We have an exciting opportunity for Band 5 Occupational Therapists (OT) to join the rotational scheme within UCLH NHS Foundation Trust.We are looking for dynamic and motivated OT's with excellent communication skills and an innovative and flexible approach. This role provides an excellent opportunity to consolidate your knowledge and gain new clinical skills within a supportive, friendly environment.

This rotational post covers an acute hospital (UCLH) and Neurology (National Hospital for Neurology and Neurosurgery). Rotations are six-months and some rotations cover 7-day services.

Rotations include:OrthopaedicsHaematologyElderly MedicineAcute Therapy (A& E/Acute Medical Unit)NeurosurgeryNeuro Rehab (ABRU)Neuro Rehab Unit (NRU)Surgery

We welcome applications from qualified OTs and OT students who have received their final year results / awaiting HCPC registration and are looking for those who can demonstrate relevant hospital experience (including autonomous decision making, acute assessment, discharge planning, and high-level communication and interpersonal skills).We have established, supervision, training and continuing professional development opportunities to support the development of our staff.

Main duties of the job

o Provide high quality Occupational Therapy input including assessment, treatment and advice to patients in a variety of settings.o Demonstrate strong communication skills with a range of stakeholders including patient's family members and MDTo Provide patient centred care to ensure a holistic and individualised treatment/intervention is deliveredo Perform safe manual handling tasks, fitting and delivery of ADL equipment, and basic IT skills.o Participate in evidence-based audits and service development projects in conjunction with the Senior Therapists (OT/PT) in order to ensure high standards of care & service development are maintained and improved.o Demonstrate time management and prioritisation skills to effectively manage own caseloado Responsible for accurate and timely documentation in line with RCOT and trust guidelineso Compliance with the Trust's Equal Opportunities Policy. Avoiding behaviour which discriminates against service users and fellow employees/potential employees on the ground of sex, sexuality, marital status, race, age, colour, nationality ethnic origin, religion or disabilityo Be an integral member of a team assuming delegated responsibilities for supervision of students and assistant members of staff as required.

Please review the job description for the full list of main duties of the role.

About us

University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (UCLH) is one of the most complex NHS trusts in the UK, serving a large and diverse population. We provide academically led acute and specialist services, to people from the local area, from throughout the United Kingdom and overseas. Our vision is to deliver top-quality patient care, excellent education, and world-class research.

We provide first-class acute and specialist services across eight sites:

• University College Hospital (incorporating the Elizabeth Garrett Anderson Wing)

• National Hospital for Neurology and Neurosurgery

• Royal National ENT and Eastman Dental Hospitals

• University College Hospital Grafton Way Building

• Royal London Hospital for Integrated Medicine

• University College Hospital Macmillan Cancer Centre

• The Hospital for Tropical Diseases

• University College Hospital at Westmoreland Street

We are dedicated to the diagnosis and treatment of many complex illnesses. UCLH specialises in women's health and the treatment of cancer, infection, neurological, gastrointestinal and oral disease. It has world class support services including critical care, imaging, nuclear medicine and pathology.

We are committed to sustainability and have pledged to become a carbon net zero health service, embedding sustainable practice throughout UCLH. We have set an ambitious target of net zero for our direct emissions by 2031 and indirect emissions by 2040.

Job description

Job responsibilities

For the full Person Specification and more information regarding the main responsibilities of this role, please refer to the attached Job Description.

Come and be a part of the best NHS trust in England to work for, according to our staff*

UCLH top trust to work at in England for the second year running! : University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

*In the most recent NHS staff survey UCLH had the highest percentage of staff who said they would recommend us as a place to work, out of all general acute or acute/community NHS trusts in England for the second year in a row.

UCLH top trust to work at in England for the second year running! University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust.

Once again, UCLH has received the highest score of all general acute and acute/community NHS trusts in England for staff that would recommend us as a place to work.

Person Specification

Knowledge and Qualifications

Essential

• Degree or Diploma in Occupational Therapy
• HCPC registration in Occupational Therapy (Actual or Pending)

Desirable

• RCOT Membership (Actual or Pending)

Experience

Essential

• Completion of core student placements including: Care of the Older person, Neurology/Rehabilitation, Mental Health
• Knowledge of general conditions seen in Occupational Therapy including Dementia, orthopaedics, neurological and care of the older person
• Experience of working in a Health or Social Care setting

Desirable

• A wide range of student placements including: oncology, orthopaedics, community, Mental Health

Skills and Abilities

Essential

• Excellent time management and organisational skills including prioritisation and delegation.
• Involvement in learning contracts/appraisal scheme
• Knowledge of professional organisations
• Competent IT skills for communication and presentation of information

Desirable

• Evidence of working as an autonomous practitioner in a supportive environment.

Communication

Essential

• Able to present written and spoken English in a clear and logical manner including the ability to meet UCLH Trust documentation guidelines

Desirable

• To effectively advocate for patients and communicate outcome of OT assessments in meetings e.g. ward handover& case conferences

Values

Essential

• Demonstrate ability to meet Trust Values of safety, kindness, teamwork and improving

Responsibilities towards promoting Equality Diversity and Inclusion

Essential

• Demonstrate an understanding of the Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion and/or Knowledge of the NHS obligations under the Equality Act 2010 and the Public Sector Equality Duties

Employer details

Employer name

University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

UCLH

235 Euston Road

London

NW1 2BU

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309-UCLH-4892