We are looking for a band 5 Occupational Therapist (maternity cover) to join our innovative team at Princess Alexandra Hospital NHS Trust, based in Harlow, Essex, United Kingdom. We provide ongoing care to a broad range of patients, ranging from those who are critically unwell, to those who need minimal rehabilitation or assessment and advice.

You will be responsible for providing a high standard of assessment, advice, treatment and evaluation of patients referred to the acute Inpatient Occupational Therapy Service.

In return, you will be supported in your efforts to build on your previous experience to further develop your clinical competencies and leadership skills.

Current rotations are 6 months within:

• Acute Medicine
• Surgery
• Orthopaedics
• A& E, short stay wards and Frailty
• Palliative Care
• Possible community rotations with our partners in Essex and Hertfordshire

Rotations and place of work may change according to the evolving nature of the integrated pathways across acute and community teams. A flexible and adaptable approach will be necessary to ensure delivery of an excellent OT service across all pathways.

Main duties of the job

To provide an Occupational Therapy Service for Acute Inpatients at Princess Alexandra Hospital.

Take responsibility for a specified caseload undertaking assessment, treatment, and evaluation of patients referred to the service

To work as part of a Multi-disciplinary/Agency team

Work as an autonomous professional according to College of Occupational Therapy 'Code of Ethics and Professional Conduct' and the 'Health Professions Council Regulations'

Actively participate in Continuing Professional Development and contribute to the development of in-service training

Work under the indirect supervision of the senior occupational therapist and carry out clinical and administrative duties.

About us

The Princess Alexandra Hospital NHS Trust is a District General Hospital providing acute services to the people of West Essex and East Hertfordshire and has a positive and successful approach to developing and delivering health care.

The Hospital is conveniently located in Harlow, Essex just 25 minutes drive to London Stansted Airport and 25 minutes train ride to London Liverpool Street. Harlow also has excellent road connections across England, with the M11, M25, A10, M1 and A1 all on its doorstep.

This is an exciting time for the Trust. Over the next 5 years we are on a digital transformation journey, leading us to our brand new hospital.

It's never been a better time to join us.

Job description

Job responsibilities

For further details on this role's main duties and responsibilities, please refer to the attached job description, which is available to download at any time.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• BSc / MSc in Occupational Therapy
• HCPC Registration

Desirable

• Member of RCOT

Skills

Essential

• Excellent communication skills - verbal and written
• Proficient IT skills
• Evidence of continuous practice development

Experience

Essential

• Range of clinical student placements
• Placements across acute and community
• Good understanding of a wide range of medical conditions

Desirable

• Previous experience working as a qualified OT

Employer details

Employer name

The Princess Alexandra Hospital NHS Trust

Address

Princess Alexandra Hospital

Hamstel Road

Harlow

CM20 1QX

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