Specialist Occupational Therapist, Complex Medicine

Department: Inpatient Therapies

Band 6 £37,338 - £44,962 Per annum, pro rata if part time

Band 5 £29,970 - £36,483 Per annum, pro rata if part time

Hours: Full time, 37.5 per week, all MKUH roles will be considered for flexible working

The Complex Medical Team is currently seeking to recruit a Band 5 or 6, Occupational Therapist, depending on experience. If appointed as a Band 5 level, the successful candidate will be supported through a development programme designed to follow through into a Band 6 role. The team is welcoming and dedicated to delivering comprehensive assessments and care focusing on supporting the transition from an acute medical ward to home with the appropriate support in place.

Our Inpatient Therapy service is lead by two Therapy Leads with the support of Band 7 Team Leaders who are highly experienced in their fields. There are regular Occupational therapy team meetings, a dedicated practice educator for the therapy department and CPD is actively encouraged.

It is essential that you have current HCPC registration and recognised qualifications as an Occupational Therapist

For further information, please contact Martin Townshend, team lead, via email at Martin.townshend@mkuh.nhs.uk or Celia Hyem-Smith, OT professional lead at Celia.hyem-smith@mkuh.nhs.uk

Interviews will be held during w/c 13th January 2025

Main duties of the job

We offer training and clinical development opportunities with a comprehensive in-service training program and regular clinical supervision. We also provide additional support in order for staff to attend recognised courses within the area of the post to support staff development.

The Therapy Team is also committed to supporting the development of leadership skills at Band 6 encouraging staff to attend relevant courses provided by the Trust.

The successful candidate will demonstrate an ability to be flexible and thrive in a fast-paced environment.

They will be responsible for day-to-day management of the service delivery and manage a complex caseload with support from their band 7 team lead.

They will gain experience in supervising staff and become a practice placement educator.

Together with the team leaders in our other in-patient specialities, you will support the Occupational Therapy Professional Lead and the Head of Therapies in the strategic and operational planning for the department.The successful candidate will demonstrate an ability to be flexible and thrive in a fast-paced environment. They will be responsible for day-to-day management of the service delivery and manage a complex caseload with support from their band 7 team lead.

They will gain experience in supervising staff and become a practice placement educator.

About us

NHS Staff Survey: Best in the country in the Motivation (7.39/10) and Involvement (7.21/10) sub-themes of Staff Engagement.

You can expect a warm welcome at Milton Keynes University Hospital, our staff are friendly and welcoming. We listen to each other and work together to embed our Trusts values and behaviours. At MKUH we appreciate our staff and reward them with an outstanding benefits package including:

• Free on-site parking

• Free tea and coffee

• Great flexible workingopportunities

• Discounted gym membership

• Lease car scheme

• Generous annual leave and pension scheme

• On site nursery (chargeable)

• Extensive staff health and well-being programme

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Job description

Job responsibilities

Together with the team leaders in our other in-patient specialities, you will support the Occupational Therapy Professional Lead and the Head of Therapies in the strategic and operational planning for the department.

The post holder will be responsible for assessment, treatment planning and intervention for patients referred to their caseload.

The post holder will be required to supervise junior staff, technicians, assistants and students as appropriate. They will be expected to participate in development and monitoring of service standards and to assist in the running of the day-to-day service.

The post holder will take a holistic approach in the assessment and treatment of service users / patients, being responsible for the provision of appropriate, high-quality care to a defined caseload which may be of a complex nature, using the appropriate model of care and evidenced based practice.

This role requires strong leadership skills and the ability to engage others, with a proactive approach to service development. You will also demonstrate a strong commitment to a person-centred approach in line with the Trust Values and Behaviours. Introduce the team, the atmosphere, the work ethic and the benefits.

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We believe success lies in the diversity of our employees and are committed to promoting equality, encouraging diversity, and embracing inclusion. We welcome applications from everyone interested in working for us.

MKUH is committed to equal opportunities and improving the working lives of our staff and as such we offer a range of flexible working practices.

We reserve the right to expire vacancies prior to the advertised closing date once enough applications have been received.

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Upon commencing employment with the Trust,all employees (except Medical & Dental Staff on national terms and conditions) are subject to a probationary period lasting a period of six months with an option to extend for a further six months to a total of 12 months.

Person Specification

Qualifications and knowledge

Essential

• Degree or Diploma in Occupational Therapy
• Registered with UK Health Care Professions Council
• Evidence of post registration CPD
• Sound therapeutic & clinical knowledge

Desirable

• Member of CSP/RCOT
• Membership of Specialist Interest group(s)
• Fieldwork Education training

Experience

Essential

• Relevant experience in an NHS hospital setting
• Experience of providing support and education to patients and carers

Desirable

• Experience of supervision/mentoring to juniors / students
• Experience of audit and research

Skills

Essential

• Ability to build and develop effective working relationships and motivate staff
• Ability to keep accurate and legible patient notes
• IT skills (Microsoft word, email and internet)
• Excellent personal organisation and proven time management skills
• Ability to work under pressure and to organise and prioritise own workload accordingly
• Ability to work on own initiative and as part of a team
• Ability to interpret, analyse and respond effectively to complex information
• Ability to appreciate the sensitivity and complexity of patient cultures and be able to provide a service appropriate to individual needs
• Experience of undertaking 1:1 sessions and appraisals with juniors, assistants & students.

Desirable

• Experience of using electronic patient records

Personal and people development

Essential

• Be able to reflect and critically appraise own performance and acknowledge own needs and limitations
• Documented evidence of continuing professional development in clinical fields relevant to this post

Desirable

• Ability to critically appraise the performance of junior/ unqualified staff and provide feedback and support as required

Communication

Essential

• Effective written and verbal communication skills with the ability to influence others

Employer details

Employer name

Milton Keynes University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Inpatient Physiotherapy (Dept)

Milton Keynes Hospital, Eaglestone,

Milton Keynes

MK6 5LD

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