Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic band 6 static Occupational Therapist in neurology to join West Middlesex Hospital. In May 2024 a new stroke unit will be opened offering a 24 bedded unit equipped with a new gym, kitchen, quiet assessment area, garden and therapy office. This will improve the existing ward environment for patient and staff to deliver high quality care and rehabilitation outcomes.
This post would be suited to either a band 5 or band 6 Occupational Therapist wishing to specialise in Neurology / Stroke
Main duties of the job
To be a Specialist Occupational Therapist and have a detailed professional and clinical knowledge. The post holder will be a specialist practitioner and may work across various clinical specialities which will be in the form of a static post.
To work as an autonomous practitioner in providing specialist stroke and neurological assessment and treatment to own designated caseload of patients and to maintain up to date therapy records.
To use evidence based principles/current best practice and specialist skills to assess, plan, implement and evaluate interventions.
To participate in CPD and other developmental activities
To regularly supervise, teach and support more junior staff, assistants and students on placement.
To have the opportunity to participate in, or lead, a departmental research project.
To assist in the day to day running and organisation of Stroke and Neurological therapy service to patients on the stroke unit, and elsewhere in the hospital.
To work flexibly when needed to support other therapy teams such as medical rehabilitation and ED and acute medicine.
To participate in appropriate evening and weekend service provision e.g. stroke assessment, respiratory or rapid response
About us
Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is proud to be one of the top performing and safest trusts in England. We have two main acute hospital sites--Chelsea and Westminster Hospital and West Middlesex University Hospital, plus our award-winning clinics across North West London and beyond.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required.
Person Specification
Education and Qualifications
Essential
- BSc or Diploma in Occupational therapy
- HCPC registration
- Evidence of CPD portfolio and recent relevant post graduate courses
Desirable
- Member of RCOT
- Member of special interest group
Experience
Essential
- Experience working as an autonomous qualified therapist in Neurology or stroke care
- Experience of working in an acute care setting
- Experience working as an autonomous qualified therapist in other relevant clinical areas e.g. medicine, elderly, rehabilitation. Experience of complex discharge planning
- Experience working as part of MDT
- Active participation in in-service training programmes
Desirable
- Previous therapy experience in community stroke services
- Experience of wheelchairs and seating devices
- Experience of supervision and teaching of assistants, students and other members of MDT
Skills and knowledge
Essential
- Demonstrates some specialist knowledge of Neurological assessment and treatment skills
- Demonstrates clear understanding of the pressures of acute working
- Demonstrates advanced clinical reasoning skills
- Able to self-evaluate and utilise opportunities to develop self
- Able to understand and adhere to the professional and legal responsibilities of the profession
- Ability to cope with stressful working situations including emotional or aggressive patients/carers
- Evidence of ability to prioritise/effective time management
Desirable
- Awareness of local external agencies and associations relating to neurology and stroke care
- An awareness of government changes and initiatives relating to stroke services across the UK
- Evidence of participation in research or audit
- Evidence of Service Development
Aptitudes, Personal Characteristics
Essential
- Able to communicate, both written and orally, in a clear and logical manner
- Competent IT skills
- Reliable and Personable
Desirable
- Presentation skills
- Evidence of other roles and responsibilities, e.g. committee membership, Chairing meetings
Person Specification
Education and Qualifications
Essential
- BSc or Diploma in Occupational therapy
- HCPC registration
- Evidence of CPD portfolio and recent relevant post graduate courses
Desirable
- Member of RCOT
- Member of special interest group
Experience
Essential
- Experience working as an autonomous qualified therapist in Neurology or stroke care
- Experience of working in an acute care setting
- Experience working as an autonomous qualified therapist in other relevant clinical areas e.g. medicine, elderly, rehabilitation. Experience of complex discharge planning
- Experience working as part of MDT
- Active participation in in-service training programmes
Desirable
- Previous therapy experience in community stroke services
- Experience of wheelchairs and seating devices
- Experience of supervision and teaching of assistants, students and other members of MDT
Skills and knowledge
Essential
- Demonstrates some specialist knowledge of Neurological assessment and treatment skills
- Demonstrates clear understanding of the pressures of acute working
- Demonstrates advanced clinical reasoning skills
- Able to self-evaluate and utilise opportunities to develop self
- Able to understand and adhere to the professional and legal responsibilities of the profession
- Ability to cope with stressful working situations including emotional or aggressive patients/carers
- Evidence of ability to prioritise/effective time management
Desirable
- Awareness of local external agencies and associations relating to neurology and stroke care
- An awareness of government changes and initiatives relating to stroke services across the UK
- Evidence of participation in research or audit
- Evidence of Service Development
Aptitudes, Personal Characteristics
Essential
- Able to communicate, both written and orally, in a clear and logical manner
- Competent IT skills
- Reliable and Personable
Desirable
- Presentation skills
- Evidence of other roles and responsibilities, e.g. committee membership, Chairing meetings
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).