Clinical Lead Occupational Therapist Critical Care&Specialist medicine
| Posting date: | 10 April 2024 |
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| Salary: | £56,388.00 to £62,785.00 per year |
| Additional salary information: | £56388.00 - £62785.00 a year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 02 May 2024 |
| Location: | Orpington, BR6 8ND |
| Company: | NHS Jobs |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Job reference: | C9213-24-0119 |
Summary
Occupational Therapy in critical care is a developing field of practice and a well-established service within Kings College NHS Foundation Trust. You will work closely with all members of the MDT to provide comprehensive functional and cognitive assessment and rehabilitation, positioning and seating plans, splinting, disability management, sensory programs (disorders of consciousness, central neurological and peripheral nerve injury) for the above patient cohort and much more. All staff within this service receive a comprehensive induction and training. Staff at Kings College Hospital are encouraged to engage in research and participate in local and national communities to continue to develop this clinical area of practice. We are looking for an enthusiastic and highly motivated Occupational Therapist with the following skills, experience and interests: Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Interest in leading the development of the Occupational Therapy service on Critical Care and leading and developing staff. Skills and experience in the management of patients with acute and rehabilitation needs Skills and experience in working with patients with neurological conditions in the acute setting. Working in a department, which offers a wide range of experience, you will be encouraged and supported to develop your clinical, teaching, and managerial skills as well as contribute towards service development. You must have a degree or equivalent in Occupational Therapy and be HCPC registered. Application form and full information is available from www.kch.nhs.uk/careers For more information or informal discussions please contact Helen Nolan, Deputy Head of Occupational Therapy on 01689 863839 Closing date: 29th April