Senior Hand Therapist | Milton Keynes University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
| Posting date: | 16 May 2024 |
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| Salary: | Not specified |
| Additional salary information: | £35,392 - £42,618 Per annum |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 15 June 2024 |
| Location: | Milton Keynes, MK6 5LD |
| Company: | Milton Keynes University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 6317839/430-CC2499A |
Summary
Senior Hand Therapist
Department:Hand Therapy Unit
Band 6 - £35,393 - £42,618 per annum
Hours: Full Time – 37.5/week, all MKUH roles will be considered for flexible working
An opportunity has arisen to recruit a Hand therapist, Occupational Therapist or Physiotherapist, to our highly regarded Hand Therapy Unit, which is a busy, friendly department treating all types of hand / wrist problems. We work closely with our Orthopaedic and Hand surgeons, Rheumatologists, Emergency Department and with our local GPs.
We are looking for a candidate with proven hand therapy skills which should include a good understanding of thermoplastic splinting and wound management. The candidate should ideally have achieved a minimum of BAHT Level 1
The successful applicant will be highly motivated, flexible and an innovative therapist. Good communication, time management and organisational skills are essential and you should be able to work on your own initiative and as part of a team.
If you feel you are interested in this post, but do not meet all the criteria in the job specification there may be the opportunity for this to be a Band 5/6 developmental post.
For further information, please contact Claire Turton, Hand Therapy Lead on 01908 995411 or via email atClaire.turton@mkuh.nhs.uk
Interviews will be held on 13thJune 2024
To assess, plan, implement and evaluate interventions using evidence based/best practice.
To provide advance assessment and treatment of patients with hand and wrist problems.
To be responsible for own case load within a defined clinical area, or a particular patient type working without direct supervision but with support, as required.
To utilise the expertise of senior staff in order to develop skills and knowledge and consolidate learning.
To undertake all aspects of clinical duties as an autonomous practitioner.
To work collaboratively with the multidisciplinary team.
To train and develop junior staff.
To undertake evidence based audit to further own and teams clinical practice. Make recommendations to Manager / Team Leader regarding changes to practice and/or service policies and protocols. May lead the implementation of specific changes to practice or contribute to service protocols.
To represent therapies as a visible, knowledgeable, confident, supportive and high performing professional group.
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 working opportunities
• Discounted gym membership
• Lease car scheme
• Generous annual leave and pension scheme
• On site nursery (chargeable)
• Extensive staff health and well-being programme
Milton Keynes University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, in partnership with the University of Buckingham, is a University Teaching Hospital; we conduct research and teaching on site to improve the care of our patients. The hospital is undergoing significant investment, and we are proud to be rated good by the CQC. Visit our website to catch up on our latest news.
Clinical
To be professional and legally accountable for all aspects of your own work including the management of patients in your care.
To undertake the comprehensive assessment of patients, including those with a complex presentation/multi-pathology; using advanced investigative and analytical skills and to formulate individualised management and treatment plans, using clinical reasoning and utilising a wide range of treatment skills and options to formulate a specialised programme of care and signpost to other specialist or services revaluating as appropriate.
Professional
To comply with the Code of Ethics and Professional Conduct of the relevant professional body.
To be responsible for maintaining own competency to practice through continuing professional development (CPD) by keeping abreast of any new trends and developments and incorporate, as necessary, in your work. Maintain a portfolio which reflects personal development.
Organisational
To be responsible for the supervision and co-ordination of junior staff, assistants and students on a daily bases in conjunction with the team leader/senior therapists, as required.
To ensure that your own practice and that of staff under your supervision, meet the required professional standards of physiotherapy practice.
Please refer to the the Job Description for further details.
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 promote an inclusive workforce and encourage applications from applicants from all backgrounds.
We reserve the right to expire vacancies prior to the advertised closing date once a sufficient number of applications have been received.
MKUH uses identification scanning technology to confirm the authenticity of documents; all prospective employees of MKUH will have their original documents verified using this technology.
By applying for this role, you accept if successful, that information from your application will be transferred into the national NHS Electronic Staff Record (ESR) system. Your personal data may be transferred from the Trust to another NHS organisation where your employment transfers within the NHS. This is in accordance with the streamlining programme which aims at saving you time and improving efficiencies within the NHS when your employment transfers.
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.
This advert closes on Thursday 30 May 2024