Highly Specialist Neurological Occupational Therapist | Homerton Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust
| Posting date: | 24 May 2024 |
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| Salary: | Not specified |
| Additional salary information: | £51,488 - £57,802 p.a. inc. |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 23 June 2024 |
| Location: | London, N1 5JS |
| Company: | Homerton University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Job reference: | 6309591/293-EMRS1-0331 |
Summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a dynamic, forward-thinking Highly Specialist Occupational Therapist (Band 7) to work at the Homerton Transitional Neurological Rehab Unit (HTNRU) for a 12 month fixed term contract.
HTNRU is a 7 bedded neurological rehabilitation unit in Hackney which supports people with neurological conditions to return to the community. The unit specialises in a transitional rehabilitation model, which bridges inpatient and community work. HTNRU is dedicated to being client-centered with a focus on positive risk taking and on supporting self-management. There is a strong emphasis on interdisciplinary working with other members of the MDT, including the physiotherapist, speech and language therapist, psychologist, nurse, and rehabilitation assistants, to ensure a whole team approach to rehabilitation.
Applicants should have previous experience in the field of neurosciences and community rehabilitation experience is preferable. They must have excellent communication, time management and interpersonal skills. They need to have a positive approach to rehabilitation and be an effective team player.
This job opportunity would be ideal for someone who is passionate about rehabilitation and about working in a small team focused on supporting a patient’s return to the community.
The post holder will be responsible for carrying out assessment and treatment for patients with newly acquired and long term neurological conditions. As the emphasis is on a 24-hour approach to rehab, the post holder will also expected to delegate and oversee rehab programmes carried out by the rehab assistants. Therapy sessions are carried out on the unit, the community, and in the home in a combination of individual and group sessions. The team works closely with community services that are vital for supporting the patient once home. In addition to the clinical responsibilities, the post holder will have the opportunity to supervise, to participate in CPD opportunities, and to join quality improvement projects.
Homerton Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is a high performing and flourishing organisation serving the population of Hackney, East London, The City and beyond.
We are extremely proud of the fact that Homerton Hospital has recently attained the highest possible rating of "Outstanding" from the Care Quality Commission (CQC).
Our integrated Trust provides comprehensive hospital and community health services for its local population and a range of specialist services for a wider group of patients. In addition, the Trust manages services out of St Leonard's Hospital and the Mary Seacole Nursing Home.
Homerton aims to ensure equality and value diversity, and we are committed to inclusion for all of our staff. This is reflected in our policies, procedures and People Plan. All of our staff are expected to embody our Trust values at all times.
We are also committed, through our Fair Recruitment Standards, to ensuring all applicants are treated fairly.
Homerton has a proud tradition of supporting and developing its staff, including its well-regarded and valued nursing community, and all staff are able to take advantage of a great range of benefits.
Homerton is proud to have been included on the HSJ & Nursing Times Best Places to Work list.
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. For both documents, please view the attachment/s on this page.
The person specification below is not the full person specification but outlines the criteria against which your application form will be assessed.
This advert closes on Sunday 9 Jun 2024
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