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We have an exciting opportunity for a (Rotational Band 6 Occupational Therapist ) on a 12 month FTC to join our Therapies Team based at 20 Devonshire Place, London. We are offering a competitive salary up to £52,248 per annum (Band 6 NHS equivalent), plus a fantastic array of benefits.
Job Profile
To provide a high quality Occupational Therapy service to a range of acute inpatient services including oncology, orthopaedics, neurosciences, general surgery and intensive care. To manage own caseload efficiently, including methods of prioritisation in order to achieve timely and safe discharges of patients from hospital, to help prevent admissions/readmissions and enable patients to achieve their rehabilitation goals. Assisting the Lead Occupational Therapist in daily planning, coordinating delivering and evaluation of the Occupational Therapy service. To further deputise for team lead on clinical and managerial issues as requested.
Job Type: This is a full-time, permanent position working 37.5 hours per week.
Shift Pattern: Monday to Friday 9am-5.30pm
Job Location: 20 Devonshire Place, London, W1G 6BW (Close to Regents Park/Baker St tube stations).
Salary: NHS Band 6 Equivalent
Benefits package: We offer a comprehensive package which includes a contribution pension scheme (total annual contribution up to 20%), Private Medical Healthcare, 33 day's annual leave (inclusive of bank holidays), season ticket travel loan, and a wide range of discounts with a variety of retailers and services. We also offer excellent career development; with clear career pathways and access to further education.
Key Duties
- To assess and treat a diverse and complex patient caseload as part of the multi-disciplinary team (MDT)
- To be responsible for a defined caseload across the Clinic with supervision and support from the Lead Occupational Therapist.
- To be professionally and legally accountable for all aspects of own work, including the management of patients in your care.
- Assess patient understanding of assessment and treatment plans, gain valid informed consent and have the capability to work with patients who lack the ability to consent.
- To undertake individual initial assessments, identify care needs and set patient centred treatment plans.
- To assess and treat the patient's functional activity level and maximise their independence and choice.
- To demonstrate cultural sensitivity for international patients.
- To select and conduct standardised cognitive assessment screening to identify areas affecting functional ability and indicate need for further assessment/ treatment.
- To carry out moving and handling assessments and teach and demonstrate to families and patients the safe use of equipment including hoists, home equipment and adaptations.
- (Please see job description for further duties)
Applications Close Monday 5th August
The London Clinic has charitable status which is fundamental to our identity and how we operate, enabling our teams to invest in treatments, technology and facilities that benefit our patients, staff and the wider community.
We are committed to safeguarding and protecting all adults at risk, children and young people by implementing robust safer recruitment practices during our selection process. Pre-employment checks are undertaken in accordance with industry standards and regulations, and successful applicants may be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure via the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). If you would like further information about our safer recruitment policy then please contact a member of our recruitment team.
The London Clinic is proud of its diverse workforce and is committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We absolutely welcome applicants from underrepresented groups; if you think you have the skills and experience for the job, please apply - we would love to hear from you regardless of your background.
