Job summary
Are you a skilled Occupational Therapist, committed and interested in rehabilitation for stroke and neurology patients?
Would you like to be part of a strong and developing service committed to providing the best care to the people of the High Peak in Derbyshire?
Do you want to be part of a team that can offer support, a neurology network, in service training and a strong supervision?
THEN, WE ARE THE SERVICE FOR YOU.
Come and join the High Peak Stroke and Neurology Team providing specialist intervention in a community settings within an MDT. You will work within a larger team that covers the High Peak and North Dales.
Our team focus is on the rehabilitation of patients with Stroke and Neurological long- term conditions, it is essential that you have a keen interest and some experience in this field.
You will have excellent communication and problem solving skills and the ability to plan and organise competent, evidence based clinical care.
We will provide you with a supportive environment to develop your skills and experience. Our evolving service has a strong emphasis on high quality, evidence based care, team work and staff well-being.
We welcome applications from those already at Band 6 and also current Band 5 OTs with relevant experience, knowledge and skills who are looking to develop into a Band 6 role.
You will be required to travel to reach patients in the community and you must be able to access transport.
Main duties of the job
We are looking for an Occupational Therapist who is commited to rehabilitation for stroke and progressive neurological disorders. You will be required to:
Provide specialist Occupational Therapy Assessments and treatment for adults presenting with a variety of stroke and neurological conditions both acute and progressive.
Provide specialist intervention, frequently as a lone practitioner, in the home of the patient.
When required, intervention will be provided in a clinical setting.
Work as a member of the multi disciplinary team, working closely with fellow therapists and nursing teams.
Educate and train other Occupational Therapy staff, healthcare professionals, students, support workers and carers.
Participate in the development of effective, responsive, evidence based and patient centred services.
Assist on specific projects in agreement with the Team Leader and Clinical Lead for the Service.
About us
Our purpose is to provide community health services to a patient population of over one million people in Derbyshire and Derby, as part of Joined Up Care Derbyshire.
We employ around 4,200 substantive staff, caring for patients in 11 community hospitals and more than 30 health centres, as well as in clinics, GP practices, schools, care homes and, increasingly, in people's own homes and via virtual consultations.
Job description
Job responsibilities
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Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Bsc / diploma in Occupational Therapy
- HCPC registration
- Ability to travel in the Community
- Documented evidence of Continuing Professional Development
Desirable
- Membership of Professional Body and Special Interest Groups particularly Neurological Practice (formerly NANOT)
- Postgraduate experience and /or training in Stroke/neurological rehabilitation
Experience
Essential
- Significant post Graduate experience
- Evidence of experience treating Stroke and Neurological conditions
- Experience of working in physical rehabilitation (all ages).
- Experience of working with carers
- Experience of multi-disciplinary team working
Desirable
- Relevant experience of working in a community setting
- Holistic and client centred practice
Skills
Essential
- Experience acquired skills in the field of Neurological Rehabilitation
- Experience acquired skills in stroke rehabilitation
- Ability to assess and treat a variety of conditions.
- Ability to undertake cognitive/perceptual assessment/rehabilitation
- Ability to maintain documentation that is relevant, concise, accurate and legible.
- Excellent communication skills and Good time management skills
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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website .
Employer details
Employer name
Derbyshire Community Health Services NHSFT
Address
Chapel Health Centre
Thornbrook Rd,
Chapel - en - le - Frith
SK23 0RG