Speciality Occupational Therapist - Acute General Medicine in Oxford

Main area Specialty Occupational Therapist - Acute General Medicine Grade NHS AfC: Band 7 Contract Secondment: 12 months (Maternity Cover) Hours

• Full time
• Part time

37.5 hours per week Job ref 321-MRC-8117976-B7

Employer Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust Employer type NHS Site John Radcliffe Hospital Town Headington, Oxford Salary £49,387 - £56,515 Per Annum / Pro Rata Salary period Yearly Closing 16/10/2026 23:59

Speciality Occupational Therapist - Acute General Medicine

NHS AfC: Band 7

Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is one of the largest NHS teaching trusts in the country. It provides a wide range of general and specialist clinical services and is a base for medical education, training and research.

The Trust comprises of four hospitals - the John Radcliffe Hospital, Churchill Hospital and Nuffield Orthopaedic Centre in Headington and the Horton General Hospital in Banbury.

Our values, standards and behaviours define the quality of clinical care we offer and the professional relationships we make with our patients, colleagues and the wider community. We call thisDelivering Compassionate Excellenceand its focus is on our values of compassion, respect, learning, delivery, improvement and excellence.

Many of our recruitment programmes useValue Based Interviewingto identify those who have the skills we seek, who share our values and who are able to deliver compassionate excellence from the outset. We know that this makes a significant difference to your job satisfaction and above all the outcomes and experience of our patients and their families. For more information about our Values and Value Based Interviewing please visit www.ouh.nhs.uk/about/vision-and-values

Job overview

We are looking for a dynamic and forward-thinking Band 7 Occupational therapist with a specialist interest in older people to join our supportive and friendly integrated Physiotherapy and Occupational Therapy team.

You will need to have excellent knowledge and application of the evidence base relating to common pathologies such as ageing, falls, and frailty, and the ability to apply your knowledge from a number of disciplines, including neurology, trauma, musculoskeletal, and respiratory areas. You will undertake a comprehensive assessment of need, deliver interventions to optimise the recovery of older people during their acute hospital stay, and prepare them to return home and facilitate others in completing this. You will need to demonstrate high levels of professionalism and strong communication skills to work effectively, both as a Team Lead and as a team member working with the MDT and teams external to the trust.

As a valued member of the team, you will be proactive in service development and audit with support from the Oxford Allied Health Professions. We are committed to providing a learning environment where innovation and progressive practice are valued and developed, with strong links to local Universities for developmental opportunities.

Main duties of the job

• To work collaboratively with patients and their carers to effectively assess, goal plan and treat patients following admission to hospital and strive to maximise their independence and quality of life.
• Use expert knowledge and skills to contribute to strategic planning and development of the Therapy Service in the management of the older person.
• To supervise and teach recently registered professionals, support workers, therapy studentsand members of the MDT.
• Supervise, initiate and participate in evidence-based projects and is responsible for implementing changes within the Acute General Medicine and Gerontology teams, and the setting and monitoring standards of practice.
• To take an active part in the team’s extended hours and seven-day working roster to maximise the access and delivery of older adult rehabilitation.
• Deputise for service lead, implement workforce strategy and responsible for recruitment.

Working for our organisation

Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is one of the largest NHS teaching trusts in the country. It provides a wide range of general and specialist clinical services and is a base for medical education, training and research. The Trust comprises four hospitals - the John Radcliffe Hospital, Churchill Hospital and Nuffield Orthopaedic Centre in Headington and the Horton General Hospital in Banbury.

Our values, standards and behaviours define the quality of clinical care we offer and the professional relationships we make with our patients, colleagues and the wider community.

We call this Delivering Compassionate Excellence and its focus is on our values of compassion, respect, learning, delivery, improvement and excellence.

These values put patients at the heart of what we do and underpin the quality healthcare we would like for ourselves or a member of our family. Watch how we set out to deliver compassionate excellence via the OUH YouTube channel .

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Please see attached job description for full details of clinical, management, Education, research, and general responsibilities.

Person specification

Qualifications

• Diploma/Degree in Occupational Therapy
• Health Care Professions Council Registration
• Evidence of Continuing Professional Development
• Evidence of the ability to take a proactive approach to learning and development of own practice at a level expected for a specialist post

Experience

• Previous experience of working in General Medicine and Gerontology wards
• Diverse clinical experience including core areas of practice, such as gerontology, neuroscience, orthopaedics and rehabilitation.
• Experience of working as part of an integrated therapy team and multidisciplinary team.
• Experience managing a large caseload of complex patients with minimal senior support
• Experience deputising for Team Lead post and co-ordinating a team
• Student supervision / clinical education
• Experience of quality assurance and audit
• Understanding and application of the current evidence-base supporting the care and reablement of older adults living with frailty

Sexual Safety Charter : In 2023NHS England launched its first sexual safety charter, and our Trust proudly signed it. We pledge zero tolerance for inappropriate sexual behaviour and commit tothe ten core principles

Oxford University Hospitalspromotes a safe, respectful hiring environment.

Vacancy Closures: Please note, this vacancy may close early if a high volume of applications are received.

Visa and Immigration: Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is able to offer Certificates of Sponsorship for all eligible roles for a Skilled Worker Visa without exception, provided the role meets the minimum salary and skill level criteria set by the Home Office (UKVI). All eligible candidates will be considered with equal consideration at all stages of the application and recruitment process. Skilled worker: Health and Care Visa | NHS Employers / Work in the UK - GOV.UK

COVID-19: The COVID-19 vaccination remains the best way to protect yourself, your family, your colleagues and of course our patients from the virus when working in our healthcare settings. Whilst COVID-19 vaccination is not a condition of employment, we do encourage our staff to get vaccinated. If you are unvaccinated there is helpful advice and information at Oxfordshire County Council Website where you can also find out more about how to access vaccination.

Probation Period: This post is subject to a 6 month probationary period. If you currently hold a contract of employment with the Oxford University Hospitals, this will not apply. This statement does not apply to Medical staff or Executive Appointments.

Referencing: When providing employment reference details please provide correct work related email addresses so references can be sought promptly when we are looking to progress your application. Your first referee will need to be your line manager, supervisor or clinical lead from your current or most recent post or place of study. Please note that if you have previously worked for the Trust we will require a reference from your last Manager, this information is essential if your offer of employment is to be confirmed.

To note: Applicants must write their own applications. If AI tools are used, the application may be rejected as this document is crucial for assessment. This does not prevent you from seeking support via AI with applications for the purposes of any disability and/or long-term health conditions.

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Employer certification / accreditation badges

You must have appropriate UK professional registration.

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Application numbers

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Name Luke Coltman Job title Acute/Respiratory Medicine Clinical Lead Therapist Email address luke.coltman@ouh.nhs.uk Telephone number 01865 220308

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