Specialist Occupational Therapist

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Main area: Specialist Occupational Therapist

Grade: Band 6

Contract: Fixed term: 12 months (Cover maternity leave)

Hours:

• Full time
• Part time

37.5 hours per week

Job ref: 279-6927574-FEB25

Employer: University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust

Employer type: NHS

Site: St Richard\’s Hospital

Town: Chichester

Salary: £37,338 – £44,962 per annum

Salary period: Yearly

Closing: 19/02/2025 23:59

About our Trust

At UHSussex, we’re proud to be at the heart of the NHS. As one of the UK’s largest acute Trusts, we’re a leading example of the excellence, ambition, and values that have embodied the NHS for over 70 years.

Our hard-working, talented, and dedicated people work together towards a common goal – to always put our Patient First. In fact, our mission is summed up by our ‘where better never stops’ motto, and you will play a part in driving us forwards and in improving the lives of patients across Sussex.

Job overview

Our Occupational Therapy Service has recently been redesigned to create a more sustainable workforce, better equipped to manage the complex needs of our patients while allowing experienced therapists an opportunity to develop their specialist role and contribute to service developments.

The ideal candidate for this fixed-term contract will have a passion for Occupational Therapy within an acute physical health environment at a busy NHS Foundation Trust; excellent communication skills and enthusiasm, with the ability to work autonomously and as part of the wider MDT.

You will be responsible for providing a high standard of assessment, advice, treatment, and evaluation of patients referred to the Acute Inpatient Occupational Therapy Service, including patients with varying presentations and complex physical and psychological conditions.

Main duties of the job

1. To provide specialist occupational therapy interventions using an evidence-based, flexible, and patient-centred approach.
2. To perform a specialist occupational therapy role for patients referred to the clinical team with complex health and social care needs.
3. To provide supervision and leadership for relevant junior members of occupational therapy staff.
4. To participate in planning, development, and evaluation of Occupational Therapy services within a designated specialist team.
5. To provide supervision and training for students on practice placement.

Experience/Qualifications

• Diploma or Degree in Occupational Therapy
• Clinical experience in areas relating to specialty/post or able to demonstrate acceptable equivalent
• Proven experience as an Occupational Therapist
• Experience of teaching in a clinical setting

Skills

• Knowledge of the OT role and relevant standardised OT assessments and interventions.
• Ability to establish and maintain communication on complex topics.
• Ability to analyse complex assessment outcomes and offer solutions.
• Ability to organise and respond effectively to complex information.
• Assessment for and prescription of environmental adaptations and equipment provision.
• Presentation and training skills.

Important information for applicants

Flexible Working: If you would like to explore potential options regarding flexible working, please speak with the appropriate recruiting/line manager.

DBS Checks: As part of our commitment to a safe working environment, we undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service check on all new employees where the role is eligible for a criminal record check.

Closing adverts early: Please apply as early as you\’re able for this role. In the event of exceptional interest, we may close adverts earlier than specified.

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