Description
We are seeking an enthusiastic and experienced Band 7 Occupational Therapist to join our dynamic Acute Paediatric Occupational Therapy team within St George's Hospital.
This is an exciting opportunity for a passionate paediatric OT to work across a diverse acute caseload, providing specialist assessment and intervention to children and young people across all paediatric wards and the Paediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU).
The post holder will manage a varied and complex caseload, working alongside multidisciplinary teams within specialist areas including neurology, neurosurgery, orthopaedics, long term ventilation and major trauma.
The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting children and families through acute illness, injury and recovery, promoting participation, independence and safe discharge planning.
Job Responsibilities:
- Provide highly specialist acute occupational therapy assessment and intervention to children and young people admitted to the acute paediatric wards.
- Contribute to the ongoing growth and development of the service, shaping the care of children and young people admitted to St George's Hospital.
- Work alongside the Clinical Team Lead to manage own and team caseload, demonstrating leadership and autonomy.
- Formulate and deliver individualised and specialist care plans / therapy management programmes based on advanced knowledge of evidence-based practice.
- Provide clarity and communicate complex clinical findings to patients/carers to gain valid informed consent, prior to any intervention.
Person Specification:
- Degree in Occupational Therapy
- HCPC Registration
- Evidence of CPD relevant to area of acute paediatrics
- Significant recent clinical experience in relevant clinical area
- Experience of working as an integral member of a multidisciplinary team and inter-agency working
- Advanced knowledge of assessment and treatment approaches for the effective management of relevant conditions
Benefits:
- Competitive salary: £58,133 to £65,261 a year pro-rata per annum inc HCAS (inner London)
- Permanent, full-time position
- Opportunities for professional development and leadership
How to Apply:
If you are a passionate and experienced Occupational Therapist looking to make a difference in the lives of children and families, please submit your application.