REACT Occupational Therapist

• To manage a caseload of patients with a varied range of conditions +/- complex needs using evidence-based practice with client centred principles in order to assess, plan, implement and evaluate interventions
• To effectively identify and utilise appropriate discharge pathways and services in order to promote a 'home first' approach and support patient flow
• To take a lead therapist role in managing clinical areas across the Emergency and Acute Medicine Footprint, providing day-to-day support to the wider team
• To support the learning and development of junior staff and students
• To participate in the planning, development and evaluation of the REACT service, including holding responsibility for defined projects
• To participate within a 7 day working model, including extended hours

The drive towards integrated care models means that there will also be opportunities for the successful candidate to be involved in service development.

Our service covers 7 days and extended hours enabling a variety of shift and working patterns, including long days and weekend working.

For further information, or to arrange an informal visit, please contact Hannah Geldervia email (hannah.gelder@uhcw.nhs.uk)

University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust, rated as good by the Care Quality Commission, is one of the largest teaching Trusts in the UK.

We are extremely proud of our employees across our hospital sites, with high quality patient care at the heart of everything we do.

Boasting some of the most modern facilities in Western Europe, the Trust is renowned for being at the forefront of research and innovation as part of its blossoming reputation as a worldwide leader in healthcare.

We are proud to be recognised as a Pathway to Excellence designated organisation - please click the link for further details about this prestigious award. Pathway To Excellence - University Hospitals Coventry & Warwickshire (uhcw.nhs.uk)

By joining our exciting journey, you will form part of a passionate, talented team and will be able to access a wide range of learning and development opportunities. There has never been a better time to join our team.

The Trust is committed to building an organisation that makes full use of the talents, skills, experience, and different perspectives available in our diverse society. We want everyone to feel they are respected, valued, can achieve their potential and receive the most appropriate and relevant care. We will create an environment where the equality and human rights principles of fairness, respect, equality, dignity and autonomy are promoted and are part of the organisation's core values.

Essential: - oDegree or Diploma in Occupational Therapy oHealth and Care Professions Council Registration oPractice Placement accreditation or commitment to achieve within 12 months

Desirable: - oPostgraduate training relevant to Emergency & Acute Medicine / Admission Avoidance / Frailty oLeadership Training oMember of RCOT oCompletion of preceptorship

Essential: - oPostgraduate clinical experience within an acute physical health setting oDischarge planning experience oRisk management oInvolvement with audit & service development projects

Desirable: - oClinical experience within Emergency/Acute Medicine settings oClinical experience within community settings oLeadership experience oLeading service development projects oStudent/junior supervision and appraisal oPost preceptorship experience

Essential: - oGood knowledge of health conditions relevant to clinical area and appropriate management of these oCurrent legislation and guidance relevant to clinical area oClinical governance and its application to practice oCurrent NHS issues, particularly those pertinent to Emergency Care

Desirable: - oLocal discharge pathways and services oMember of specialist interest group

Essential: - oPrioritisation and organisation of own caseload oAppropriate delegation oPositive and appropriate risk taking and management oWork autonomously and use own initiative oGood communication and ability to adapt methods as required oTeam working oQuick, safe and effective decision making oEffectively respond to fluctuating demands within caseload oUnderstanding of IT systems oAbility to meet physical demands of job role

Desirable: - oInitiates innovative ideas to improve clinical practice oLeadership

Essential: - oEvidence of demonstrating the Trust Values (Compassion, Openness, Pride, Partnership, Improve, Learn and Respect) and the associated Values in Action behaviours in the workplace. oFor posts with managerial responsibility only Evidence of promoting equality, diversity and inclusion, and ensuring fair and equitable practices throughout your work experience. Evidence of promoting a culture which helps individuals live behaviours aligned to our Trust Values (Compassion, Openness, Pride, Partnership, Improve, Learn and Respect)