Job overview

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a dynamic Neurological Occupational Therapist to work as part of the team. This post will give you the opportunity to broaden your core skills and knowledge base in the field of progressive and non-progressive neurological rehabilitation. This post would suit an individual who is interested in developing their skills in community based neuro- rehabilitation.

The Adult Community Rehab Team is a forward thinking service that provides inter-disciplinary rehab to adults living in the clinically, economically and culturally diverse borough of Hackney and the City of London. The team is split into two specialist branches (neurological conditions and physical conditions) and consists of Physiotherapists, Occupational Therapists, Speech & Language Therapists, Clinical & Neuropsychology and Rehabilitation Assistants. The team is supported by a Consultant Allied Health Professional, Consultant Neuropsychologist and a Consultant Neurologist. 

Main duties of the job

The Occupational Therapy role within the team is varied. The main duties of the role include assessment and intervention to focus on increasing activity and participation in personal and domestic activities of daily living, engagement in leisure activities and community access, returning to or maintaining vocational roles.

In addition to the functional rehabilitation role Occupational Therapists also provide input in disability management e.g. postural management and seating, splinting.

Working for our organisation

Homerton Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is a high performing and flourishing organisation serving the population of Hackney, East London, The City and beyond.

We are extremely proud of the fact that Homerton Hospital has recently attained the highest possible rating of “Outstanding” from the Care Quality Commission (CQC).

Our integrated Trust provides comprehensive hospital and community health services for its local population and a range of specialist services for a wider group of patients. In addition, the Trust manages services out of St Leonard’s Hospital and the Mary Seacole Nursing Home.

Homerton aims to ensure equality and value diversity, and we are committed to inclusion for all of our staff. This is reflected in our policies, procedures and People Plan. All of our staff are expected to embody our Trust values at all times.

We are also committed, through our Fair Recruitment Standards, to ensuring all applicants are treated fairly.

Homerton has a proud tradition of supporting and developing its staff, including its well-regarded and valued nursing community, and all staff are able to take advantage of a great range of benefits.

Homerton is proud to have been included on the HSJ & Nursing Times Best Places to Work list.

Person specification

Education / Qualifications

Essential criteria

  • Degree / Diploma in Occupational therapy
  • HPC registration

    • Desirable criteria

  • Member of BAOT
  • Relevant post graduate courses
  • Member of relevant special interest group.

    • Skills/ Abilities

    Essential criteria

  • Ability to assess and implement appropriate treatment for a range of progressive and non-progressive neurological conditions.
  • Able to manage caseload and to prioritise under pressure.
  • Demonstrates effective communication skills with all disciplines and clients to optimise management.
  • Demonstrates understanding of the provision of occupational therapy within the team.

    • Desirable criteria

  • Fieldwork accreditation
  • Fabrication of thermoplastic upper limb orthosis

    • Experience

    Essential criteria

  • Experience in neurology.
  • Experience of using outcome measures.

    • Desirable criteria

  • Clinical supervision experience of students and assistants
  • Worked in a community setting.

    • Knowledge

    Essential criteria

  • Knowledge/understanding of confidentiality issues
  • Current professional issues.
  • Risk management and clinical governance issues.

    • Desirable criteria

  • Health needs in a multicultural community.
  • Understanding of the social model of disability

    • Trust Values

    Essential criteria

  • Understanding and demonstration of the Trust Values.

    • General Guidance for Applicants

    The Trust is committed to supporting flexible working wherever possible. The Trust also welcomes applications from candidates wishing to job share with or without job share partners.

    We are committed to equal opportunities, and have been approved as a Disability Confident Employer.

    The Trust offers a number of benefits, including a relocation loan for new starters moving to the area. More details on our range of benefits can be found on the Homerton website.

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