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Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust

Sep 1

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  • Job
    Full-time
    Entry Level
  • Research & Development
    Healthcare

Requirements

  • Essential criteria
  • Degree or Diploma in OT
  • HCPC registration
  • Competencies
  • Problem solver
  • Good organisational skills
  • Ability to work single-handedly with individuals and groups
  • Effective written and oral communication skills
  • Computer literacy
  • Group work skills
  • Team Player – understanding team dynamics
  • Ability to manage own workload and determine priorities
  • Be able to work under pressure
  • Ability to reflect and critically appraise own performance
  • Desirable criteria
  • Presentation skills
  • Training and facilitation skills
  • Use of the Tiara Therapy Computer system
  • Professional / Specialist / Functional Experience
  • Knowledge of evidence based practice
  • Understanding of professional ethics and their application in practice
  • Knowledge of health legislation in current practice and clinical governance
  • Knowledge of risk assessment
  • Experience of work as an OT or placement as an OT student within the acute hospital setting
  • Documented evidence of CPD
  • Worked (could be as a student) in some of the following areas:- Acute Medicine, Orthopaedics, Surgery, Elderly Care, A&E, Neurology, community rehab
  • Desirable criteria
  • Experience of research and audit

Responsibilities

  • To provide excellent, high-quality person centred clinical care that advocates for patients, strive to provide a service fit for today and the future, develop personal leadership to support clinical growth.
  • Every rotation (6 months) brings duties specific for that speciality and team.

FAQs

What type of setting will I be working in as an Occupational Therapist at Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust?

You will be working in a fast-paced hospital setting, including an acute and community rotation providing diverse experiences across various specialities.

What qualifications do I need to apply for this position?

You need to have a Degree or Diploma in Occupational Therapy and be registered with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC).

Will there be support available for new staff members?

Yes, there will be excellent support and supervision from senior colleagues, as well as peer support from a large group of colleagues on the rotation.

What are the rotation periods for this position?

The rotation periods for this position are six months, with each rotation focusing on specific specialities and teams.

Is prior experience required to apply for this role?

While it is beneficial to have experience of working as an occupational therapist or as an OT student in an acute hospital setting, it is not strictly required as long as you fulfill the educational qualifications.

Are there opportunities for professional development?

Yes, you will have access to excellent learning opportunities, a multi-professional preceptorship programme, and support from a practice development lead and clinical flow lead.

Is there a specific patient population that I will be working with?

You will be working with a diverse patient population across various specialities including Medicine, Orthopaedics, Surgery, Elderly Rehabilitation, and others, depending on your rotation.

Do I need to have experience in specific clinical areas to apply?

While experience in areas such as Acute Medicine, Orthopaedics, Surgery, Elderly Care, A&E, and Neurology is desirable, it is not mandatory as long as you meet the essential criteria.

Does the Trust offer visa sponsorship for this position?

No, the Trust is unable to provide visa sponsorship for this position. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK.

What are the core values of Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust?

The core values are Committed to Excellence, Working Together, and Facing the Future, which guide the organization in treating patients, visitors, service users, and staff.

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Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust

Our vision is to be a leader in health and wellbeing, delivering exceptional services for our communities.

Science & Healthcare
Industry
10,001+
Employees
2014
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust (FHFT) has an outstanding reputation and a proud record of achievement. As well as a performing, well led and ambitious Foundation Trust, we have exciting times ahead of us. The Trust’s vision is to lead in delivering exceptional health and well being services to our communities. Turning our vision into reality, we are continuing to make significant invest in our infrastructure and facilities, striving for excellence and empowering our people to deliver excellence. Providing a supportive, dynamic MDT working environment, allowing our teams to deliver high quality patient care and achieving work life balance, whilst encouraging continuous professional development. We are proud of the ambitions laid out in our strategy, Our Future FHFT, including our vision to be a leader in Health & Wellbeing, Innovation and Education, Diversity, Equality and Inclusion at the heart of everything we do. Services are delivered from three main hospital sites: Frimley Park Hospital (Camberley) Heatherwood Hospital (Ascot) Wexham Park Hospital (Slough) Additionally, the Trust delivers outpatient and diagnostic services from Aldershot, Farnham, Fleet, Windsor, Maidenhead and Bracknell bringing a range of services closer to these communities. We are also proud to host the Defence Medical Group South East at Frimley Park with military surgical, medical and nursing personnel working alongside the hospital's NHS staff providing care to patients in all specialties. We have also made significant investment in our quality improvement and digital programmes to support our vision and we will ensure that we achieve our aim of providing the highest quality healthcare to our patients. Our new EPR – Epic – went live in June 2022 and we are already beginning to reap the benefits of this ambitious investment. Our three core values, and the behaviours that support them, guide everything we do and set out what we expect of our staff in the way they treat patients.

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