Job summaryHull University Teaching Hospitals are seeking to recruit band 5 occupational therapists to join our diverse team of allied health professionals who work across a range of clinical specialties within an acute care setting.The post holders will work alongside colleagues to support the assessment of need across a range of clinical conditions which present with varying degrees of complexity. As an occupational therapist you will have direct input into the assessment, treatment and reablement of patients who present within acute care, delivering evidence based interventions to facilitate recovery, promote well-being and optimise independent functioning as far as reasonably possible in all areas of life.We are seeking people who can adapt to changing environment and work well in a team. You will be expected to be an active member of the multi-disciplinary team and build social networks working in partnership with other agencies to identify and address the immediate need.Current or pending professional registration (HCPC) is required for this post hence applicants will need to hold (or be awaiting) a Degree or Diploma in Occupational Therapy.Band 5 to 6 development programme available for suitable candidates with relevant experience, knowledge and skill.Main duties of the jobOur current band 5 rotations operate across two hospital sites. The successful candidates will have the opportunity to gain direct clinical experience in the following areas:Medicine for the Elderly, General Medicine, Respiratory, Vascular Surgery, Orthopedic Surgery (Trauma and Elective), Oncology, Acute Stroke/Neurology, Hand and Upper Limb, Reablement / Intermediate Care UnitThe post holder will be self motivated and aspirational, be able to assess in an effective and timely manner in a rapid paced environment. Confidence in enabling patients in positive risk taking, personalised care, assessment of capacity, manual handling, functional assessments and knowledge of the SAFER principles will be enhanced and nurtured within this role.About usThe Humber Health Partnership is one of the largest acute and community Partnership arrangements in the NHS, seeing well over one million patients every year and managing a budget of over £1.3 billion.Made up of two Trusts - Northern Lincolnshire and Goole NHS Foundation Trust (NLAG) and Hull University Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust (HUTH) - our Partnership has significant ambitions and is committed to delivering world-class hospital and community services for the 1.65 million people we serve.Together we employ nearly 20,000 staff. Our five main hospital sites are Diana, Princess of Wales Hospital, Scunthorpe General Hospital and Goole and District Hospital, for NLAG and Hull Royal Infirmary and Castle Hill Hospital for HUTH.As Teaching Hospitals working with the Hull York Medical School, we both lead and contribute to research in many areas - biomedical research, primary care, palliative medicine, cardiovascular and respiratory medicine, vascular surgery, cancer surgery and oncology.We believe that by developing a diverse, inclusive, innovative, skilled and caring workforce, we can deliver excellent care to our patients and a great future for our employees, our Partnership and our community.Job descriptionJob responsibilitiesFor further details with regard to this vacancy opportunity, please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification.Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled Worker Visa sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. You can determine the likelihood of obtaining a Certificate of Sponsorship for the post by assessing your circumstances against criteria specified on the gov.uk website.Person SpecificationQualificationsEssentialWorking towards or Degree in Occupational TherapyCurrent HCPC registration or application for in progressDesirableAccredited wheelchair prescriberCompletion of recognised professional practice educator courseFull clean driving licenceExperienceEssentialEvidence of required level of knowledge and skill on the basis of clinical placementsDocumented evidence of continued professional developmentDesirablePost registration experience in a variety of clinical settingsSkills, Knowledge and AbilityEssentialKnowledge of the key concepts of Occupational Therapy models of practiceAbility to demonstrate/discuss Occupational Therapy processAbility to analyse, select and apply appropriate assessment and treatments using a range of modalitiesAwareness of National guidelines and legislation relating to health and social careAbility to communicate clearly and conciselyAbility to analyse and evaluate information collected to formulate recommendations, organising own caseload and prioritising / delegating as requiredAbility to work as an MDT adopting a flexible approach to working practiceExperience of supervisionDesirableContributed to the development of students and staff Previous involvement in research and audDisclosure and Barring Service CheckThis post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.Certificate of SponsorshipApplications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).UK RegistrationApplicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).Employer detailsEmployer nameHull University Teaching Hospitals NHS TrustAddressHull Royal InfirmaryAnlaby RoadHullHU3 2JZEmployer's websitehttps://www.hey.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)