Specialist Occupational Therapist
Job Description
Job summary
This is your opportunity to lead the way in ensuring that all bed rails and bed grab handles previously issued within the community have up-to-date risk assessments, fully compliant with MHRA (Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency) regulations. As part of a dynamic team, you will help deliver safety and peace of mind to patients across Royal Devon.
Main duties of the job
For more detail about the main duties of this role, please see the job description section below. As a key member of the Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust, you will be joining an exceptional team working together to help our patients to stay healthy, when they need it most.
About us
Stretching across Northern, Eastern and Mid Devon, we have a workforce of over 15,000 staff, making us the largest employer in Devon. Our core services, which we provide to more than 615,000 people, cover more than 2,000 square miles across Devon, while some of our specialist services cover the whole of the peninsula, extending our reach as far as Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly.
We deliver a wide range of emergency, specialist and general medical services through North Devon District Hospital and the Royal Devon and Exeter Hospital (Wonford).
Alongside our two acute hospitals, we provide integrated health and social care services across a variety of settings, including community inpatient hospitals, outpatient clinics, and within peoples own homes. We also offer primary care services, a range of specialist community services, and Sexual Assault Referral Centres (SARC).
Our state-of-the-art equipment, leading technologies and strong links to local universities put us at the forefront of research and innovations, enabling us to provide world-class care to our local communities.
Its never been a more exciting time to join the Royal Devon, as youll help to shape our services as we continue along our integration journey.
Job responsibilities
For more information on the Job Description and Responsibilities please click the link below.
More detail about the role:
We are looking to recruit 2 Band 6 Occupational therapist/ Physiotherapist to work within the community to ensure that all bed rails and bed grab handles previously issued within the community have up-to-date risk assessments and comply with the latest MHRA (Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency) regulations.
The post holder will be responsible for developing and implementing the process regarding this work stream (with support from senior colleagues). They will liaise directly with patients, carers and family members to carry out specialist risk assessments and give advice and information on bed rails and bed grab handles. The post holder will also liaise and link with other services such as community rehabilitation teams, community nurses teams and social care colleagues to ensure that bed rails and bed grab handles have up-to-date risk assessments.
Applicants will require sound moving and handling skills, good problem solving, prioritisation and excellent communication. Applicants will hold a full drivers licence and have their own means of transport as these roles will involve travelling across Devon. These roles will involve hybrid working and base can be agreed on appointment
Key Responsibilities:
Lead the review and update process for bed rails and bed grab handles, ensuring they meet current MHRA standards.
Work closely with community equipment providers, cross-referencing their system with electronic patient records.
Communicate directly with patients, carers, and families to confirm the ongoing use of equipment, conduct risk assessments, and provide advice on safe usage.
Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams including community rehabilitation teams, community nurses, and social care professionals to ensure risk assessments are up to date.
Maintain accurate records of progress and work in close partnership with senior colleagues.
Opportunities for You
This role offers a range of opportunities including:
Career Growth: This is a great chance for experienced Occupational Therapists or Physiotherapists to gain new skills in a specialised area.
Flexible Working: The service is committed to supporting flexible working. this post allows regular hybrid and remote working. The hour and working
pattern to be agreed at appointment. Enjoy a healthy work-life balance with the flexibility to tailor your working hours and schedule to suit your needs.
Collaboration: Work closely with a variety of professionals, enhancing your multidisciplinary teamwork skills.
Training & Development: Whether youre looking to develop your clinical or leadership skills, we offer excellent CPD opportunities and support.
Working Pattern: Full-time (37.5 hours per week), with flexible working hours to be agreed on appointment. Option for regular hybrid and remote working.
Interview Date: To Be Confirmed
For further information please contact: Eleisha Harrison, Community Rehabilitation Professional Lead on eharrison2@nhs.net
Please note, this is a fixed term contract for 6 months. For current NHS employees this post could be a secondment opportunity.
As an inclusive employer, the Royal Devon values diversity and is committed to creating a culture of inclusivity where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential. We believe in fostering a sense of belonging and actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities. We recognise the advantages of having a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve.
Preference will be given to staff with Priority and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon.
The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust reserves the right to close vacancy when sufficient applications have been received.
The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust was established in April 2022, bringing together the expertise of both the Royal Devon and Exeter NHS Foundation Trust and Northern Devon Healthcare NHS Trust.
Benefits
We will work together to maintain a culture that develops and supports you and your team.
This might include funding for a care certificate, a degree or leadership qualifications. Or it might include days off to study, engage in CPD or rotational placements to help you hone your skills. Wherever you are heading in the NHS, we'll help you get there.
Looking after you is important to us.
We strive to help our staff create a healthy work-life balance through flexible working schemes and our family friendly policies.
If you're starting out in the NHS, you'll start with 27 days paid annual leave (plus bank holidays), rising to 33 days plus bank holidays.
You'll benefit from access to our own comprehensive occupational health services, including counselling, onsite wellbeing activities and groups.
Salary is not the only financial benefit
You'll have access to an extensive range of staff discounts on shopping, fitness and leisure options and you can spread the cost of technology and home appliance purchases from major retailers.
You will also have access to other benefits including:
National discount services such as the Blue Light Card and Health Service Discounts.
Salary sacrifice options including our OFSTED rated outstanding nursery onsite at Exeter
Car lease schemes.
The NHS Pension scheme (one of the most generous and comprehensive in the UK).
Cycle to work scheme
These are just a few of the benefits available if the role is something you are interested in, we'd love to hear from you.
Person Specification
General Requirements
Essential
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Desirable
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Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This 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.
Employer details
Employer name
Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Newcourt House
Newcourt Drive
Exeter
Devon
EX2 7JQ
