Barking, Havering, and Redbridge University Hospitals NHS Trust is hiring an Occupational Therapy Assistant and welcomes applications from candidates who meet the role requirements. Sponsorship is available for ideal candidates who require it.
About the Trust
Barking, Havering, and Redbridge University Hospitals NHS Trust (BHRUT) is a fast-improving healthcare organization recognized as England’s most improved Trust for A&E performance in 2023/24. Under the leadership of Matthew Trainer, Health Service Journal’s Top CEO, BHRUT has exited special measures and continues to drive exceptional improvements in patient care.
BHRUT employs 8,000 staff from 146 countries, many of whom live within the three diverse London boroughs served by the Trust. The workforce represents a broad spectrum of Black, Asian, and Minority Ethnic (BAME) communities, with over 400 staff enrolled in apprenticeship programs. As a London Living Wage employer, BHRUT prioritizes fair pay and a supportive working environment.
Our Facilities
Main Hospitals:
King George Hospital (KGH), Goodmayes
Queen’s Hospital, Romford
Emergency Departments: Serving over 300,000 patients annually, these are among the busiest in London.
Cutting-Edge Infrastructure:
Two state-of-the-art theatres at KGH
Community Diagnostic Centers at Barking Community Hospital and St George’s Health and Wellbeing Hub, significantly increasing scan capacity.
BHRUT is also preparing to implement a new electronic patient record (EPR) system next year, allowing clinical teams seamless access to patient data across seven hospitals run by BHRUT and Barts Health. This will improve patient care and operational efficiency.
Join our growing team at BHRUT and help us deliver outstanding care for patients across northeast London. Apply today!
Position: Band 4 Occupational Therapy Assistant
Salary: £31,081 to £33,665 a year
Job Type: Full Time
Location: Queen’s Hospital, Rom Valley Way, Romford, UK
About the Role
An opportunity has arisen for an Occupational Therapy Assistant to join our team to support patients admitted to hospital with hip fractures.
This post is based at Queens Hospital in Romford however some cross-site working may be required as the team also provide clinical cover at King George Hospital in Ilford.
This post would suit someone with acute healthcare experience, strong communication and time management skills. The focus within BHRUT is on early intervention and discharge planning therefore rapid and confident decision making skills is essential. Experience of working with early discharge services such as HomeFirst would be an advantage.
In line with the Government agenda for the NHS and in order to provide high quality care we provide a 7-day service and are looking for a person who will enjoy the benefits of this pattern.
We strongly support Continuing Professional Development. You will be supported in your role by the qualified therapists within the team.If you have therapy experience and skills outlined above and want a rewarding opportunity whilst being valued and supported; then apply today.
Main Duties
- To provide skilled routine, and non-routine, clinical and non-clinical support to the Occupational Therapy team and any other professional such as Physiotherapists and clerical staff associated with the team
- To accept patients allocated by the Occupational Therapist, assess and treat according to protocols and guidelines. To monitor patient progression, and make alternations to intervention as required
- To work independently, with access to direct supervision as required. To maintain close communication with the Occupational Therapist/team to facilitate patient care
- To organise and participate in the Occupational Therapy Assistant and team/departmental induction and in-service training programmes. To contribute to in-service training to Occupational Therapy team colleagues.
Qualifications
Education/ Qualifications (Essential)
- Educated to G.C.S.E level or equivalent
- Evidence of recent training and CPD
Desirable
- Willingness to follow a training programme which may involve course work
Experience/ Knowledge (Essential)
- Proven experience working as an Occupational Therapy Assistant or equivalent
Desirable
- Previous experience in the delivery of healthcare
- Experience with support and training other staff
Skills/ Abilities (Essential)
- Ability and understand and follow instructions accurate and learn new skills quickly
Desirable
- Computer and clerical skills
Benefits
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications.
Required Documents
- CV/Resume
- Cover Letter
Application Process
Interested and qualified candidates should kindly CLICK HERE to learn more and apply
Application Deadline
December 16, 2024