Senior Specialist Occupational Therapist

Role: Senior Specialist Occupational Therapist - (Paediatric Inpatients)
Town / Site: London / The Portland Hospital  
Full time: 37.5 hours
Permanent
Salary: This role offers a competitive salary dependent on experience

We’re looking for a Senior Specialist Occupational Therapist to join our team at The Portland Hospital currently rated “Good” by the CQC .

Internationally renowned for clinical excellence, The Portland Hospital is the only independent hospital in the UK entirely dedicated to women and children. Our inpatient and outpatient specialties reflect this, providing clinical expertise in Paediatrics, Obstetrics and Women`s Health.

Our Paediatric wards hold 56 inpatient beds + 11 day case and are equipped with the latest technology to provide advanced medical and surgical care, including a Paediatric Neurorehabilitation Unit and a Paediatric Intensive Care Unit which reflects the acuity and complex nature of the children who are admitted to our hospital. The Portland Hospital has a large number of international Paediatric patients, often funded by relevant embassies.

The role of the Senior Specialist Occupational Therapist post will primarily involve the assessment and treatment of your own clinical caseload of Inpatients covering a wide variety of diagnoses including but not restricted to; children on the neurorehab unit, acute ICU, orthopaedics and developmental care in the cardiac unit. Patients are seen and managed with the larger MDT as we foster a strong MDT ethic in the department. Although this role is predominantly inpatient based, there will be an expectation that the candidate will assist with the management of the outpatient caseload as and when needed. Band 6 therapists will be supported through a rotation period of working in both inpatient and outpatient departments to foster holistic clinical skills. At the Portland we are passionate about service development and this role will include assisting the Clinical Lead and Advanced Occupational Therapists with service development projects.

What you’ll bring:

• BSc (Hons) in Occupational Therapy (or equivalent).
• Current registered member of Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC).
• Minimum 2 years experience in Paediatrics in a clinical setting, such as an inpatient clinic or hospital. Previous hospital and acute experience or exposure is beneficial.
• Knowledge and application of paediatric OT assessments and interventions relevant to a paediatric client group.
• Experience working with an inpatient caseload with varying knowledge and experience with different conditions and diagnoses.
• Ability to work in a larger MDT (AHPs and Medical staff).

Why HCA UK?

Originally founded over 50 years ago by Dr Thomas Frist, HCA has gone on to become one of the world’s leading healthcare providers. In the UK, we’re one of the largest providers of privately funded healthcare and have invested over £500 million in the latest treatments, technology, techniques, medication and facilities. Being part of a large multisite, established healthcare group we can offer you unrivalled opportunities for career progression through internal and external courses, as well as working conditions that prioritise both your mental and physical wellbeing. 

We believe that by caring for our employees, we empower them to provide exceptional care for our patients. That’s why we offer a host of flexible benefits that reflect the invaluable contribution they make every day. As an Advanced Occupational Therapist you’ll be eligible for:

• 25 days holiday each year (plus bank holidays) increasing with service, with option to buy or sell leave to suit you 

• Private Healthcare Insurance for treatment at our leading hospitals

• Private pension contribution which increases with length of service

• Season Ticket Loan and Cycle to Work scheme

• Group Life Assurance from day one

• Critical illness cover

• Enhanced Maternity and Paternity pay

• Corporate staff discount for all facilities including Maternity packages at The Portland

• Comprehensive range of flexible health, protection and lifestyle benefits to   suit you

• Discounts with over 800 major retailers

Diversity and Inclusion

Patients first. Colleagues always. That’s the guiding philosophy behind our approach to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging. We believe healthcare is built on a foundation of inclusion, compassion and respect for our patients and for each other. By working together with our colleagues we’re creating a truly inclusive environment, where individual differences are celebrated and everyone can achieve their potential.

We believe everyone should feel comfortable to bring their full self to work and be afforded the same opportunities. That’s why we’re happy to discuss flexible working arrangements to suit your needs as well as offer reasonable adjustments throughout our recruitment process, and in the workplace, to anyone that needs them.