Vacancy Introduction
We have a rare opportunity for a Band 7 Occupational Therapist who is dynamic and passionate about stroke rehabilitation to join our supportive and caring team.
The Community Stroke Rehabilitation Team offers specialist multi-disciplinary rehabilitation to adults who have had a stroke in a community setting. You will work closely with other professionals such as physiotherapists, speech and language therapists, psychologists, dietitians, nurses, therapy assistant practitioners and rehabilitation assistants. The service provides goal focused, time limited rehabilitation interventions in patient’s home environments and in other settings as appropriate.
The stroke rehab team work closely alongside colleagues from Leeds Teaching Hospital Trust, as well as third sector organisations such as the Stroke Association, to support patients along the whole stroke pathway, from hospital to home.
This is an exciting time to join the team, as we embark on implementing a new intensive rehabilitation pathway to support earlier discharge from hospital alongside our current offer.
The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of managing people through change and have exceptional leadership skills. They will also have highly specialised clinical knowledge relating to stroke rehabilitation and experience of supporting MDT colleagues.
Some weekend working is required.
Should you have any questions about the role please contact Georgina Simon, Clinical team manager on 07354173485.
The postholder will be instrumental in designing and implementing a new more intensive pathway which will allow patients to be discharged from hospital sooner. They will need to lead staff through this process of change whilst supporting them to deliver business as usual services.
The post holder will line manage band 6 occupational therapists within the team as well as provding support to staff from other disciplines and unregistered staff. We are looking for a self-motivated, team player who will continue to develop their own profession as well as support with whole team projects.
In return we can offer
• An opportunity to develop your specialist skills and knowledge in stroke rehabilitation within a friendly multidisciplinary team.
• An opportunity to work holistically with patients who present with a range of stroke deficits for time limited goal focused therapy.
• A commitment to your development including mentorship, regular clinical supervision and opportunities to access training
• A friendly working environment within a committed and passionate team, with focus given to supporting staff wellbeing
• Opportunities to lead on service development and innovation
• Opportunities to develop leadership skills
Please review the Job Description and Person Specification attached for full requirements of the role.
Adverts will close early where the maximum number of applicants is reached.
Working for Leeds Community Healthcare NHS Trust
Who are we?
Leeds Community Healthcare provides a range of community-based health services across the whole city. We treat people in their homes, local health centres and community hospitals, and work in partnership with other local Trusts, charities and Leeds City Council.
We have a strong culture based on deeply-held values, and our focus at all times is on delivering high quality care to the people of Leeds. In our most recent CQC evaluation, we were rated "Good", with our Adult Services rated "Outstanding" for caring.
Perks of the job
Our benefits range from generous annual leave to access to NHS discount sites. You can find the full list of attractive benefits and rewards at www.leedscommunityhealthcare.nhs.uk click on the Join Our Team Tab.
Right to Work
This role is based in the UK. Employment is conditional on confirmation of the right to work in the UK - either as a UK or Irish citizen, under the EU settlement scheme or having secured any other relevant work visa. If you do not have the right to work in the UK and the role does not meet eligibility for sponsorship, please consider carefully whether you meet the eligibility to apply.
