Specialist Occupational Therapist/Physiotherapist

Job Summary Would you like to work in a highly regarded specialist service making a positive difference to people experiencing chronic/persistent fatigue? We are seeking an autonomous healthcare professional to join this dynamic specialist team at a very interesting time when fatigue management is high on the agenda following the Covid-19 pandemic. Main Duties of the Job * To effectively manage a diverse clinical caseload of adults and young people including those who are severely affected. * To carry out specialist bio‑psycho‑social assessment and treatment of adults and young people with Post Covid‑19 condition (Long Covid) or ME/CFS that include physical, mental and emotional aspects. * To be competent in history taking and the use of appropriate assessment tools within agreed national and current research guidelines. * To implement a range of specialist therapeutic interventions for patients and their relatives/carers, through individual and/or group sessions, that facilitates and supports a culture that enables patients to develop self‑management skills to improve health outcomes. * To communicate complex and challenging information in a clinically skilled and sensitive manner ensuring that it is presented in an understandable format to clients, carers and other professionals involved. * To develop collaborative person‑centred goals and plans with the adult/young person, and to evaluate and modify management plans in response to their changing needs. * To support adults and young people to return to work/education, facilitating a graded return according to their individual needs, liaising with the workplace/education establishment, attending meetings, and providing reviews and reports, as required. About us Oxford Health NHS Foundation Trust provides physical, mental health and social care for people of all ages across Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Swindon, Wiltshire, Bath and North East Somerset. Our services are delivered at community bases, hospitals, clinics and peoples homes, delivering care as close to home as possible. Our vision is that no matter who you are or where you are, you will tell us that you receive: "Outstanding care delivered by an outstanding team" Our values are: "Caring, safe and excellent" Benefits * Excellent opportunities for career progression * Access to tailored individual and Trust wide learning and development * 27 days annual leave, plus bank holidays, rising to 33 days with continuous service * NHS Discount across a wide range of shops, restaurants and retailers * Competitive pension scheme * Lease car scheme * Cycle to work scheme * Employee Assistance Programme * Mental Health First Aiders * Staff accommodation (please note waiting lists may apply) * Staff networking and support groups hosted by our Equality, Diversity & Inclusion team Job Description Responsibilities You will be an experienced clinician who has an understanding of ME/CFS, Post Covid‑19 condition or fatigue management approaches and is enthusiastic about working in this specialist area. The service is integrated with the Post Covid Assessment Clinic at the Churchill Hospital and the Post Covid Rehabilitation Team, working closely with specialist respiratory physiotherapists and Oxfordshire Talking Therapies. It provides groups and 121 sessions. From an ME/CFS perspective the service provides diagnosis, management advice, education and rehabilitation for adults and young people (from age 14) with ME/CFS, both individually and in groups. The successful applicant will be required to manage their own case‑load, providing clinical expertise for people with Post Covid‑19 condition and/or ME/CFS. The service is based at Windrush House, Witney, but other bases could potentially be negotiated across Oxfordshire. However, as the service is countywide, some travel will be required. The post is substantive and full time until the end of March 2025 through NHSE funding. Discussions are currently under way at ICB level to explore the future service pathways for these patient populations and is hoped that the service will continue after this date. However, alternative employment options within the Trust may be explored from April 2025. Flexible working applications will be welcomed please call for clarification. For more information please contact Rachael Rogers, Clinical Lead on Mobile: 07768 422593 Office: 01865 903757. Rachael.Rogers@oxfordhealth.nhs.uk Or Emma Tucker, Post Covid Rehabilitation Specialist / Service Lead Mobile: 07468 718677 Office: 01865 904215. emma.tucker@oxfordhealth.nhs.uk Person Specification Knowledge (Essential) * Knowledge of ME/CFS, PC and similar LTC * Knowledge of approaches used in managing the conditions * Knowledge of running group interventions * Knowledge of the biopsychosocial approach Experience (Essential) * Experience of working with ME/CFS/PC or similar LTC * Experience of running groups Desirable * Experience of working with CYP * Experience of autonomous/community working Qualifications (Essential) * Degree/diploma in Occupational Therapy/Physiotherapy Desirable * Evidence of post graduate learning 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. 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. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website. 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. UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website. Employer Details Oxford Health NHS Trust Windrush House Burford Road Witney OX29 7DX Employers website https://www.oxfordhealth.nhs.uk Additional Information Date posted: 12 January 2024 Pay scheme: Agenda for change Band: Band 6 Salary: £35,392 to £42,618 a year Per annum | Pro rata Contract: Permanent Working pattern: Full-time, Part-time, Job share, Flexible working Reference number: 267-CH5959508 Job locations: Windrush House, Burford Road, Witney, OX29 7DX J-18808-Ljbffr