Hand Therapist to suit OT or Physiotherapist - Band 5

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We are looking for a flexible, dynamic and effective Hand Therapist to assist with coordinating and managing a varied Hand Therapy case-load for Gloucestershire Health and Care NHS Foundation Trust within the Stroud locality. The post holder will work within an established and friendly team of out-patient MSK therapists, in addition to a wider team of experienced Hand Therapists who offer a high-quality specialist Hand Therapy service across Gloucestershire.We are looking for a team member to work as an autonomous practitioner managing a varied case-load, including long-term conditions, acquired hand conditions and with training, trauma and post-operative conditions, ensuring the highest of patient care at all time. Depending on previous experience, newly qualified clinicians who can work towards competencies with the support of senior staff will be considered. Full training will be given.We are looking for a team member to work as an autonomous practitioner managing a varied case-load, including long-term conditions, acquired hand conditions and with training, trauma and post-operative conditions, ensuring the highest of patient care at all time. Depending onprevious experience, newly qualified clinicians who can work towards competencies with the support of senior staff will be considered. Full training will be given.The successful candidate will have the opportunity to participate in departmental and county wide Hand Therapy training. The post-holder may also be required to offer satellite Hand Therapy clinics within other localities depending on capacity and demand on the service. Travelto other localities with the Trust is expected for training, supervision and support.Mentorship, supervision, training and Continuing Professional Development is actively encouraged and supported with opportunity to widen knowledge and enhance skills.If you are passionate, enthusiastic and committed this may be the post for you.At Gloucestershire Health and Care NHS Foundation Trust, we are supportive of the people we care for in the community and aim to provide a fully responsive service to everyone who needs it. This is the same approach we take for our employees. We look to value the skills and experiences of those we work with, whether they are service users, carers, families or those looking to work with us.Gloucestershire Health and Care NHS Foundation Trust is part of the NHS. We treat NHS patients according to NHS principles and standards. The difference is the Trust is accountable to local people, rather than to Government, and so we are able to work closely with our community to develop services in the way that best suits the needs of local people.Our Staff Survey results showed people at our Trust feel they are engaged, part of a team and work for a compassionate and inclusive organisation.Our overall scores were better than average in eight of nine themes and level in one - the best overall results for a community, mental health and learning disabilities Trust in the south west and first equal amongst all sector NHS providers within the region too.For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Helen Fursman Job title: Hand Therapy Lead Email address: helen.fursman@ghc.nhs.uk Telephone number: 0300 421 8895