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HCA UK are incredibly proud to be awarded ‘Private Hospital Group of the Year ‘ 2020 at the Health Investor Awards.
Job - Lead Clinical Hand Therapy Specialist
Location - The Wellington Hospital, London
Contract Type - Permanent, full time hours 37.5hrs
Salary Range- Competitive and will be dependent upon skills and experience.
Other Info- We will be able to provide VISA sponsorships for those outside the EU and within the EU.
Job Description
The post holder will play an active role in staff training and the provision of treatment for outpatients with upper limb disorders.
The post holder will work closely with Head of Outpatient Services to develop services, core competencies and quality initiatives based on evidence based practice.
This service will be provided within the context of a multidisciplinary team. The post holder will take a lead role in the clinical provision, administration, organisation, liaison, marketing and strategic development of the London Hand and Wrist Unit (LHWU) across the HCA sites.
The post holder will oversee rosters and workforce planning and support effective budget management.
Reward & recognition – We reward your commitment in delivering the highest standard of care with generous and competitive benefits such as our contribution pension scheme, private medical insurance, annual salary review, 25 days holiday each year; with the option to buy and sell. We invest in your career development with clear career pathways and access to further education. We can also offer you support with relocation if you are living outside of London or the UK; subject to terms and conditions.
Duties & Responsibilities
Play an active role in providing clinical excellence and quality activities related to assessment and treatment of patients in the Hand Therapy service at the London Hand and Wrist Unit, ensuring that quality, and activity targets are met.
Enable Hand Therapists to deliver high quality treatment to patients in line with the strategic direction advised by HCA, each of the four hospitals and Head of Outpatient Services including implementing quality initiatives and quality assurance methods.
To maintain a clinical case load and provide high quality treatment to patients with upper limb conditions.
To lead the clinical team in group and individual development and provide training, mentoring and clinical support where necessary.
Support the Head of Outpatient Services by providing leadership to the team, overseeing rosters and workforce planning and facilitating budget management.
Skills & Experience
Professional qualification in Physiotherapy (Chartered) or Occupational Therapy
HCPC Registration
Suitable experience in the field of Hand Therapy (Extensive experience preferred but all excellent candidates will be considered, especially those with leadership experience)
Evidence of high level of knowledge and skills in managing upper limb conditions
Experience of working within inpatient and outpatient settings
About The Facility
The Wellington Hospital has over four decades of expertise; providing the highest level of care for patients who are looking for the best treatment in key areas of healthcare, including: neurosurgery, spinal surgery, cardiac care, orthopaedics, acute neurological rehabilitation, gynaecology and cancer care.
If you wish to find out more about this opportunity, please apply for this role and a member of the team will be in contact shortly.