[ref. d4973304] Band 6 Adult Community Stroke Occupational Therapist
Croydon NHS Trust are looking to recruit an enthusiastic Band 6 Occupational Therapist to join the community Stroke team. The client offers a full-time contract with an opportunity, a fair and manageable caseload and further training in your portfolio.The vacancy will be for an initial 3 - 6 months with potential for extension.
Main Duties for the Occupational Therapist includes.- To assess the functional, rehabilitation and vocational needs of clients referred to the Community Stroke Team. This includes working in a variety of locations within the community, including the work place.
- To apply a high level of understanding of the effect of stroke and provide training and advice on lifestyle changes and adaptations to the patients' physical and social environment.
- To provide evidence based, goal directed physical stroke rehabilitation to address vocational needs.
- To manage sensitive issues relating to employment and associated risks in relation to clients' return to work
- To share records and information with patients, carers and MDT and store securely in an accessible location.
- To generate handouts/information booklets/exercise programmes for supplying to patients, carers and MDT using electronic/IT and software.
- To utilise an established knowledge of the full range of disability equipment and adaptations available to the patient group
- Previous experience working as an Occupational Therapist in the community.
- Knowledge of a range of OT models and demonstrate being up to date with trends and developments in OT Stroke rehab.
- HCPC Registration
- Enhanced DBS/CRB (we can obtain for you)
- Eligibility to work in the UK
- Occupational Therapist Qualification
Benefits of Working with Croydon NHS.
Our client offers the opportunity for additional training for both perm and temporary members of staff within the trust With new projects underway in various teams, they offer a very competitive rate of pay. Also, free onsite parking is offered to all staff.
Why Join Our Agency?
With over 10 years' experience recruiting directly into social care, Ackerman Pierce prides itself on the unique services we deliver to our candidates. Each candidate is assigned their own personal consultant who will support them through every placement.We also offer a DBS and a quick and easy registration process. Not forgetting a guaranteed payment into your account every week.
To discuss this Occupational Therapist vacancy, or any similar roles we have available, please contact Ella Hajittofis or email us your updated CV today!