Occupational Therapist
You will be working for one of UK's leading health care providers
This hospital has established an excellent reputation for providing the highest standards of care and specialises in the management and treatment of mental health problems including eating disorders
To be considered for this position you must hold a degree/diploma in Occupational Therapy registered with HCPC
As the Occupational Therapist your key responsibilities include:
Manage and co-ordinate the implementation of individual treatment plans for occupational therapy services ensuring treatments, activities, interventions and group programmes are delivered through effective application and communicationProvide a range of clinical interventions and demonstrate knowledge of models of practice
Respond promptly to referrals undertaking patient assessments to identify and prioritise patient needs before planning and delivering the appropriate and relevant interventions either on an individual or group basis
Maintain accurate and timely records detailing each patient’s progress, including robust outcome measures where possible
Engage actively in practice development, evaluation, audit and research activities relevant to occupational therapy and the service
The following skills and experience would be preferred and beneficial for the role:
Possess confidence in their autonomy and authority for day to day clinical decisionsForward thinking, innovative and passionate to explore new ways of evolving practice
Communication and interpersonal skills as the role holder will be interacting with service users constantly and may respond to routine enquiries providing some basic informationFlexibility and adaptability across hours of work when required to suit the service needs of the wards and the role holder will work within existing procedures
Experience of working within mental health and/or eating disorders
The successful Occupational Therapist will receive an excellent salary of £35,392 - £42,618 per annum. This exciting position is a permanent full time role working 37.5 hours a week. In return for your hard work and commitment you will receive the following generous benefits:
Up to 25 days annual leave plus Bank holidaysBirthday Leave
Continuing Professional Development opportunities
Pension scheme with a company contribution
Our shopping discount site where you’ll find great offers for online and in-store shopping, negotiated specially for everyone who works for the company
Enhanced Maternity pay in line with NHS
Reference ID: 3261To apply for this fantastic job role, please call on 0121 638 0567 or send your CV