Occupational Therapist
A great new job opportunity has arisen for a committed Occupational Therapist to work in an exceptional mental health hospital based in the Dorking, Surrey area. You will be working for one of UK's leading health care providers
This mental hospital provides acute mental health service along with a 3-bedded step-down, community focused ward.A great new job opportunity has arisen for a committed Occupational Therapist to work in an exceptional mental health hospital based in the Dorking, Surrey area.You will be working for one of UK’s leading health care providers
This mental hospital provides acute mental health service along with a 3-bedded step-down, community focused ward. The service supports males of working age, experiencing an acute mental health episode, providing the necessary levels of care required during crises
To be considered for this position you must have a degree in Occupational Therapy and be HCPC registered
As the Occupational Therapist your key responsibilities include:
Manages and co-ordinates the implementation of individual treatment plans for occupational therapy services ensuring treatments, activities and interventions are delivered through effective application and communicationReceives and responds 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. Maintains accurate and timely records detailing each patients rehabilitation/progress
Ensures the effective and efficient management of more junior staff
Maintains and develops close working relationships with professional and clinical colleagues within the multi-disciplinary team, ensuring clinical practice is in line with company policies and procedures and complies with statutory regulations and quality standards
Contributes to business growth by actively promoting therapy services in line with the local units’ business plan
Maintains effective communication links with patients, relatives, carers, and purchasers throughout the patient’s rehabilitation
The following skills and experience would be preferred and beneficial for the role:
Proven experience in mental health and knowledge of the Mental Health ActPatient centric & commitment to delivering high quality care
Fine tuned decision making skills
Excellent organisational capability
Effective communication skills
The successful Occupational Therapist will receive an excellent salary of £38,000 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:
Enhanced disclosure cost coverageComprehensive induction and commitment to ongoing training
Enhanced maternity pay in line with NHS
Up to 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
Birthday Holiday - Your Birthday as an extra day’s annual leave
Online benefits and cash back rewards
Cycle to work scheme
Just drive scheme
SMART Pension option
Reference ID: 3258To apply for this fantastic job role, please call on 0121 638 0567 or send your CV