Job Description

We are looking for Occupational Therapist who is keen to gain clinical experience within the field of Critical Care and respiratory as a Band 6 within a forward-thinking, supportive and friendly Adult Therapy Service.



Our ideal candidate will have a passion for OT and a desire to actively participate in all aspects of the role including working flexibly when required across multiple teams. You must be willing and able to lead on various elements of the work and training within this exciting area of OT. You must be an effective team player with excellent communication and organizational skills and be able to demonstrate evidence of recent professional learning.



In all areas, you will be able to access senior OT professional support and opportunities for clinical professional training and development. There will also be opportunities to enhance skills in cognitive and behavioral assessments as part specialist rotational training.



If you are interested in the role and believe you hold the qualities we require, then apply today!



Please note that this vacancy may close early due to number of applications



Support Occupational Therapy provision on the Critical Care unit and Respiratory wards specifically



Cognitive and functional assessment of out of hospital cardiac arrest patients

Assessment of surgical patients to facilitate safe discharge home

Rehabilitation of Critical care patients both on CCU and following step down to level 1 and 2 areas

Cross cover to wards as require



You will provide specialist assessment and management skills of an Occupational Therapist, working with other members of the MDT to provide evidence-based patient centered care. You will provide leadership and supervision to junior staff, students and non qualified staff.



Our ambition is to deliver excellent local and specialist services, to improve the health and well being of our patients, and provide a vibrant place for staff to develop, innovate and build careers.



We aim to make the most of our skills and experiences so we can become the best we can be. As one organisation we will recruit the finest and retain more specialist staff due to more employment opportunities across our Trust



Are you looking for an exciting Senior Occupational Therapist role using your unique qualities, then we want to hear from you.



For full details about this varied and rewarding role, please see attached job description.



We look forward to your application.