Specialist Neurological Occupational Therapist

East Anglia, United Kingdom

Job Description

My client has a reading fantastic Occupational Therapist Permanent vacancy in Peterborough East of England in their Neurological care & Rehabilitation.
J800006048
Occupational Therapist Band 6 Permanent
Location: Peterborough East of England
Salary: Salary: 32,000 - 39,000( Dep on Exp can be negotiated)
Hours: Full Time
Client Group: Specialist Neurological care & Rehabilitation
No sponsorship
Our client provides compassionate care for loved ones, with a team of skilled carers, nurses and therapists dedicated to the well-being of each resident we support. Their adult services provide rehabilitation and long-term support for individuals who have suffered acquired or traumatic brain injury. Our multidisciplinary team provides rehabilitation and longer-term living. The rehabilitation provided spans behavioural, social, cognitive, physical and functional skills retraining.
Job Role:

  • To participate as a full member of the multi-disciplinary team in the assessing, planning, implementation and evaluation of individual treatment and rehabilitation plans liaising with other relevant agencies as appropriate
  • To use an evidenced based patient centred approach to assess, plan, implement and evaluate treatment plans to support residents' physical and psychological needs
  • Work with residents, and team members to identify goals and set treatment plans.
  • Liaise with relatives and carers with empathy giving information, support and advice whenever and as often as required, in respect of treatment plans.
  • Maintain concise records and provide reports as necessary for each resident's case review
  • Identify risks and advise other team members on interventions to minimise risks.
  • To undertake assessment of daily living skills to identify level of functional ability, risks and level of support needed.
  • Participate in clinical meetings, reviews and other discussions where required.
  • To ensure the cleanliness and maintenance of all Occupational Therapy equipment
  • To be aware of and have regard for the Standards of Practice from the Royal College of Occupational Therapy and other statutory bodies in relation to professional matters
  • To liaise with appropriate outside organisations for equipment provision e.g. wheelchair services
  • To contribute to the development and training needs within the Therapy Team and the wider MDT including Nurses and Care staff.
  • To review and reflect on own practice and performance through the effective use of both operational and professional supervision.
  • To directly support and supervise staff ensuring professional lines of accountability and priorities are met and that all policies and procedures are strictly adhered to.
Requirements:
  • Diploma / degree / masters in Occupational Therapy
  • Member of HCPC
  • Strong evidence of continued professional development.
  • A minimum of two years' experience working as an Occupational Therapist.
  • Experience working with a wide range of neurological conditions.
  • Experience of working with people with chronic disability and progressive conditions.
  • Evidence of experience of using a wide range of approaches to the management of patients as demonstrated by clinical reasoning.
  • A clear understanding of the CSP professional code of conduct and relevant professional guidelines.
  • Ability to deal with sensitive information with discretion and to maintain confidentiality at all times.
  • Ability to multitask and to work accurately and effectively under pressure and to tight deadlines
  • Ability to organise and prioritise workload.
  • Ability to work independently and on own initiative.
  • Ability to be able to rapidly assess a situation / problem and to develop appropriate solutions in a proactive manner.
  • Excellent attention to detail with the ability to maintain a high level of accuracy.
  • Good English language and grammar.
  • Report writing skills
For more information, please contact parul.patel@justot.co.uk

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Job Detail

  • Job Id
    JD3390598
  • Industry
    Not mentioned
  • Total Positions
    1
  • Job Type:
    Full Time
  • Salary:
    £32000 - 39000 per year
  • Employment Status
    Permanent
  • Job Location
    East Anglia, United Kingdom
  • Education
    Not mentioned