Job Description

Are you an experienced and motivated Occupational Therapist looking for your next challenge? We have an exciting opportunity for a Specialist Occupational Therapist to join our dynamic, forward-thinking team.

You will play a vital role in supporting:

Admission avoidance, by providing timely interventions in the community.



Early discharge, enabling patients to return home safely with the right rehabilitation plans.



Rehabilitation at home, working with patients, families, and professionals to promote independence.



This community-based role offers the chance to work across diverse settings, providing variety and scope for professional growth.



We are seeking a compassionate and enthusiastic Occupational Therapist who:



Has strong clinical reasoning skills in rehabilitation and community-based care.



Is confident working autonomously and within a multidisciplinary team.



Demonstrates excellent communication, assessment, and organisational skills.

We offer:

A supportive and welcoming team environment



Opportunities for professional development and career progression



Regular clinical supervision and in-service training



Join us and make a real difference in the lives of people across North Powys. Your expertise will support independence and quality of life -- all while working in a beautiful rural location with a strong sense of community.



The post holder will provide a specialist Occupational Therapy Service for Powys Teaching Health Board (PTHB), responsible for:



Managing a caseload of clients with complex needs, using evidence based/client centred principles to assess, plan implement and evaluate interventions.



Provide leadership for junior staff through supervision and appraisal.



Participate in the planning, development and evaluation of Occupational Therapy services within a designated area/team, holding responsibility for defined projects.



Contribute to the maintenance and development of Powys Teaching Health Board Occupational Therapy Service.



Regularly supervise Occupational Therapy students on practice placements.



Deputise for Team Leader when necessary.



Work flexibly across locality and participate in the 7-day rota to meet the service needs



Allocate work to support staff, at all times monitoring their skills and competencies.



Being the smallest Heath Board in Wales means that you won't get lost in the crowd. Everybody at Powys Teaching Health Board is valued for the contribution they make to our varied and diverse portfolio of community-based services. Together, we can continue to make a real difference to our patients and build on our unrivalled reputation.



As a supportive and progressive employer, we actively encourage you to carve out a career with us, through a range of development pathways. We're also lucky enough to be situated in one of the most beautiful rural counties in Britain, let alone Wales! Achieving a healthy 'life work' balance is essential, and something we recognise by prioritising your well-being.



To start your journey with us, and to learn more about what we can offer you please visit: https://pthb.nhs.wales/working-for-us/ . There you will find information about our benefits and values, read staff experiences and more about what our beautiful county has to offer.



The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post. English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.



You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click "Apply now" to view in Trac.



Base -Newtown Hospital



We would welcome applicants to contact us to discuss options available.