Description
We are seeking a dynamic and motivated Band 7 Occupational Therapist to join our Acute Frailty Therapy Team.
As a Band 7 Occupational Therapist in a large and busy team, you will be required to demonstrate strong leadership skills and be confident to work as an autonomous practitioner with a focus on early assessment and discharge planning.
Main Duties of the Job:
- Provide specialist standard of Occupational Therapy service to patients within the acute elderly/medical service.
- Give highly specialist guidance, advice, and education to other members of the Multidisciplinary Team (MDT) on matters relating to your specialist area.
- Provide leadership for your team in planning, coordinating, delivering, and evaluating the Occupational Therapy service provided to patients within your area.
- Undertake supervision, mentoring, and performance development plans to promote clinical and professional effectiveness of self and others.
Benefits:
- Competitive salary: £55,524 to £62,652 per annum
- Opportunities for professional development and growth
- Supportive team environment
Requirements:
- Degree/Diploma in Occupational Therapy
- H.C.P.C. Registration
- Evidence of recent and relevant CPD
- Strong knowledge of medical conditions and their impact on cognitive, physical, and social functioning
- Highly skilled in the assessment and treatment of patients presenting with common pathologies
- Ability to organise, prioritise, and delegate
- Ability to demonstrate leadership and supportive supervisory skills