We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Senior Occupational Therapist to join the team at one of the NHS Trusts in London. This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled professional to provide high-quality care and support to patients within a dynamic and supportive team environment. The Trust is renowned for its commitment to excellence, innovation, and patient-centered care across its major hospitals.
Description:
You will provide high-quality occupational therapy interventions to a wide variety of patients, including:
- Advanced assessment and treatment of patients.
- Provision of individual and group education and treatment.
- Provision of assistive devices (orthotics) and equipment.
- Minor structural home adaptations.
- Complex disability management and advocacy services.
This role sits within the Band 6 rotational Occupational Therapy scheme working across the Newham Hospital site, which will require working in a range of ward settings and departments, including Accident and Emergency, Acute Assessment Unit, Cardiac, Respiratory, Amputee/Surgical, Intensive Treatment Unit (ITU), and Healthcare of the Elderly.
There are opportunities to experience other services within the Newham collective, which link with partner services, including Adult Social Care, Hand Therapy, Acute and Community Mental Health teams, Extended Primary Care Team (EPCT), and Enabled Living.
Skills Required:
- Strong clinical skills in assessing and treating a range of conditions.
- Ability to detect the deteriorating patient.
- Ability to risk assess patient assessment, treatment, and discharge.
- Ability to assess and treat motor and sensory skills as well as physical functioning.
- Ability to assess and treat cognitive and affective impairment, and its impact on function and the ability of the patient to maintain their health and safety.
- Ability to structure holistic assessment and the OT process within a framework that provides clear clinical reasoning for recommendations made in relation to a patient's needs and care pathway.
- Evidence of CPD (Continuing Professional Development).
How to Apply:
To apply for this role, please reply with your updated CV and quote the job reference number: BS/10038/OT1.