Are you an Occupational Therapist seeking a new challenge? Do you have previous experience supporting Adults?
Service Care Solutions are working with Worcestershire Acute Hospitals NHS Trust to recruit a Band 7 Occupational Therapist to support an early intervention and acute rehabilitation team at Alexandra Hospital.
The contract duration is for 6 months with the likelihood of extension. This is a full-time placement with 37.5 hours available. Part-time applications of 3 Days or more will also be considered.
Position: Band 7 Occupational Therapist
Location: Alexandra Hospital, Worcestershire
Hours: Mon - Fri, 8.30-4.30 or 8.00-4.00
Contract Duration: ASAP for 6 months (flexible)
Key Responsibilities :
- Clinical Practice:
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Deliver high-quality, patient-centred occupational therapy services within an acute NHS hospital setting.
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Conduct comprehensive assessments for patients with a variety of medical conditions, with a particular focus on those with cognitive difficulties and frail elderly patients.
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Develop and implement individualised treatment plans aimed at early intervention and acute rehabilitation, facilitating optimal recovery and discharge outcomes.
- Multidisciplinary Team Collaboration:
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Work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team, contributing to team meetings, case discussions, and joint care planning.
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Communicate clearly and effectively with patients, families, and other healthcare professionals to ensure a coordinated approach to patient care.
- Leadership and Supervision:
- Lead and manage a team of occupational therapists and support staff, ensuring high standards of clinical practice and service delivery.
- Service Development:
- Contribute to the development and implementation of service improvements and initiatives within the department.
- Fast Track Discharge:
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Manage the occupational therapy input for patients on fast track discharge pathways, ensuring timely and safe discharge plans are in place.
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Liaise with community services and external agencies to coordinate seamless transitions from hospital to home or other care settings.
- Documentation and Compliance:
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records in accordance with NHS policies and professional standards.
Requirements
- Occupational Therapy qualification
- HCPC Registration
- Experience working with older adults
Benefits
- £250 training allowance
- Specialists mental health consultants offering single point of contact
- Frequent notifications for upcoming opportunities via text and email
- Ltd & PAYE payment options available
- Nationwide provider of mental health staff to over 40 different NHS trusts offering mental health services and over 200 local authorities.
- FREE DBS disclosures provided via fast track online services
- FREE Occupational Health Check and Immunisations
Are you happy with your current agency?
- £150 Agency Switch Bonus
- £250 Welcome Bonus
- Up to £750 Referral Bonus