Job Title: Occupational Therapist
Grade: Band 6
Trust: Herefordshire and Worcestershire Health Care NHS Trust
Location: Queen Elizabeth House, Queen Elizabeth, Pershore, WR10 1PX
Hours: Monday - Friday 8.00 am - 16.00 pm
About the Trust:
Rated 'Good' in their most recent CQC report, Herefordshire and Worcestershire Health and Care NHS Trust provides a range of services across community hospitals, recovery units and within the wider community. As one of only six Global Digital Exemplars in Mental Health, the Trust is the county's main provider of community nursing, therapy, and mental health services. From the outskirts of Birmingham to the edge of the Cotswolds, with excellent road and rail links, Herefordshire and Worcestershire provide opportunities to experience both city and country life
To be successful in applying for this role you will need:
- Registered with HCPC
- Experience of stroke rehabilitation.
- Experience of community working.
In addition to experience, all Qualified roles will be required to provide evidence of:
- Relevant Qualifications
- Registration with the relevant Registration Body
Role responsibilities:
- Manage a caseload of clients with health needs, often of a complex nature, 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 the Service.
- Deputise for the Team Leader
- Assist in any other duties
Who are NHS Professionals?
If a hospital cannot supply staff on a ward or area, due to increased demand, sickness, or common staff shortages, they need to call upon Bank staff. NHS Professionals works with Trusts to develop a 'Bank' of highly skilled workers who want to work flexibly with the NHS.