NHS Paediatrics Occupational Therapist
| Posting date: | 26 April 2024 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £35,392 to £42,618 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 26 May 2024 |
| Location: | PO30 |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Sanctuary Personnel |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 211806-430331 |
Summary
Job Title: Band 6 Paediatrics Occupational Therapist
Location: Isle of Wight
Type: Permanent
Salary: £35,392 - £42,618 per annum (competitive)
Sanctuary Personnel is currently looking for a Specialist Occupational Therapist to join a reputable healthcare provider in Isle of Wight. As a Specialist Occupational Therapist, you will play a crucial role in enhancing health and well-being by facilitating participation in meaningful activities. Your responsibilities will include managing a defined caseload, supervising Occupational Therapy students, providing leadership for junior staff, and contributing to the development of the Occupational Therapy Service.
Key Responsibilities:
Communication and Relationships:
• Demonstrate effective communication skills with users, carers, team members, and other agencies.
• Form professional relationships with service users, respecting their views, autonomy, and culture.
• Work as part of the multidisciplinary team to participate in care program discussions and decisions.
Analysis and Judgement:
• Utilise analysis and judgement skills for risk assessment, prioritisation, and decision making.
• Reflect on ethical issues and provide guidance to junior team members as necessary.
Planning and Organising:
• Exercise good time management and coordinate day-to-day activities.
• Plan and organise complex activities and programmes, adjusting as needed.
Patient and Client Care:
• Assess and implement Occupational Therapy interventions to empower patients and promote independence.
• Work with service users to identify therapy goals and evaluate progress regularly.
Service and Policy Development:
• Participate in planning, evaluation, and implementation of practice, clinical pathways, and protocols.
• Contribute to the Occupational Therapy Service development plan and clinical governance arrangements.
Managing Financial Resources:
• Ensure responsible maintenance of stock and safe use of equipment.
• Exercise good personal time management and attendance.
People Management and Development:
• Review own practice through professional supervision and appraisal.
• Coordinate activities of junior staff and provide supervision and appraisal as delegated.
Information System Use and Management:
• Maintain up-to-date records and activity data in accordance with standards.
• Utilise relevant information systems for documentation and reporting.
Involvement in Surveys and Research:
• Critically evaluate research findings and apply them to practice.
• Participate in local audit and research projects to broaden skills.
Freedom to Act and Autonomy:
• Be accountable for professional actions and adhere to ethical standards.
• Work autonomously as required, seeking advice when necessary.
Key Skills Required:
• Diploma/degree in Occupational Therapy and HCPC registration.
• Post-registration experience relevant to specialty.
• Continued professional development and understanding of best practices.
• Ability to effectively manage workload and priorities.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated commitment and integration of lifelong learning into own practice.
• Demonstrated ability to perform role in a flexible manner.
• Demonstrated commitment to client centred, non-discriminatory practice.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively lead and participate in group work.
• Demonstrated ability to supervise junior staff and students.
• Demonstrated ability to work across sites.
If you're a dedicated Specialist Occupational Therapist looking to make a positive impact in a dynamic healthcare environment, apply now through Sanctuary Personnel!