Band 6 Occupational Therapist : Palliative Care
(Minimum 6 months NHS experience is mandatory)
Band: Band 6
Job Title: Palliative Care Occupational Therapist
Location: Morriston Hospital, Swansea Bay NHS Trust
Pay Rate: GBP22 : GBP24 per hour
Pay Mechanism: Direct Engagement
Contract Duration: 13/03/2025 : 30/04/2025
About the Trust
Swansea Bay NHS Trust provides excellent healthcare services across South West Wales. Known for its patient:centered care, the Trust offers a wide range of services and is committed to innovation in health and social care, particularly through its major hospitals, including Morriston Hospital.
Job Overview
We are seeking a dedicated Palliative Care Occupational Therapist to join the palliative care service at Morriston Hospital, Ty Olwen. This role involves a mix of ward:based and community rehabilitation work. Ideal candidates will have experience in rehabilitation, hoisting, and manual handling, particularly in neuro or palliative care settings.
Key Responsibilities
* Provide high:quality occupational therapy within the palliative care service.
* Deliver both ward:based care and community rehabilitation for palliative patients.
* Assess and develop personalized care plans to enhance the quality of life for patients with life:limiting conditions.
* Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to deliver holistic care.
* Offer support with hoisting, manual handling, and rehabilitation as needed.
Key Requirements
* HCPC registration as an Occupational Therapist.
* Experience in neuro or palliative care is desirable.
* Proficiency in rehabilitation, hoisting, and manual handling techniques.
* Strong communication skills and ability to work within a multidisciplinary team.
How
Please send your updated CV or Apply at 121 for further information, quoting job reference number BS/10479/OT2.