CLCH Hertfordshire Adult Community Services - CLCH NHS Trust provides a range of Community Services, and the Hertfordshire Division is recruiting Band 6 Occupational Therapist working on the Inpatient Rehabilitation Wards at Potters Bar Community Hospital, working as part of the multi-disciplinary team to provide comprehensive assessment, treatment and discharge planning to patients with a variety of conditions. CLINICAL DUTIES To assess the functional needs of patients providing intervention plans based on protocols and pathways To complete OT specific assessments To independently manage a delegated caseload To carry out and record comprehensive assessments To prescribe and monitor equipment, adaptations and assistive technology to improve or maintain independence. To manage clients across their care pathway from hospital to home by referring to and liaising with appropriate services. To participate in clinical audit To maintain concise and accurate reports To participate in seven day working. COMMUNICATION To maintain communication links with other disciplines and agencies To communicate effectively with patients and carers MANAGEMENT AND LEADERSHIP To professionally support and supervise junior members To deputise for the therapy team leader in their absence, taking the lead on the OT caseload. PROFESSIONALISM To maintain professional standards of practice at all times. To maintain confidentiality of any information received as a part of your duties. TEACHING AND TRAINING To attend and contribute to the in-service training lectures and external courses relevant to the clinical areas. To undertake the supervision of OT Students on placement. To participate in regular supervision with the Clinical Specialist OT Just as we care about our patients’ wellbeing, we care about yours We Can Offer You A comprehensive induction into the community service followed by a local induction to introduce you to the role Car lease scheme T&C’s apply Flexible working options Annual travel card loan Training, support and development in your career To have a full look at our benefits and what it’s like working for us please go here: https://www.clch.nhs.uk/job/pay-and-benefits For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Louise White/Emma Frost Job title: Team Lead Occupational Therapist Email address: e.frostnhs.net Telephone number: 01707 621155