An exciting opportunity has arisen within the in patient therapy team at QEQM! We are looking for a band 6 Occupational Therapist with a passion for working in Trauma and Orthopaedics. This is a permanent post and working part time (18.75 hours / week).
You will work as part of a multidisciplinary team across the Trauma and Orthopaedic wards and will be part of a team consisting of band 7 OTs and Physios, band 6 OTs and Physios, band 5s, 4s and 3s.
We offer vast opportunities for CPD and learning across the Trauma and Orthopaedic Team and also regular supervision. Upon joining us we will support you with your progression (and can also offer a developmental post from a band 5 to a 6) both clinically and with leadership skills.
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Responsibilities include:
1. Assessment, diagnosis, treatment and evaluation of holistic therapy intervention for patients on the Trauma and Orthopaedic wards.
2. Being an integral part in the treatment and rehabilitation of patients within Orthopaedics and working closely with the physiotherapists.
3. Working independently and delegating appropriately to band 4 assistant practitioners.
4. Contributing to the development of the service and supporting staff through the appraisal process.
5. Accessing supervision and appraisals to develop your clinical and management skills.
6. Developing leadership skills through various training programs.
We strive to embed the "we care" values into every day working practice ensuring that everyone who passes through the unit has an individualised program of care.
For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Justine Judge Job title: Clinical Specialist Occupational Therapist in T&O Email address: justinejudge1@nhs.net Telephone number: 07974 584241
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