Main Purpose
To support patients using evidence based and patient centred principles. To assess, plan, implement and evaluate interventions which provide patients with the confidence, skills and coping strategies required to live as independently as possible.
Quality
1. Manages and co-ordinates the implementation of evidence based occupational therapy assessment and treatment interventions ensuring effective application and delivery to a diverse patient group.
2. Receives and responds promptly to referrals undertaking patient assessments to identify and prioritise patient needs before planning and delivering the appropriate and relevant interventions either on an individual or group basis. Maintains accurate and timely records detailing each patient's rehabilitation/progress.
3. Ensures the effective and efficient management of more junior staff.
4. Maintains and develops close working relationships with professional and clinical colleagues within the multi-disciplinary team, ensuring clinical practice is in line with Priory policies and procedures and complies with statutory regulations and quality standards.
5. Contributes to business growth by actively promoting Priory therapy services in line with the local units’ business plan.
6. Maintains effective communication links with patients, relatives, carers, and purchasers throughout the patient’s rehabilitation.
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