Occupational Therapist
We are seeking a compassionate and dynamic Occupational Therapist to join our dedicated Therapy team. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in delivering high-quality occupational therapy interventions, working with individuals experiencing a range of mental health challenges. You will be integral in supporting patients on their recovery journey, enabling them to achieve their personal goals and improve their quality of life.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate individual and group therapy interventions tailored to the needs of patients.
2. Develop and deliver personalised treatment plans that promote independence and well-being.
3. Work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team, including psychiatrists, psychologists, nurses, and support staff.
4. Contribute to discharge planning, ensuring continuity of care and effective transition back to the community.
5. Provide education and support to patients and their families, helping them understand and manage their conditions.
6. Maintain accurate and up-to-date clinical records in line with professional standards and regulatory requirements.
7. Manage and coordinate the implementation of individual treatment plans for occupational therapy services ensuring treatments, activities and interventions are delivered through effective application and communication.
8. Receive and respond 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. Maintain accurate and timely records detailing each patient's rehabilitation/progress.
9. Ensure the effective and efficient management of more junior staff.
10. Maintain and develop close working relationships with professional and clinical colleagues within the multi-disciplinary team, ensuring clinical practice is in line with policies and procedures and complies with statutory regulations and quality standards.
11. Lead on implementation of new services within own site, sharing best practice with other sites in the area.
Minimum Requirements:
1. A degree in Occupational Therapy and registration with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC).
2. Previous experience in mental health settings, preferable but not essential.
3. Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to engage and motivate patients.
4. A proactive approach to continuous professional development and willingness to participate in supervision and training.
5. Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
6. Commitment to delivering compassionate, patient-centered care.
In Return for Your Hard Work We're Offering You:
1. A supportive and friendly working environment with opportunities for career development.
2. Comprehensive induction, training, and ongoing professional development.
3. Access to a range of employee benefits, including private healthcare, pension schemes, and wellness initiatives.
4. Opportunities to contribute to service development and innovation within a leading healthcare provider.
5. An environment that encourages ongoing training through internal and external training providers.
6. Free on-site parking.
Please call Rob Murphy if you are interested. (phone number removed)
Eden Brown Synergy is an equal opportunities employer.
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