The Role
There is an excellent opportunity for a Band 5 occupational therapist with an interest in working in a physical setting to join our team and work as a member of staff on our comprehensive rotation programme within NHS Lanarkshire Occupational Therapy services in both acute and community settings.
We tailor our rotational opportunities to meet you career development needs, with opportunities to gain experience in a number of acute and community rotations across both North and South Lanarkshire Health and Social Care Partnerships including:
1. Surgical
2. Care of the Elderly
3. Medical
4. A&E/ acute medical receiving
5. Trauma & Elective Orthopaedics
6. Acute Stroke
7. Community Stroke and Neurological Rehabilitation Team
8. Community Rehabilitation Teams
9. Brain Injury
10. Rheumatology
11. Vascular
12. Hand Therapy
We are looking for individuals who will provide occupational therapy assessment, treatment, discharge planning and onward referral, facilitating high quality treatment with the interdisciplinary team working in partnership with all agencies providing care and support for diverse patient groups.
This is an ideal position for an Occupational Therapist wishing to gain experience in a variety of clinical areas. As a Band 5 OT, you be fully supported by senior staff. You will be offered a variety of learning opportunities and be fully involved in the development of the service within your team as well as supporting change and development across the wider OT services across Lanarkshire.
In line with the evidence base and the strategic direction of NHS Lanarkshire, we are moving towards 7 day working. This is for improved patient outcomes and to maximise a person-centred equitable approach to care. Therefore, all new contracts will be for a 5 out of 7 days service rota to enable the service to move to a safe and effective 7 day service.
You can expect to be fully supported through our established system of supervision and personal development planning. We are fully committed to MDT working, clinical governance, CPD and evidence based practice. We fully support undergraduate OT training programmes and regularly accept students on practice placements.
As community rotations are included, applicants must hold a valid UK driving license and have access to a car
NHS Lanarkshire
Have you always wanted to work with NHS Lanarkshire? Then this might be the opportunity for you to join Team Lanarkshire!
Here at NHS Lanarkshire, we put the patient at the heart of everything we do. Each colleague within the organisation plays a key role in how we deliver our healthcare services.
We proudly serve a population of 655,000 across rural and urban communities in both North and South Lanarkshire. NHS Lanarkshire is comprised of Acute Services (which currently provide hospital based services over 3 main sites), Corporate & Property & Support Services, North and South Lanarkshire Health and Social Care Partnerships which provide integrated primary healthcare and social care services to local communities and surrounding areas.
What we'll need you to bring
13. Degree in Occupational Therapy
14. Registered Occupational Therapist with valid HCPC Registration
15. Knowledge of application of the theory underpinning OT practice
16. The post holder will be required to demonstrate excellent team working skills with the ability to work using own initiative
17. Effective listening, communication and interpersonal skills
18. Ability to work with people and as part of a multidisciplinary team
19. Excellent time management skills
20. Working knowledge of basic information technology
21. A full, valid UK/EU/EEA licence
Please note for all vacancies where a driving licence is required this must be a full UK/EU/EEA licence.
It would be great if you also have
22. OT Practice Education course
23. Further Education and CPD in relation to the post including relevant projects and research studies
24. Knowledge of application of the theory underpinning OT practice
25. Basic knowledge of legislation, policy and procedures which impact on practice
Contract type
Permanent
Full time
37 hours
Location and Working Pattern
This role will be based in North Stroke & Neuro Rehab Team within Coathill Hospital
The working pattern for this role will be confirmed by the hiring manager
Whilst this advertisement may be for a specific post(s) in a particular location, applicants who are shortlisted for interview may be considered for similar vacancies in alternative locations.
Looking to find out more?
If you’re looking to find out more, then we would love to hear from you!
Why NHS Lanarkshire?
Join us and you will discover a supportive environment where you will have the chance to add to your skills and further your career.
Some of NHS Lanarkshire’s benefits include:
26. A minimum of 27 days annual leave increasing with length of service
27. A minimum of 8 days of public holidays
28. Membership of NHS Pension Scheme, with life insurance benefits (for more information on the NHS Pension Scheme visit the )
29. Paid sick leave increasing with length of service
30. Occupational health services
31. Employee counselling services
32. Work-life Balance policies and procedures
NHS Lanarkshire have a range of support services on topics that can impact both on your working and personal life including occupational health, spiritual care and independent counselling. This support can be accessed using the links on this page.
Further Information
For more information on the role, please refer to the Job Description. If you’re looking for more information on the recruitment process, organisation or the services we provide, please refer to our information pack, or our .