Are you an Occupational Therapist seeking a new challenge? Do you have previous experience supporting Adults?
Service Care Solutions are working with Chesterfield Royal Hospital NHS Foundation Trust to recruit a Band 7 Occupational Therapist to support a Stroke - acute and rehabilitation unit at Chesterfield Royal Hospital.
The contract duration is for 4 months with the likelihood of extension. This is a full-time placement with 37.5 hours available. Part-time applications of 3 Days or more will also be considered.
Key Responsibilities
1. Patient Care and Rehabilitation:
o Provide occupational therapy for post-stroke patients in acute and rehab settings.
o Conduct assessments and implement treatment plans to enhance independence and quality of life.
o Collaborate with patients, families, and carers on goals and daily activity support.
2. Multidisciplinary Team Collaboration:
o Work with the MDT, including Stroke OTs, for holistic patient care.
o Participate in MDT meetings to discuss progress and coordinate care.
o Liaise with the wider MDT for daily management support.
3. Discharge Planning:
o Lead discharge planning for safe patient transitions.
o Develop and implement plans for therapy, equipment, and community support.
4. Clinical Documentation:
o Use Systm1 for accurate clinical documentation.
o Maintain patient confidentiality and adhere to data protection guidelines.
5. Professional Development:
o Participate in induction and ongoing hospital training.
o Engage in continuous professional development.
6. Prioritisation and Time Management:
o Manage a diverse caseload effectively.
o Adapt to changing clinical demands to ensure timely service delivery.
7. Quality Improvement:
o Contribute to best practices in stroke care.
Requirements
* Occupational Therapy qualification
* HCPC Registration
* Experience working with stroke patients
Benefits
* Four weekly payroll runs
* £250 training allowance
* Specialists mental health consultants offering single point of contact
* Frequent notifications for upcoming opportunities via text and email
* Ltd & PAYE payment options available
* Nationwide provider of mental health staff to over 40 different NHS trusts offering mental health services and over 200 local authorities.
* FREE DBS disclosures provided via fast track online services
* FREE Occupational Health Check and Immunisations
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