Advanced Occupational Therapist - Hybrid Hospital Hub

Southglos; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A local authority in the UK is seeking an Advanced Occupational Therapist to enhance service user independence post-hospital admission. You will be responsible for conducting assessments and developing tailored plans in collaboration with hospital staff and service users. The role requires a professional qualification and a minimum of two years' experience in occupational therapy. As this is a hybrid position, you will be expected to travel throughout the area and ensure the delivery of high-quality care while managing a caseload effectively. A commitment to continuous professional development is essential.

Benefits

Generous annual leave

Employee wellbeing support

Staff discounts on various services

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years post qualification experience required.
• Up to date knowledge of relevant social services legislation essential.
• Ability to manage complex cases and apply assessment skills in practice.

Responsibilities

• Complete occupational therapy assessments with service users.
• Develop and maintain close working relationships with service users.
• Carry out manual handling risk assessments and develop tailored plans.

Skills

Occupational therapy services

Ability to work under pressure

Management of complex cases

Education

Professional occupational therapy qualification (Dip COT, BSc)

Job description

A local authority in the UK is seeking an Advanced Occupational Therapist to enhance service user independence post-hospital admission. You will be responsible for conducting assessments and developing tailored plans in collaboration with hospital staff and service users. The role requires a professional qualification and a minimum of two years' experience in occupational therapy. As this is a hybrid position, you will be expected to travel throughout the area and ensure the delivery of high-quality care while managing a caseload effectively. A commitment to continuous professional development is essential.