Locum Community Occupational Therapist

Location: Midlands

Pay rates: £22 - £24 per hour

Contract Type: Temporary

Pay Mechanism: Direct Pay Mechanism

About Client:

Our client trust provides a range of mental health, learning disability, and community health services across the Midlands. It offers care for adults, children, and families, with a focus on improving mental health and well-being. They operate with a commitment to delivering high-quality, compassionate care to support the diverse needs of their communities.

About the Role:

We are excited to offer an exceptional opportunity for a motivated and enthusiastic HCPC Registered Occupational Therapist to join our Stone Rehabilitation Team. This role involves working autonomously while being part of a multidisciplinary team to provide community rehabilitation services to housebound adults with various physical conditions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct comprehensive assessments using verbal, non-verbal, and skilled physical techniques.
• Develop and agree on therapeutic goals and treatment plans with patients and carers.
• Manage a caseload autonomously, prioritizing clinical needs and resources efficiently.
• Delegate, supervise, and adjust treatment plans for Rehabilitation Technicians.
• Collaborate with team members and promote integration with the local neighborhood team.
• Utilize various occupational therapy techniques for adaptive and restorative purposes.
• Maintain accurate patient records and contribute to clinical audits and service development.

Requirements:

• Qualifications: BSc in Occupational Therapy, HCPC Registration
• Experience: At least 2 years in NHS setup; Broad experience in neurology, orthopedics, musculoskeletal, and elderly care. Experience working independently and in multidisciplinary teams.
• Skills:
  • Knowledge of occupational therapy practices for conditions such as Parkinson's, MS, falls, and cancer.
  • Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
  • Proficient in IT and Microsoft Office.
  • Capable of effective time and resource management and traveling across a large area.

Desirable:

• 2 years post-qualification NHS experience.
• Further clinical study relevant to long-term conditions.