245438 Occupational Therapist (KA)
Job Description
Overview
NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.
We will fully support disabled candidates, and candidates with long-term conditions or who are neurodivergent by making reasonable adjustments to our recruitment policy and practices.
To work in the United Kingdom, there is a legal requirement to demonstrate that you have the relevant permission to work. This permission is granted by the UK Visas and Immigration Service. Further information on what NHS Scotland Boards are required to do and what your responsibilities include can be found in the vacancy information.
Responsibilities
- To provide a comprehensive service of assessment, diagnosis, treatment/appropriate management, onward referral and discharge to a diverse range of patients referred to the service.
- To supervise and support Occupational Therapy assistants, clinical support workers, and students.
Requirements
- Post holder must have a PVG Scheme membership/record for the relevant regulatory group (e.g., child and/or adult). If not currently a PVG member for the required group, an application to Disclosure Scotland must be made and deemed satisfactory before commencing in post.
