SP250933 – Specialist Occupational Therapist
Job Description
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced, motivated and enthusiastic Band 6 Specialist Occupational Therapist to join our OT team within the in patient Stroke Rehabilitation service at Woodend Hospital. This post will involve the assessment and ongoing rehabilitation of patients who have been referred to this specialist in patient area, with flexibility to support services within SOARS and community rehabilitation. Joint working alongside a specialist multi disciplinary team, supervision of junior staff, healthcare support workers and students within the OT team, and ongoing service development and improvement are integral parts of this job.
Responsibilities
- Assess and provide ongoing rehabilitation to stroke patients referred to the specialist in patient area.
- Support services within SOARS and community rehabilitation.
- Supervise junior staff, healthcare support workers and students within the OT team.
- Contribute to service development and improvement initiatives.
Qualifications
- Band 6 specialist occupational therapist with considerable experience in hospital and community settings.
- Specific experience and training in stroke assessment and/or rehabilitation.
- Registered with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC).
- Full UK driver’s licence and access to a car for work purposes.
Working Conditions
- May require weekend working and public holiday working to meet service needs.
- Opportunities for continued professional development and supervision are provided.
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. To this end, NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.
