Band 6/7- Occupational Therapist – Weston-Super-Mare

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Job summary

An exciting opportunity exists for a Band 6/7 Occupational Therapist within NHS in Weston-Super-Mare, Somerset. The role involves providing rehabilitation services, assessing and creating individual treatment plans, and collaborating with healthcare teams. This position is ideal for dedicated professionals ready to make a meaningful impact in patient care.

Benefits

£300 referral bonus for recommending friends

Qualifications

• Registered with HCPC as an Occupational Therapist.
• Experience in rehabilitation and recovery settings required.
• Desirable: specific area of practice experience (e.g., mental health, pediatrics).

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality occupational therapy services focusing on rehabilitation.
• Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate treatment programs for various conditions.
• Collaborate with healthcare professionals for integrated care.

Skills

Assessment skills

Treatment planning skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Group work

Program planning

Education

Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) registered

Job description

Job Title:Occupational Therapist
Band: 6/7
Location: Weston-Super-Mare, Somerset
Working Hours:37.5 hours
Rate:Competitive, to be discussed upon application

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Band 6/7Occupational Therapist to join our NHS dynamic team in Weston-Super-Mare, Somerset .This position is available for an immediate start on a short-term contract, offering competitive rates.

Key Responsibilities:

In this role, you will provide high-quality occupational therapy services to patients, focusing on rehabilitation and recovery. You will assess, plan, implement, and evaluate treatment programs for individuals with a variety of conditions, including physical, mental, and developmental disorders. Your responsibilities will include conducting assessments, developing individualised treatment plans, providing therapeutic interventions, and collaborating with other healthcare professionals to ensure integrated care. You will also engage in service evaluation, audit, and research to enhance the quality of care provided.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Registered with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) as an Occupational Therapist.
• Experience in rehabilitation and recovery settings.
• Strong assessment and treatment planning skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively within a multi-disciplinary team.
• Experience in a specific area of practice (e.g., mental health, pediatrics, geriatrics) is desirable.
• Skills in group work and program planning are desirable.
• Experience in service evaluation and research is desirable.

How to Apply:

If you are a dedicated Occupational Therapist looking to advance your career and make a meaningful impact, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your CV below to apply.
If you are registered with Pulse and recommend a friend to us, you can earn £300 per recommendation, once they have worked over 200 hours*.

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