Band 6 Occupational Therapist - Community Team

Sanctuary Personnel; Leeds; On-site; GBP 62,000 - 70,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible locum work

Competitive hourly rate

Diverse experience

Professional networking

Work-life balance

Job summary

Sanctuary Personnel in Leeds is seeking a Band 6 Occupational Therapist for a 3-month locum in the Community Team. You will manage a diverse caseload and work with MDT colleagues to support adults with frailty, dementia, MS, and PD.

This flexible locum role offers a competitive rate of £32 per hour and the chance to gain varied clinical experience across community settings while maintaining work-life balance.

Qualifications

• Independently manage a diverse caseload with supervision.
• Ability to conduct comprehensive adult assessments and interventions.
• Experience supporting adults with frailty, dementia, MS, and PD.

Responsibilities

• Independently hold, prioritise, and manage a diverse caseload with the support of supervision.
• Conduct comprehensive assessments and interventions for adults, including frailty, dementia, MS, and PD.
• Engage in hospital discharges, rapid response, and preventative measures for admissions.
• Employ holistic assessment techniques including pressure management, nutrition, and hydration.
• Travel across area hubs, requiring access to own car with business insurance.
• Provide guidance and leadership to the team and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams.

Skills

Caseload management

Holistic assessment

MDT collaboration

Clinical assessments

Job description

JOB-20240905-7a6f785b

Job Title: Band 6 Occupational Therapist - Community Team
Specialism: Community Occupational Therapy
Location: Leeds, UK
Salary: £32 per hour
Type: Locum (3 months)

Kick-start your career with a rewarding role as a Band 6 Occupational Therapist within the Community Team in vibrant Leeds. This locum position offers an excellent hourly rate of £32 for up to 3 months, perfect for those seeking a flexible schedule or a taste of various experiences within occupational therapy.

Perks and benefits:

• Flexible locum work: Enjoy the independence of choosing when and where you work while maintaining a healthy work-life balance.
• Competitive hourly rate: Earn £32 per hour, reflecting your skills and expertise.
• Diverse experience: Gain exposure to a variety of clinical settings and broaden your occupational therapy experience.
• Professional networking: Meet new colleagues and expand your professional network across multidisciplinary teams.
• Work-life balance: Benefit from the flexibility to pursue personal interests and commitments alongside your career.

What you will do:

• Independently hold, prioritise, and manage a diverse caseload with the support of long-arm advice and supervision.
• Conduct comprehensive assessments and interventions for adults, focusing on complex cases including older individuals with frailty, falls, dementia, and neurological conditions such as Multiple Sclerosis (MS) and Parkinson's Disease (PD).
• Engage in hospital discharges, rapid response, and preventative measures for admissions.
• Employ holistic assessment techniques incorporating pressure management, nutrition, and hydration.
• Drive across different hubs in the area, requiring access to your own car with business insurance.
• Provide guidance and leadership to your team, handling complex situations and working collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams.

Leeds is an exciting city that perfectly balances a dynamic urban lifestyle with picturesque countryside scenery. Known for its friendly community and cultural richness, it's an ideal place to grow both personally and professionally. With a wide array of social activities, shopping experiences, and dining options, Leeds ensures there's always something engaging to do when you're off duty. Dive into the local culture and enjoy everything this lively city has to offer while progressing your occupational therapy career!