Clinical Specialist OT - Cardio-Respiratory & Surgery

NHS; Gorleston-on-Sea; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Gorleston-on-Sea is seeking a Clinical Specialist Occupational Therapist for the Cardio-Respiratory and Surgery Therapy Team. The successful candidate will manage a diverse caseload of patients and provide advanced assessments and interventions. You will collaborate closely with multidisciplinary teams and participate in service improvement projects. Candidates should have a recognized qualification in Occupational Therapy and experience at the Band 6 level or above. Excellent communication and leadership skills are essential.

Benefits

Structured supervision and appraisal system

CPD funding for training courses

Peer support group for Band 6 staff

Qualifications

• Evidence of experience working as an autonomous practitioner at Band 6 level.
• Experience in managing patients with complex conditions including respiratory and cardiac.
• Evidence of reflective learning and understanding of clinical governance.

Responsibilities

• Act as a Clinical Specialist Occupational Therapist in the CRS Therapy Team.
• Responsible for advanced assessments and individualized treatment plans.
• Provide specialist advice and teaching to multidisciplinary team members.

Skills

Leadership skills

Advanced communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Time management

Team building

Clinical reasoning

Education

Diploma/Degree/MSc in Occupational Therapy

Current Health and Care Professions Council registration

Job description

A leading healthcare provider in Gorleston-on-Sea is seeking a Clinical Specialist Occupational Therapist for the Cardio-Respiratory and Surgery Therapy Team. The successful candidate will manage a diverse caseload of patients and provide advanced assessments and interventions. You will collaborate closely with multidisciplinary teams and participate in service improvement projects. Candidates should have a recognized qualification in Occupational Therapy and experience at the Band 6 level or above. Excellent communication and leadership skills are essential.