Community Occupational Therapist

JustOT; Yate; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking a band 6 Community Occupational Therapist for a locum role in Somerset. The position involves working closely with various teams to provide rehabilitation therapy to patients based in care homes. Applicants must hold an HCPC registration and a degree in Occupational Therapy, with effective communication and time management skills essential for success. A competitive pay rate and additional benefits such as travel assistance, free training, and weekly pay are offered.

Benefits

Assistance with travel and accommodation

Access to free online training

Weekly pay that is always on time

Exclusive NHS and private sector jobs

No registration fee

Qualifications

• HCPC registration required.
• Experience in a rehabilitation setting necessary.
• Full driving license and access to a car for work are needed.

Responsibilities

• Work as part of the Somerset Community Therapy Team.
• Provide in-reach therapy to patients in Pathway 2 and Pathway 3.
• Perform holistic assessments to ensure proper placements.

Skills

Effective communication skills

Effective time management

Caseload management skills

Working knowledge of clinical outcomes measures

Clinical audit

Education

BSC or equivalent in Occupational Therapy

Job description

JustOT are looking to recruit a band 6 Community Occupational Therapist for a locum position with our client in Somerset.

The pay for this position is £20-£23 per hour, and we are looking for someone who can start as soon as possible for an ongoing duration.

Job Description:
Band 6 Occupational Therapist - To work as part of the Somerset Community Therapy Team providing in reach therapy to patients in Pathway 2 and Pathway 3. These patients are temporarily placed in care homes across the county for the duration of their rehab / assessment. The team work close with all partners, including the care home team, social care, primary care, mental health and CHC, to provide rehabilitation to Pathway 2 patients and support assessment for pathway 3 patients to facilitate discharge to the patient's original place of residence following a Home First ethos. Where this is not possible a holistic assessment will take place to ensure the appropriate onward placement is agreed with the patient and their family.

Job Requirements:
* BSC or equivalent in Occupational Therapy
* HCPC registration
* Effective communication skills
* Effective time management & caseload management skills
* Working knowledge of clinical outcomes measures & clinical audit
* Experience of working in a rehabilitation setting
* Full driving license & access to car in work time (with business use car insurance)

Successful candidates must hold a degree in occupational therapy and be HCPC registered.

When you work with JustOT, you will have access to a range of benefits that will support you in your role. Our dedicated one-to-one service ensures that you have the support you need to thrive in your role. Our fast-track registration process allows you to start your new role as soon as possible. The excellent rates of pay, and assistance with travel and accommodation are designed to make your transition as smooth as possible.

We also offer weekly pay that is always on time, and access to exclusive NHS and private sector jobs. There is no registration fee, and you will have access to free online training and nationwide occupational therapy job opportunities.

If you are not available for this position, we encourage you to refer a friend and take advantage of our £250 referral bonus. T&C's apply.

If you're interested in working as a locum with JustOT, apply now!