ES22 25760 225519 Occupational Therapist

NHS National Services Scotland; Golspie; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading health service provider in Scotland is seeking a motivated Occupational Therapist to join their Community Mental Health service. The role involves providing care and support to patients in Sutherland, requiring a BSc in Occupational Therapy and relevant experience. A valid driving license is essential for this full-time, permanent position offering 37 hours a week.

Qualifications

• Must be registered with the Health Professions Council.
• Experience in a community mental health service.
• Access to own vehicle for work purposes.

Responsibilities

• Provide Mental Health occupational therapy care to patients.
• Support patients in their own homes and community settings.

Skills

Mental Health experience

Patient care

Team collaboration

Education

BSc in Occupational Therapy

Tools

Driving License

Job description

Overview

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. NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.

Are you interested in being part of the Sutherland Integrated Health and Social Care Team?

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a motivated and enthusiastic individual who wishes to join our Community Mental Health service within the Integrated Team. You must have a BSc in Occupational Therapy and relevant post graduate therapy experience in Mental Health and be registered with the Health Professions Council.

You will provide Mental Health occupational therapy care and support to patients in their own homes and other community settings across Sutherland with a caseload that covers generic adult mental health.

A full UK manual driving licence is essential and whilst a pool car may be available, applicants should have access to their own vehicle for work purposes, if required.

This is a full-time permanent post of 37 hours per week, to be worked in accordance with service requirements and in agreement with line management.

Informal enquiries will be welcomed by Heather Taylor, Integrated Team Manager, East Sutherland, Tel:[phone]/email: [e-mail]

Recruitment team can be contacted by e-mailing [e-mail]

Please quote Jobtrain reference 225519 on all correspondence

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