Experienced Occupational Therapist

Hywel Dda University Health Board; Llanelli; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional healthcare provider in Llanelli is looking for a motivated Occupational Therapist to join their multidisciplinary team. This role focuses on delivering holistic care to older adults, ensuring their independence while maintaining functional skills. The ideal candidate will be an enthusiastic team player keen on developing best practices in Older Adult Mental Health.

Qualifications

• Experience in Older Adult Mental Health or related field.
• Ability to work within a multidisciplinary team.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Deliver holistic, client-centred care focusing on independence.
• Support effective and safe discharge planning.
• Develop positive relationships with healthcare professionals.

Skills

Client-centred care

Holistic assessment

Team collaboration

Communication skills

Knowledge of Dementia Standards

Job description

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a motivated and enthusiastic Occupational Therapist to join the multidisciplinary team at Bryngolau Ward, Prince Philip Hospital, Llanelli. This is a 30-hour post within Older Adult Mental Health, providing an excellent opportunity to develop and enhance your clinical skills within the OT framework.

The successful candidate will play a key role in delivering holistic, client-centred care, focusing on promoting independence and maintaining functional skills. You will work collaboratively within the multidisciplinary team to support effective and safe discharge planning for patients.

The position offers a chance to make a meaningful difference in the lives of older adults while advancing your professional expertise in a supportive and dynamic environment.

The post offers an excellent opportunity to work in a dynamic multidisciplinary team. You will have a specific interest in Older Adult Mental Health and demonstrate enthusiasm for the role. You will be keen to develop best practice in compliance with Dementia Standards and A Healthier Wales.

The post holder will be required to develop positive relationships with all healthcare professionals, statutory and voluntary agencies, maintaining good communication across all areas.

The post holder will be responsible for the assessment, planning, and intervention of clients experiencing cognitive loss. You will have a varied caseload, including younger onset dementia sufferers and people living with functional mental health issues.

There will be opportunities to develop group work skills and deliver evidence-based interventions such as Recovery Through Activity.

The ability to speak Welsh is desirable; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.

Hywel Dda University Health Board plans and provides NHS healthcare services for people in Carmarthenshire, Ceredigion, Pembrokeshire, and bordering counties. We have over 13,000 staff providing services across primary, community, hospital, mental health, and learning disabilities sectors.

Our services are provided in:

1. Four main hospitals: Bronglais Hospital in Aberystwyth; Glangwili Hospital in Carmarthen; Prince Philip Hospital in Llanelli; and Withybush Hospital in Haverfordwest.
2. Five community hospitals: Amman Valley and Llandovery hospitals in Carmarthenshire; Tregaron Hospital in Ceredigion; and Tenby and South Pembrokeshire hospitals in Pembrokeshire.
3. Two integrated care centres: Aberaeron and Cardigan in Ceredigion, and several other community settings.
4. Forty-seven general practices (including six health board-managed practices), dental practices (including four orthodontic), 97 community pharmacies, 43 general ophthalmic practices, and eight ophthalmic domiciliary providers.
5. Numerous mental health and learning disabilities services.