Highly Specialised Occupational Therapist

Central London Community Healthcare NHS Trust; London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider is seeking a Highly Specialised Occupational Therapist to join their multidisciplinary team in Merton. This role focuses on supporting adults with complex health needs to enhance their independence and wellbeing. You will be responsible for delivering evidence-based therapy, supervising junior staff, and contributing to service development. This position offers a supportive work environment with opportunities for professional growth and flexible working options. If you are passionate about making a difference in patients' lives and thrive in a collaborative setting, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Comprehensive induction

Car lease scheme

Flexible working options

Annual travel card loan

Training and career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in providing specialist occupational therapy services.
• Ability to lead and supervise junior staff effectively.

Responsibilities

• Provide highly specialist occupational therapy assessments and interventions.
• Support and supervise junior staff in their professional development.
• Participate in service development and management activities.

Skills

Occupational Therapy

Patient Assessment

Clinical Leadership

Evidence-based Interventions

Team Collaboration

Education

Degree in Occupational Therapy

Job description

Highly Specialised Occupational Therapist

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Merton Domiciliary Therapies and Merton Holistic Assessment and Rapid Intervention Team are multidisciplinary teams providing high-quality rehabilitation to the Merton population.

The post holder will support adults living with frailty and complex health needs to optimise their independence, health, and wellbeing, and prevent hospital admissions or premature moves to care homes. We are committed to the assessment and rehabilitation of patients living within the Merton community.

The post holder plays a key role within the team, working with patients, service users, and their carers to provide highly specialist occupational therapy assessment and treatment plans to help individuals maintain or regain mobility, independence, and wellbeing at home. This includes setting goals and reviewing outcomes to reduce the need for long-term support.

The post holder will provide local clinical leadership and advice for occupational therapists and the multidisciplinary team in domiciliary therapies. They will also be responsible for the education and supervision of junior occupational therapy staff, rehabilitation assistants, and OT students.

We foster a supportive culture that promotes mutual respect. The post holder will contribute to further developing and maintaining this culture.

Note: Previous applicants need not apply.

Responsibilities include:

1. Providing a highly specialist occupational therapy service as part of a multidisciplinary team, to patients in their homes and clinic settings.
2. Delivering clinically effective, person-centred, and evidence-based occupational therapy assessments and interventions for patients with complex physical health needs.
3. Assisting the Clinical Lead in planning and delivering occupational therapy services, complying with RCOT standards.
4. Supporting and supervising junior staff.
5. Participating in service development, management, research, and project responsibilities.
6. Providing training on occupational therapy interventions to staff.
7. Adhering to the College of Occupational Therapists Code of Ethics and Professional Conduct.
8. Leading the service in the absence of the Clinical Lead.
9. Leading clinical triage alongside other senior therapists and the Clinical Lead.
10. Managing standard operating procedures related to policies and processes.
11. Travelling to multiple sites as required.

Learn more about working and living in South West London here: https://clch.nhs.uk/job/working-clch/clch-southwestlondon#!/select_sector

We care about your well-being as much as our patients'.

What we offer:

• A comprehensive induction into community services, including local induction for the role.
• Car lease scheme (available for Band 5 and above).
• Flexible working options.
• Annual travel card loan.
• Training, support, and career development opportunities.

For more benefits and information about working with us, visit: https://www.clch.nhs.uk/job/pay-and-benefits

For further details or informal visits, contact:

• Name: Nidhi Jangra
• Job Title: Clinical Lead, Domiciliary and HARI Therapies
• Email: [e-mail]
• Phone: [phone]