Inpatient Band 6 Specialist Occupational Therapist

Transformation Unit; Knowsley; Remote; GBP 40,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Mersey Care NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a Band 6 Specialist Occupational Therapist for the inpatient acute service at Knowsley. The post involves holistic assessments, goal setting, and intervention within a multi-disciplinary team in Rydal Ward, Knowsley Resource and Recovery Centre, Whiston Hospital.

The role requires autonomous practice, leadership for junior staff, and contribution to care pathways and discharge planning. Flexible working options may be considered.

Qualifications

• Ability to utilise assessment skills and tools effectively
• Ability to communicate in a variety of settings
• Ability to formulate relevant reports
• Delegation and coordination

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload autonomously using evidence-based, patient-centred principles.
• Follow the inpatient OT pathway and conduct timely assessments.
• Assist in discharge planning to enable timely and safe discharge.
• Provide professional supervision and development for OT staff.
• Maintain accurate client records and outcome measures.
• Contribute to the development and implementation of service pathways.

Skills

Assessment skills

Communication

Teamwork

Leadership

Education

HCPC registration

Job description

Mersey Care NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a Band 6 Specialist Occupational Therapist for the inpatient acute service at Knowsley. The post involves holistic assessments, goal setting, and intervention within a multi-disciplinary team in Rydal Ward, Knowsley Resource and Recovery Centre, Whiston Hospital.

The role requires autonomous practice, leadership for junior staff, and contribution to care pathways and discharge planning. Flexible working options may be considered.