Locum Community OT: Equipment & Adaptations

Sanctuary Personnel; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 41,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Locum flexibility

Diverse work settings

Competitive pay

Job summary

HealthJobs Ltd in Sheffield is seeking an Occupational Therapist to join the Equipment & Adaptations Team on a locum, full-time basis.

The role offers an hourly rate of up to £37.00, with opportunities to work across diverse settings in Sheffield and surrounding areas. You will perform home visits, assessments, and equipment adaptations, contributing to housing initiatives and multidisciplinary collaboration.

Qualifications

• BSc Occupational Therapy or Diploma in Occupational Therapy.
• HCPC registration.
• Experience in community or Local Authority Occupational Therapy.
• Ability to work in a team and in people's homes.

Responsibilities

• Accept referrals and undertake home visits to provide tailored support.
• Complete specialized Occupational Therapy assessments for adults and children.
• Assess and recommend equipment, adaptations, and transfer techniques.
• Conduct risk assessments to define suitable interventions.
• Deliver, install, and demonstrate specialist equipment to service users.
• Recommend minor and major home adaptations to improve accessibility.
• Liaise with Housing Technical Officers and contractors about adaptations.
• Conduct property suitability checks for individuals with disabilities.

Skills

Communication skills

Organisational skills

IT skills

Education

BSc Occupational Therapy or Diploma in Occupational Therapy

Job description

HealthJobs Ltd in Sheffield is seeking an Occupational Therapist to join the Equipment & Adaptations Team on a locum, full-time basis.

The role offers an hourly rate of up to £37.00, with opportunities to work across diverse settings in Sheffield and surrounding areas. You will perform home visits, assessments, and equipment adaptations, contributing to housing initiatives and multidisciplinary collaboration.