Occupational Therapist

Wirral Community Health & Care Nhs Foundation Trustare; Birkenhead; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Wirral Community NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a Band 5 Occupational Therapist to join the Community Response Division. You will assess and treat patients with diverse physical and mental health needs, and work within a pro-active, integrated service.

The role requires excellent communication, risk management, and the ability to manage a large caseload. Opportunities for supervision and professional development are available within a supportive team.

Qualifications

• HCPC registration as an Occupational Therapist.
• Band 5 level experience or entry to mid-level in community/district settings.
• Ability to work in a proactive, integrated MDT environment.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive assessments for patients with physical and mental health needs.
• Develop and implement evidence-based treatment plans.
• Collaborate with MDTs and refer to wider services when appropriate.
• Assist with risk management and moving and handling, ensuring safe practice.
• Prioritise a large caseload and contribute to service improvements.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Time management

Prioritisation

Moving and handling

Team collaboration

Supportive supervision

Education

HCPC-registered Occupational Therapist

Degree in Occupational Therapy

Job description

An opportunity has arisen to work within a dynamic, innovative, and friendly team within Wirral Community NHS Foundation Trust's Community Response Division, as a Band 5 Occupational Therapist.

You will be expected to be part of the weekend rota to cover service need., We are looking for an enthusiastic and forward-thinking Occupational Therapist to join our busy, pro-active, integrated services based within our |Community Response Directorate.

The role will involve completing comprehensive assessments for patients with a wide variety of both physical and mental health conditions as well as complex social issues, implementing treatment plans and collaborative working with MDTs. You will be expected to liaise and refer into wider health, social care and voluntary agencies, when appropriate, to ensure best possible outcomes are achieved for patients, their Carers and families.

You need to have a good understanding of risk management and moving and handling. Excellent communication skills and an ability to prioritise a large caseload of complex patients are essential. You will need good time management skills. This post would suit an Occupational Therapist wishing to develop their skills and knowledge in a supportive environment. The post holder will be expected to contribute to service improvement initiatives and actively participate in continuous professional development activities. There will be the opportunity for supervision and to attend in-service training and professional development.