Occupational Therapist

Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board; Bryn Awelon; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading health organization in North Wales is seeking an enthusiastic Occupational Therapist to join their multidisciplinary team. This role involves providing assessments and personalized rehabilitation plans for patients with complex needs. Supervision of junior staff and participation in service development are key responsibilities. Applicants should be passionate about patient care and may benefit from speaking Welsh. This position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to community health services in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Ability to conduct comprehensive assessments of patients with complex needs.
• Experience in developing personalized rehabilitation plans.
• Strong communication skills, including ability to speak Welsh is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive occupational therapy assessments and interventions.
• Develop and implement rehabilitation plans in collaboration with the MDT.
• Support discharge planning and liaise with community services.
• Supervise and mentor junior staff and students.
• Participate in service development initiatives.

Skills

Patient assessment

Rehabilitation planning

Supervision and mentorship

Team collaboration

Job description

We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated Occupational Therapist to join our dynamic multidisciplinary team within Mold Community hospital. This is an exciting opportunity for a skilled clinician who is passionate about supporting patients to achieve their goals and regain independence following illness, injury, or surgery. You will be responsible for supervision of Occupational Therapy Technical Instructor and students. Post holder will receive support and supervision by Team Lead Occupational Therapist.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive occupational therapy assessments and interventions for patients with complex physical and cognitive needs.
• Develop and implement personalised rehabilitation plans in collaboration with the MDT.
• Support discharge planning and liaise with community services to ensure continuity of care.
• Supervise and mentor junior staff and students, contributing to their professional development.
• Participate in service development initiatives and quality improvement projects.

Additional Information

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

If you relish a challenge, have a passion to help others or simply fancy a fresh start, then Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) North Wales has all the right ingredients. The largest health organisation in Wales, providing a full range of primary, community, mental health, acute and elective hospital services for a population of around 700,000, across North Wales. Join our team and get the support you need, in line with our Organisational Values and “Proud to Lead” competence framework.

Enjoy being part of working with engaged leadership at all levels, and be assured we are committed to promoting equality and diversity, and are proud to welcome applicants under the “Disability Confident Employer” scheme.

Please check your email account regularly. Successful applicants will receive all recruitment related correspondence via the email account registered on the application form. Applications may be submitted in Welsh. Applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.