Occupational Therapist

www.findapprenticeship.service.gov.uk - Jobboard; Greater London; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 36,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Greater London is seeking a committed Occupational Therapist to join their team on a part-time basis. The successful candidate will work across rehabilitation wards and support patients in a therapeutic setting. Requirements include a degree in Occupational Therapy and HCPC registration. The position offers a salary of £29,259 - £35,618 pro rata, along with generous benefits including career development opportunities, 25 days annual leave, and a contributory pension scheme.

Benefits

25 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays

Contributory pension scheme

Cycle to work scheme

Free on-site parking

Subsidised meals on duty

Qualifications

• Must be registered with the HCPC.
• Experience in line managing junior colleagues is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Work across rehabilitation and recovery wards.
• Support patients in engaging with the therapeutic programme.
• Update clinical records and information systems.

Skills

Experience in inpatient mental health services

Ability to take on challenges

Compassion

Creativity

Understanding of meaningful occupations

Education

Degree in Occupational Therapy

Job description

A fantastic new job opportunity has arisen for a committed Occupational Therapist to work in an exceptional hospital based in the Bromley, Kent area. You will be working for one of UK’s leading healthcare providers

One of the leading private hospitals treating addictions and general psychiatric conditions, as well as having an accredited eating disorder service

**To be considered for this position you must hold a degree in Occupational Therapy and registered with the HCPC**

As the Occupational Therapist your key responsibilities include:
• Work across our rehabilitation and recovery wards, with the support of our two OTAs
• Applying OT assessments and interventions, 1-to-1 with patients and also leading group work
• Support our patients to engage in the therapeutic programme which is delivered in conjunction with psychology and nursing colleagues
• Work alongside other members of the multidisciplinary team to identify the patients' Occupational Needs
• Observe and monitor the wellbeing of patients ensuring that any unusual physical, mental or emotional occurrences are promptly referred to more senior staff and documented as appropriate
• Ensure the effective, timely and accurate updating of clinical records and computerised information systems

The following skills and experience would be preferred and beneficial for the role:
• Experience of working in inpatient mental health services or a similar role would be desirable
• Experience in line managing and supervising junior colleagues is also desirable but not essential
• Experience in mental health
• Ability to take on challenges
• An understanding of the value of being engaged in meaningful occupations
• Compassion, enthusiasm, creativity and proactive

The successful Occupational Therapist will receive an excellent salary of £29,259 - £35,618 pro rata DOE. This exciting position is a permanent part time role working 15 hours a week. In return for your hard work and commitment you will receive the following generous benefits:
• Support from two Occupational Therapy Assistants
• Your own OT Team office and department building including a gym, ADL kitchen, computer room and therapy room
• Active involvement within the OT professional network
• Opportunities for career development
• Competitive salary
• 25 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays (pro rota)
• An additional days leave for your birthday
• Contributory pension scheme
• DBS check cost coverage
• Comprehensive induction and commitment to ongoing CPD training
• Free on-site parking
• Subsidised meals on duty (only £1 per meal)
• Cycle to work scheme
• Online Benefits and Cash back rewards

Reference ID: 6717
To apply for this fantastic job role, please call on 0121 638 0567 or send your CV to [e-mail]

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