Occupational Therapist - In Patient Mental Health

NHS National Services Scotland; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 38,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

NHS Pension Scheme

Job summary

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) is seeking a Specialist Occupational Therapist to join Gartnavel Royal Hospital. You will deliver specialist assessments, person-centred interventions, and contribute to service development within a supportive MDT.

This permanent, part-time post (18 hours/week) offers regular supervision, evidence-based practice, flexible working options where possible, and opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

• HCPC registration is required and maintained.
• Degree in Occupational Therapy is required.
• Experience using outcome measures.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively with multidisciplinary teams, relatives, carers and partner organisations.
• Commitment to evidence-based practice and ongoing professional development.

Responsibilities

• Deliver specialist occupational therapy assessments and interventions.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of occupational therapy treatments.
• Use outcome measures to monitor and assess patient progress.
• Supervise Band 5 Occupational Therapists, Occupational Therapy Support Workers, and students.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and external partners.
• Contribute to the development and improvement of the occupational therapy service.

Skills

Clinical reasoning

Outcome measures

Communication

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Professional development

Education

Degree in Occupational Therapy

HCPC registration

Job description

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) is one of the largest healthcare systems in the United Kingdom, employing approximately 40,000 staff across a wide range of clinical and non-clinical professions and roles. We deliver acute hospital, primary, community and mental health services to a population of over 1.15 million people, and to a wider population of 2.2 million when regional and national services are included.

The role:

This is an exciting opportunity to join the Occupational Therapy Department at Gartnavel Royal Hospital as part of a well-established and supportive team. The successful candidate will deliver specialist occupational therapy assessments, person-centred interventions, and treatment evaluations, while contributing to the ongoing development of the service alongside the Lead Occupational Therapist. The role promotes evidence-based practice, multidisciplinary working, and offers regular supervision and professional development opportunities.

This role does not meet the eligibility criteria for a Skilled Worker visa or a Heath and Care Worker visa. NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) is unable to provide candidates or employees with a Certificate of Sponsorship (COS).

Duration, Location, and Working Pattern:

Permanent, part-time, 18 hours per week

Shift pattern - during the working hours of the department, Monday – Friday. 8.30 am – 4.30 pm

Base location - Gartnavel Royal Hospital

Key responsibilities:

• Deliver specialist occupational therapy assessments and interventions.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of occupational therapy treatments.
• Use outcome measures to monitor and assess patient progress.
• Supervise Band 5 Occupational Therapists, Occupational Therapy Support Workers, and students.
• Collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams and external partners.
• Contribute to the development and improvement of the occupational therapy service.

Knowledge, training, qualifications and/or experience required to do the job:

• Degree in Occupational Therapy.
• Registration with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC).
• Experience in using outcome measures.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively with multidisciplinary teams, relatives, carers, and partner organisations.
• Commitment to evidence-based practice and ongoing professional development.

What we offer:

We offer a wide range of supportive policies designed to enhance your employee journey, including a comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme, Cycle to Work Scheme, bursary scheme and extensive learning and development opportunities.

As an NHS Scotland employee, you will be entitled to:

• A minimum of 27 days annual leave, increasing with length of service, plus public holidays
• Membership of the NHS Pension Scheme, including life insurance benefits
• Salary Sacrifice Car Benefit Scheme
• Development opportunities including study bursaries, e-learning and classroom-based courses
• Enhanced pay for working public holidays
• NHS discounts on a wide range of goods and services
• Confidential employee support and assistance, including counselling and psychological therapies

Interested?

For an informal discussion, please contact:

Elizabeth Taylor, Occupational Therapist - [e-mail] - 0141 211 3654

Details on how to contact the Recruitment Service and the Recruitment Process: Information for candidates

This vacancy may close early due to a high volume of applications. We recommend applying as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.

This post may require a satisfactory PVG Scheme record check.

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NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) recognises the importance of work-life balance and is committed to offering a range of flexible working options where service needs allow.

For roles where less than full-time hours can be accommodated, and where the tenure is listed as various, we encourage applications from individuals seeking flexible working arrangements. Flexible working will be included as a topic for discussion during the recruitment process.

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde encourages applications from all sections of the community. We are committed to promoting equality, diversity and inclusion and are proud of the diverse workforce we employ.

By signing the Armed Forces Covenant, NHSGGC has pledged its commitment to being a Forces Friendly Employer. We welcome applications from across the Armed Forces Community and recognise military skills, experience and qualifications throughout the recruitment and selection process.

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