Occupational Therapist in-Patients Mental Health

Oxford Health NHS Foundation Trust; Aylesbury; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Aylesbury is seeking a skilled Occupational Therapist to join their team on Ruby Ward. You will be responsible for conducting assessments, managing a caseload of clients, and supervising junior team members. The role offers opportunities for career progression and attractive benefits, including 27 days of annual leave plus bank holidays, and access to NHS discounts. Ideal candidates will have strong assessment skills and be able to work proactively within a multidisciplinary team.

Benefits

Excellent opportunities for career progression

27 days annual leave, rising to 33

NHS Discount

Competitive pension scheme

Lease car scheme

Cycle to work scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Mental Health First Aiders

Staff accommodation

Networking and support groups

Qualifications

• Confident in assessing and managing complex Occupational Therapy needs.
• Ability to work within a multi-disciplinary team.
• Hold HCPC registration (if based outside the UK).

Responsibilities

• Conduct initial screening and assessment of service users.
• Manage a caseload of clients with complex Occupational Therapy needs.
• Assess and prescribe appropriate equipment and aids.
• Monitor and evaluate treatment plans, collaborating with other teams.
• Supervise and develop junior team members.

Skills

Assessment and clinical reasoning skills

Time management

Proactive teamwork

Job description

Overview

Are you looking to grow into a senior Occupational Therapy role? Or have a change of scene within your clinical work? We are seeking a motivated, skilled Occupational Therapist to work on Ruby Ward, a female acute mental health ward in Aylesbury. You will join a close, occupational and recovery focused service that works as integral and valued members of our multidisciplinary teams.

To be successful you should be confident in your assessment and clinical reasoning skills, be able to manage your time effectively and be a proactive member of the multi-disciplinary team.

If you\'re interested or have questions about this role get in touch and speak to us via the contact details below!

Responsibilities

• Conduct initial screening and assessment of all service users, providing intensive short-term treatment as needed.
• Manage a caseload of clients with complex Occupational Therapy needs, using evidence-based, client-centred principles to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate interventions.
• Assess and prescribe appropriate equipment and aids to ensure patient safety and independence with advising staff, families, and carers as required.
• Monitor and evaluate treatment plans, collaborating with other teams within the Trust and third sector organisations when appropriate.
• Supervise and develop junior team members, including appraisal, caseload management, reviewing interventions, and delegating responsibilities.

The ability to travel independently between sites within the Trust is essential for this role. Please note if you are based outside of the UK you will need to hold HCPC registration in order to be considered for this role.

Oxford Health NHS Foundation Trust provides physical, mental health and social care for people of all ages across Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Swindon, Wiltshire, Bath and North East Somerset.

Our services are delivered at community bases, hospitals, clinics and people’s homes, delivering care as close to home as possible.

Our vision is that no matter who you are or where you are, you will tell us that you receive: "Outstanding care delivered by an outstanding team"

Our values are: "Caring, safe and excellent"

Benefits

• Excellent opportunities for career progression
• Access to tailored individual and Trust wide learning and development
• 27 days annual leave, plus bank holidays, rising to 33 days with continuous service
• NHS Discount across a wide range of shops, restaurants and retailers
• Competitive pension scheme
• Lease car scheme
• Cycle to work scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Mental Health First Aiders
• Staff accommodation (please note waiting lists may apply)
• Staff networking and support groups hosted by our Equality, Diversity & Inclusion team

For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Helen Shields Job title: Clinical Lead Occupational Therapist Email address: [e-mail] Telephone number: 01865 901326

At Oxford Health NHS Foundation Trust we want to employ people not just with experience, but with the aptitude and motivation to succeed and whose values resonate with our own.

Therefore, if you don’t meet all the requirements of the role and are unsure about applying but are excited about the opportunity, please do get in touch. We will be happy to discuss the requirements in more detail ahead of making a written application.