Occupational Therapist Neuro

Elysium Healthcare Limited; Bradley Stoke; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

33 days annual leave

Training & development

Blue Light Card

Pension contributions

Free parking

Onsite meals

Job summary

The Dean Neurological Centre in Gloucester, part of Elysium Healthcare, seeks an Occupational Therapist HCPC registered to support rehabilitation for people with neurological conditions. You will manage a caseload, use standard OT assessments, and work within a transdisciplinary team to maximise independence and quality of life.

The role involves planning, implementing evidence-based interventions, and ongoing outcome evaluation, with access to training and a wide range of development

Qualifications

• HCPC registered and eligible to practise.
• Experience in working with people with neurological conditions and rehabilitation.
• Experience in managing a designated caseload.
• Familiar with outcome measures such as FIM/FAM, CRS-R, WHIM and TOMS.

Responsibilities

• Complete neurological assessments, treatment planning and interventions.
• Rehabilitation interventions to improve function and independence with ADLs.
• Cognitive assessment/rehabilitation.
• Liaising with community colleagues to facilitate complex discharge planning.
• Supervising Occupational Therapy support staff and students.
• Evaluating outcomes aligned to care plans.

Skills

HCPC registered

Neuro rehabilitation

Caseload management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy

Tools

FIM/FAM

CRS-R

WHIM

TOMS

Job description

As an Occupational Therapist, you change lives for the better. Join the multidisciplinary team at The Dean Neurological Centre in Gloucester and help people build a brighter future while being supported in your career. It's what delivering great healthcare should feel like. You will be HCPC registered, passionate about working with people with neurological conditions to support their rehabilitation, condition management and maximise their quality of life. Youll work in partnership with residents and carers to set realistic goals and develop collaborative intervention plans, with regular reviews to monitor progress and adapt. Working as a member of the transdisciplinary team, youll ensure that high quality individualised care is delivered, which ensures safety and a commitment to promoting recovery, wellbeing, and maximising independence/quality of life. You will be familiar with the use of outcome measures such as FIM/FAM, CRS-R, WHIM and TOMS, and have experience in managing a designated caseload using knowledge of relevant Occupational

Main duties of the job

As an Occupational Therapist, you change lives for the better. Join the multidisciplinary team at The Dean Neurological Centre in Gloucester and help people build a brighter future while being supported in your career. It's what delivering great healthcare should feel like. You will be HCPC registered, passionate about working with people with neurological conditions to support their rehabilitation, condition management and maximise their quality of life. Youll work in partnership with residents and carers to set realistic goals and develop collaborative intervention plans, with regular reviews to monitor progress and adapt. Working as a member of the transdisciplinary team, youll ensure that high quality individualised care is delivered, which ensures safety and a commitment to promoting recovery, wellbeing, and maximising independence/quality of life. You will be familiar with the use of outcome measures such as FIM/FAM, CRS-R, WHIM and TOMS, and have experience in managing a designated caseload using knowledge of relevant Occupational Therapy theory. Youll also have practical experience of completing assessments, planning, implementing evidence-based Occupational Therapy interventions, and evaluating outcomes aligned to care plans. With a strong emphasis on teamwork, youll receive support from a regional network of healthcare professionals and enjoy access to a wide variety of training courses to support you reaching your career goals.

About us

Elysium Healthcare operates over 80 services across England and Wales, with a particular focus on Mental Health, Neurological, Learning Disabilities & Autism, and Children & Education services. The organisation is supported by a workforce of over 8,000 employees. Elysium is part of Ramsay Health Care, which has a presence in 10 countries and operates an extensive global network employing over 86,000 individuals. Positioned as a Disability Confident employer, Elysium values inclusive and accessible recruitment practices. The organisation is committed to promoting and safeguarding the welfare of its service users, a responsibility shared by every staff member. Elysium emphasizes personalized care, varied training, and career growth opportunities as foundational to their healthcare approach. Employees benefit from extensive support and a comprehensive benefits package, designed to facilitate professional and personal growth, ensuring a healthy work-life balance is achieved.

Job responsibilities

As an Occupational Therapist, you change lives for the better. Join the multidisciplinary team at The Dean Neurological Centrein Gloucesterand help people build a brighter future while being supported in your career. It's what delivering great healthcare should feel like.

You will be HCPC registered, passionate about working with people with neurological conditions to support their rehabilitation, condition management and maximise their quality of life.

You’ll work in partnership with residents and carers to set realistic goals and develop collaborative intervention plans, with regular reviews to monitor progress and adapt.

Working as a member of the transdisciplinary team, you’ll ensure that high quality individualised care is delivered, which ensures safety and a commitment to promoting recovery, wellbeing, and maximising independence/quality of life.

You will be familiar with the use of outcome measures such as FIM/FAM, CRS-R, WHIM and TOMS, and have experience in managing a designated caseload using knowledge of relevant Occupational Therapy theory. You’ll also have practical experience of completing assessments, planning, implementing evidence-based Occupational Therapy interventions, and evaluating outcomes aligned to care plans.

With a strong emphasis on teamwork, you’ll receive support from a regional network of healthcare professionals and enjoy access to a wide variety of training courses to support you reaching your career goals.

As an Occupational Therapist you will be:

• Completing neurological assessments, treatment planning and interventions
• Rehabilitation interventions to improve function and independence with ADLs
• Cognitive assessment/rehabilitation
• Using of therapeutic handling skills
• Assessing environment and equipment needs including specialist seating
• Identifying ongoing needs whilst maximising quality of life
• Liaising with community colleagues to facilitate complex discharge planning
• Evaluating outcomes aligned to care plans
• Supervising Occupational Therapy support staff and students
• Implementing and develop evidence-based therapeutic activities

Where you will be working

The Dean Neurological Centre has 60 beds in Gloucester (GL2 9EE), which is on the outskirts of the town within easy commute from Gloucester, Cheltenham and surrounding villages.

The Centre delivers specialist 24-hour nursing and therapy services for people with complex long-term neurological conditionswho require ongoing support and assistance to maximise functional ability.

It specialises in slow stream rehabilitation where the emphasis is placed on maximising each individual's abilities, comfort and quality of life.

Bedrooms are fitted with high dependency equipment, including ceiling track hoists, wall mounted suction and oxygen equipment., with all rooms adapted to individual requirements. There are also well-equipped therapy facilities and other facilities such as gardens, gym and minibus.

What You’ll Get

At Elysium Healthcare, we believe in taking care of the people who care for others, you’ll enjoy a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your wellbeing, growth, and future:

• The equivalent of 33 days annual leave (including bank holidays) – plus your birthday off and the option to buy additional annual leave, in our annual selection window.
• Career development and training to help you achieve your professional goals
• Access to our Rewards & Benefits platform Ely-Vate; Your one-stop destination for everyday savings, exclusive benefits, and wellbeing hub!
• Wellbeing support and activities to help you maintain a healthy work-life balance
• Access to Blue Light Card, which provides a range of exclusive offers and discounts
• Life Assurance, for added peace of mind
• Stream – instant access to earned wages when you need it, plus access to save, directly from your wages, alongside financial wellbeing support.
• 24/7 GP service and second medical opinion, to ensure you are the best you can be
• Enhanced Maternity Package, so you can truly enjoy this special time
• Pension contribution, to help secure your future
• Free/subsidised meals and onsite/local free parking

About us:

Elysium Health care has over 8,000 employees and a unique approach to the delivery of care. With a network of over 80 services across England and Wales covering Mental Health, Neurological, Learning Disabilities & Autism, Children & Education, there is opportunity for you to grow and move.

Elysium Healthcare is part of Ramsay Health Care with a global network that extends across 10 countries and employs over 86,000 people globally.

Elysium Healthcare follows safer recruitment of staff for all appointments and is a Disability Confident employer, committed to inclusive and accessible recruitment. It is a requirement that all staff understand it is each person’s individual responsibility to promote and safeguard the welfare of service users. All candidates will be subject to a DBS disclosure

Person Specification

Qualifications

• You will be HCPC registered and should have practical experience in completing assessments, planning, implementing evidence-based Occupational Therapy interventions, and evaluating outcomes aligned to care plans.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Depending on experienceSalary expectations will be discussed at interview stage.