Occupational Therapist - North East Inpatients

NHS Scotland; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

NHS Pension Scheme

27 days annual leave + public holidays

Study bursaries and learning options

Flexible working where possible

Job summary

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) is seeking Band 5 Occupational Therapists to join the North East Occupational Therapy Inpatient Service based at Stobhill Hospital. You will provide evidence-based assessments and interventions for adults in inpatient mental health care within a supportive MDT, managing a defined caseload.

You will benefit from regular supervision from a Band 6 OT and opportunities for professional development within a well-established service.

Qualifications

• BSc/Diploma in Occupational Therapy (or equivalent qualification).
• Current HCPC registration as an Occupational Therapist, or pending registration.
• Knowledge of mental health conditions and their impact on daily functioning.
• Ability to apply evidence-based practice and utilise standardised assessment tools.
• Understanding of risk assessment and risk management within mental health services.
• Experience of, or interest in, delivering individual and group therapeutic interventions.
• Developing critical appraisal and research application skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with a person-centred approach.
• Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary and multi-agency team.
• Commitment to continuing professional development and supervision; BAOT desirable; driving licence essential.

Responsibilities

• Deliver person-centred occupational therapy assessments and interventions for adults with mental health conditions in inpatient services.
• Work with patients, carers and MDT colleagues to identify barriers to functional independence and rehabilitation goals.
• Undertake risk assessments, contribute to care planning and discharge processes.
• Deliver individual and group interventions and monitor outcomes using evidence-based practice.
• Participate in service development, audit, research activities and student education.

Skills

Communication skills

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Patient-centred care

Evidence-based practice

Education

BSc/Diploma in Occupational Therapy

HCPC registration or pending

Full UK driving licence

BAOT membership desirable

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

An exciting opportunity has arisen for Band 5 Occupational Therapists to join the North East Occupational Therapy Inpatient Service based within the Mental Health Campus at Stobhill Hospital. Working as part of a supportive multidisciplinary team, you will provide evidence-based occupational therapy assessments and interventions for adults receiving inpatient mental health care. You will manage a defined caseload and support patients to maximise their independence, wellbeing and participation in daily activities through individual and group-based therapeutic interventions. The role offers regular supervision from a Band 6 Occupational Therapist and opportunities for ongoing professional development within a well-established mental health occupational therapy service.

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) may be able to provide visa sponsorship for certain roles, subject to the post meeting the relevant eligibility criteria. Sponsorship is not guaranteed and will be determined on a case-by-case basis following interview and during the pre-employment verification process. Applicants must state their current right to work in their application.

Duration, Location, and Working Pattern

3 x Permanent Roles. Stobhill Hospital. 36 Hours per week (8.30am - 4.30pm 4 days, 8.30pm - 3pm 1 Day).

Key Responsibilities

As a Band 5 Occupational Therapist, you will deliver person-centred occupational therapy assessments and interventions for adults with a range of mental health conditions within inpatient services. You will work collaboratively with patients, carers and multidisciplinary colleagues to identify barriers to functional independence, establish meaningful therapeutic goals and develop rehabilitation plans that support recovery and community integration. The post holder will undertake risk assessments, contribute to care planning and discharge processes, deliver individual and group interventions, monitor outcomes using evidence-based practice, and maintain accurate clinical records. You will also participate in service development, audit, research activities, student education and ongoing professional development while contributing to the wider occupational therapy and multidisciplinary team.

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

• BSc/Diploma in Occupational Therapy (or equivalent qualification)
• Current HCPC registration as an Occupational Therapist, or pending registration
• Knowledge and understanding of mental health conditions and their impact on daily functioning
• Ability to apply evidence-based practice and utilise standardised assessment tools
• Understanding of risk assessment and risk management within mental health services
• Experience of, or interest in, delivering individual and group therapeutic interventions
• Developing critical appraisal and research application skills
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with a person-centred approach
• Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary and multi-agency team
• Commitment to continuing professional development and participation in supervision
• Membership of the British Association of Occupational Therapists (BAOT) is desirable
• Full UK driving licence is essential for the role
• Previous experience working within mental health services is desirable

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?

If you would like to find out more, we would love to hear from you.

For An Informal Discussion, Please Contact

Gillian Peters, Lead Occupational Therapist, 0141 531 3237, [e-mail]

Details on how to contact the Recruitment Service and the Recruitment Process:

This post may require a satisfactory PVG Scheme record check.

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