Occupational Therapist - Optimising Care Team

Sanctuary Personnel; Reading; On-site; GBP 39,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full-time

Flexibility of Locum Work

Competitive Hourly Rate

Professional Growth

Job summary

HealthJobs Ltd. in Reading, Berkshire, is seeking an experienced Locum Occupational Therapist to optimise adult community care.

Working Monday to Friday, 09:00-17:00, you will carry out complex OT assessments and move-and-handling reviews to maximise client independence. You will work across multidisciplinary teams, provide specialist single-handed care assessments, and help reduce formal care reliance through rehabilitation and enablement, while supporting service development in Optimising Care

Qualifications

• HCPC registration is required.
• Significant Adult Social Care Occupational Therapy experience.
• Extensive Moving and Handling experience.
• Experience delivering and implementing single-handed care approaches.

Responsibilities

• Undertake complex Occupational Therapy assessments within Adult Services.
• Complete complex Moving and Handling assessments, enhancing client safety.
• Provide specialist single-handed care assessments and recommendations.
• Develop strength-based solutions to maximise independence for clients.
• Review and optimise existing care arrangements for efficiency and satisfaction.
• Support the reduction of reliance on formal care packages where appropriate.
• Provide expert clinical advice regarding Moving and Handling.
• Complete home visits and functional assessments.
• Work with care providers and multidisciplinary teams for comprehensive care delivery.
• Contribute to service development and care optimisation initiatives.

Skills

Moving and Handling expertise

Clinical assessment

Education

Degree or Diploma in Occupational Therapy

HCPC registration

Job description

Job Title: Occupational Therapist - Optimising Care Team

Specialism: Occupational Therapy

Location: Reading, Berkshire, UK

Salary: Up to £38.00 per hour

Type: Locum | Full-time | 6 Months

Locum Job Description: Occupational Therapist - Optimising Care Team within Occupational Therapy in Reading, Berkshire UK earning up to £38.00 per hour hourly. This exciting six-month full-time opportunity offers the chance to make a real difference in adults' lives within the community, using your expertise to optimise their care. As a valued member of the Optimising Care Team, you will work Monday to Friday, approximately 09:00-17:00, engaging with clients through home visits and in-person meetings.

Perks and benefits:

• Full-time: Enjoy the stability and routine that comes with full-time employment.
• Flexibility of Locum Work: Gain the flexibility to adjust your work around personal commitments and enjoy a variety of work settings.
• Competitive Hourly Rate: With an attractive pay rate of up to £38 per hour, your expertise is well-rewarded.
• Professional Growth: Working in this dynamic environment will enhance your skills and experience, boosting your professional development.

What you will do:

• Undertake complex Occupational Therapy assessments within Adult Services.
• Complete complex Moving and Handling assessments, enhancing the safety and wellbeing of your clients.
• Provide specialist single-handed care assessments and recommendations, ensuring tailored solutions are in place.
• Develop strength-based solutions to maximise independence for clients.
• Review and optimise existing care arrangements to ensure efficiency and client satisfaction.
• Support the reduction of reliance on formal care packages where appropriate, promoting independence and empowerment.
• Provide expert clinical advice regarding Moving and Handling, influencing better practices.
• Complete home visits and functional assessments to address clients' unique needs.
• Work collaboratively with care providers and multidisciplinary teams for comprehensive care delivery.
• Contribute to service development and care optimisation initiatives, shaping future services.

Requirements:

• Degree or Diploma in Occupational Therapy.
• HCPC registration.
• Significant Adult Social Care Occupational Therapy experience.
• Extensive Moving and Handling experience.
• Extensive experience delivering and implementing single-handed care approaches.
• Up-to-date Moving and Handling training.
• Experience undertaking complex assessments.
• Ability to provide specialist clinical advice.
• Strong report-writing and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage a complex caseload.

Desirable Requirements:

• Experience within Optimising Care services.
• Experience reducing care package reliance through rehabilitation and enablement approaches.
• Local Authority experience.

Nestled in the heart of Berkshire, Reading offers a vibrant community with excellent amenities, cultural attractions, and beautiful green spaces. Enjoy the convenience of living in a well-connected town, with easy access to major cities while embracing the charm of a friendly community. Join us in making a meaningful impact and discover why Reading is an exceptional place to live and work.