Occupational Therapy

Fairlie Healthcare Group; Banstead; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Banstead seeks an Assistant to Occupational Therapists to work in a multidisciplinary team providing care for patients with neurological conditions. Responsibilities include assisting therapists, documenting patient progress, and providing basic nursing care. Candidates should have GCSE or equivalent, at least one year of relevant experience, and excellent communication skills. The role offers competitive benefits including paid breaks, free meals during shifts, and opportunities for professional training and development.

Benefits

Paid Breaks

Free meals whilst working on shift

Free staff uniform, updated annually

Complimentary Minibus service from Sutton station

Company Pension Scheme

Excellent two-day new starter induction program

Comprehensive on-the-job training and support

Opportunity to gain qualifications

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 years' experience within health & social care.
• Evidence of CPD / post-graduate courses.
• Ability to travel to other locations as required.

Responsibilities

• Support and assist registered occupational therapists both clinically and administratively.
• Work with colleagues of all disciplines for multidisciplinary interventions.
• Observe and document a patient's participation and progress.

Skills

Ability to work across professional disciplines

Excellent communication in English

Problem solving & negotiation skills

Willing and motivational attitude

Flexibility to work on weekends and holidays

Education

GCSE education level or equivalent

NVQ in health & social care

Job description

Fairlie Healthcare Group is a leading provider of high-quality care which was established in 1999. We specialise in caring for adults with neurological conditions, as well as patients with tracheostomies, and who require ventilator support.

We currently have three homes, Fairlie House which is in West Norwood with 45 beds, Highfield House which is located in Purley with 45 beds and finally, Woodstown House in Banstead with 40 beds, which opened its doors to its first residents in April 2021. All three homes have achieved the highest rating from the Care Quality Commission, and we continually strive to maintain our 'Outstanding' rating.

Scope

• To be responsible to take on a generic role and work as an assistant to therapists as part of the multi-disciplinary team, with supervision from qualified therapist(s).
• To provide general / specific therapeutic care as detailed by therapist for patients with long-term neurological conditions.
• The post-holder should be demonstrate proficient and competent to work across professional disciplines / boundaries within a multidisciplinary framework.

Main Responsibilities

Clinical

To be responsible for :

• Supporting and assisting registered occupational therapists both clinically and administratively in the provision of a high quality clinical service.
• Working with colleagues of all disciplines in the provision of a multidisciplinary intervention.
• Working with professional standard of the College of Occupational Therapist.
• Following research and evidence based practice as they are introduced to the service implementing change as requested by registered occupational therapist.
• Developing and maintaining their skills and knowledge as required according to the post holder's grade and post . Also to be responsible for all clinical responsibilities in all aspects in their own practice .
• Observing and documenting a patient's participation, reactions, and progress from therapy session. And they should be able to demonstrate high standard of report writing in English.
• Escorting and planning patients' for out -patient appointments and ability to carry out basic nursing care (e.g emptying urinary bag, feeding) during appointments.

Essential

• Ability to work across professional disciplines / boundaries within a multidisciplinary framework
• GCSE education level or equivalent
• Minimum of 1 years' experience within health & social care
• Evidence of CPD / post-graduate courses
• Working efficiently and effectively within long-term neurological conditions clinical environment and ability to use available resources
• Excellent problem solving & negotiation skills
• Able to work well under pressure
• Excellent communication in English and interpersonal skills
• Ability to interact with a multi-discipline team
• Willing and motivational attitude
• Creative with a genuine interest and enthusiasm in the work you do
• Flexibility to work on a Saturday, Bank Holidays aswell as early / late shifts
• Ability to travel to other locations as required

Desirable

• Short courses completed related to therapy
• NVQ in health & social care
• Knowledge about neurological conditions
• 1 years' experience of working within a team
• 1 years' experience of working with challenging behaviours
• Member of relevant Special Interest Group e.g. ACPIN

What's in it for me?

• Opportunity to work in our brand-new home located in Banstead
• Paid Breaks
• Free meals whilst working on shift
• Free staff uniform, updated annually
• Complimentary Minibus service picking you up from Sutton station
• Company Pension Scheme
• Excellent two-day new starter induction program
• Comprehensive on the job training & support
• Opportunity to gain qualifications (we'll even pay for them)
• Excellent progression opportunities

Equal Opportunities

Fairlie Healthcare are an equal opportunities employer, who value diversity and are strongly committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all employees. Equal opportunities are the only acceptable way to conduct business and we believe that the more inclusive our environments are, the better our work will be.

The successful candidate will be required to undertake a DBS check