Occupational Therapy Technical Instructor

Northumbria Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust; Cramlington; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Cramlington is seeking a competent Technical Instructor to deliver rehabilitation services. You will join a supportive Occupational Therapy Service and assist with assessments and treatments in various settings. Requirements include NVQ level 3 in Health and Social Care and a solid understanding of OT. This role offers exposure to diverse responsibilities aimed at improving patient outcomes.

Benefits

Commitment to diversity and inclusion

Support for professional development

Disability Confident Employer status

Qualifications

• NVQ level 3 in Health and Social Care or equivalent; willingness to complete within 12 months.
• Basic understanding of the philosophy of occupational therapy (OT).
• Ability to work both independently and with others.

Responsibilities

• Assist with providing a comprehensive occupational therapy service.
• Carry out assessments and interventions as directed by the therapist.
• Facilitate safe discharge of patients from care.

Skills

Ability to work independently

Understanding of Health and Safety

Knowledge of OT procedures

Education

NVQ level 3 in Health and Social Care

Education to GCSE or equivalent

Job description

We are seeking to recruit a competent and enthusiastic Technical Instructor to join our friendly, well-established Occupational Therapy Service based at Astor Court Intermediate Care Unit in Northumberland. You will work closely with the Occupational Therapists and other therapy staff to deliver rehabilitation within the Rehab environment and the patient's home environment where applicable.

You will carry out assessments and treatment sessions that have initially been screened by the therapist and deliver/fit equipment in patient's homes. You may be required to work in the hospital setting if the service demands.

7 Day working shifts covering an 8-8 service.

Under the supervision of a registered Occupational Therapist (OT) the post holder will be expected to:

• Assist with providing a comprehensive occupational therapy service.
• Carryout assessments and other tasks that have initially been screened by the therapist. This may include minor adaptations and equipment e.g. grab rails, banisters etc. and the completion of pre-operative assessments.
• To carry out appropriate intervention requesting advice or support as required.
• To perform any other task requested by the therapist appropriate to their remit, role and responsibilities.
• Assist the therapist in facilitating safe discharge of patients from care including delivery and fitting of equipment that has been agreed as been needed.
• Undertake appropriate training as indicated by the therapist specific to the client group encountered.

Applicants who are members of the Armed Forces, and those who have a disability that requires support in the work place (two ticks pledge) and who meet the essential criteria will be interviewed under the Trust's interview guarantee scheme.

We recognise the positive value of diversity and inclusion and are committed to a workforce that is diverse, equal and inclusive. We welcome and encourage job applications from people of all backgrounds.

Requirements include:

• NVQ level 3 in Health and Social Care or above/equivalent or the willingness to complete within 12 months of employment or equivalent experience/and or qualifications.
• Education to GCSE or equivalent.
• A basic understanding of the philosophy of OT and its various core skills.
• An understanding of relevant legislative procedures within the OT department, including Health and Safety at work and Moving and Handling.
• Ability to work independently or jointly with another member of staff.

We are proud to be a Disability Confident Employer, a Stonewall Diversity Champion, we have a Gold award from the Defense Recognition Scheme, and we are delighted to support Apprenticeships, Age Posi+ive and are a mindful employer.