OT Assistant: Transform Lives in Rehab Teams

Cygnet; Taunton; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company pension scheme

Life insurance and health plan

NHS Discount Cards & Blue Light Card

Free parking

Meals on duty

Job summary

Cygnet Hospital Taunton is seeking an Occupational Therapy Assistant to join the Occupational Therapy Team. The role supports recovery and rehabilitation within the integrated care pathway, working 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday, in Taunton, Somerset.

You will assist with planned activities, under supervision of a qualified OT, contributing to patient engagement and meaningful activity. We are looking for individuals who can work closely with a MDT, deliver both group and one-to-one

Qualifications

• Experience delivering therapeutic activities under OT supervision.
• Ability to support multi-disciplinary team in rehab pathways.
• Understanding of activity-based recovery approaches.

Responsibilities

• Deliver planned activities for patients under the direction of the ward OT and MDT.
• Assist the OT in day-to-day duties and running of the department.
• Undertake assessment and intervention programmes with clients as delegated by a senior OT.
• Contribute ideas, create and facilitate events and activities safely and promote meaningful engagement.
• Participate in one-to-one and group interventions.
• Implement care plans during activity sessions and tailor to patient interests.

Skills

Plan activities

OT collaboration

Group/interventions

One-to-one sessions

Care plan implementation

Safety & risk awareness

Job description

Cygnet Hospital Taunton is seeking an Occupational Therapy Assistant to join the Occupational Therapy Team. The role supports recovery and rehabilitation within the integrated care pathway, working 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday, in Taunton, Somerset.

You will assist with planned activities, under supervision of a qualified OT, contributing to patient engagement and meaningful activity. We are looking for individuals who can work closely with a MDT, deliver both group and one-to-one