Paediatric Occupational Therapist - Rotational | Flexible Hours

Birmingham Women'S And Children'S Nhs Foundation Trust; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Birmingham Women's and Children's NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a Band 5 Occupational Therapist to support inpatient and community pathways in paediatrics. You will join a multidisciplinary team across wards including Trauma, Orthopaedics, Neurology and Burns with a focus on assessment, intervention and safe discharge planning.

We value reflective practice, client-centred care and the development of your clinical reasoning and OT skills.

Qualifications

• Able to apply Occupational Therapy process in clinical settings.
• Experience in planning and supporting discharge from hospital.
• Ability to reflect and critically appraise own performance.

Responsibilities

• Assess and treat patients in hospital wards and various settings with MDT support.
• Carry out assessments and interventions to support discharge planning.
• Help the child and family develop self-help, work and play skills.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Teamwork

Reflective practice

Time management

Education

Diploma /BSc Occupational Therapy HCPC Registration

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Birmingham Women's and Children's NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a Band 5 Occupational Therapist to support inpatient and community pathways in paediatrics. You will join a multidisciplinary team across wards including Trauma, Orthopaedics, Neurology and Burns with a focus on assessment, intervention and safe discharge planning.

We value reflective practice, client-centred care and the development of your clinical reasoning and OT skills.