Occupational Therapist

NHS Ayrshire & Arran; Chandigarh; On-site; INR 3,358,000 - 4,392,000; Full time

Job summary

Caithness Integrated Health and Social Care Team is seeking a Band 5 Occupational Therapist to work across Caithness General Hospital, rural hospitals and community settings. The role emphasises early assessment, discharge planning and rehabilitation to minimise delays and unnecessary admissions.

You will work as part of a multidisciplinary team and travel across Caithness to meet service needs. HCPC registration and a driving licence are essential requirements.

Qualifications

• HCPC registration is required.
• Full UK driving licence is essential.

Responsibilities

• Occupational therapy in-reach into Caithness General Hospital with focus on early assessment and discharge planning.
• Provide rehabilitation and support to rural hospitals and community settings to maximise independence.

Job description

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a motivated and enthusiastic Band 5 Occupational Therapist to join the Caithness Integrated Health and Social Care Team.

This is a rewarding role offering a varied caseload across acute hospital in-reach, rural hospital support and community services. You will play a key role in supporting individuals to maximise independence, improve functional ability and ensure safe, timely discharge.

The post will primarily involve occupational therapy in-reach into Caithness General Hospital, working across acute admissions and rehabilitation wards, alongside providing support to rural hospitals and community settings across Caithness. The role focuses on early assessment, discharge planning and rehabilitation, helping to prevent unnecessary admissions and reduce delays.

You will work as part of a multidisciplinary team, including physiotherapists, nurses, social care staff, GPs and other professionals, delivering coordinated, person-centred care.

This post is based in Caithness, the primary base is negotiable depending on location of successful applicant; travel will be required to acute & rural hospitals and community settings.

Hours are typically worked Monday to Friday, 9am–5pm.

A full driving licence is essential, and access to a vehicle for work purposes may be required.

Applicants must be registered with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC).

For any queries please contact Jenny Peasley, Integrated Team Manager – [e-mail] or Katie Webster, OT Professional Lead - [e-mail]

NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. To this end, NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.