Rotational Specialist Occupational Therapist

Uhmb; Nebraska; On-site; USD 43,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a Specialist Occupational Therapist (rotational) to join the Occupational Therapy Team at the Royal Lancaster Infirmary.

The role includes a specialist caseload across Integrated Community Stroke, acute frailty and extended stay wards, medical, surgical and emergency departments, with opportunities to work alongside the Discharge to Assess service. Development toward Band 6 competencies over 6–12 months is anticipated.

Qualifications

• A Diploma or Degree in Occupational Therapy approved by the Royal College of Occupational Therapists.
• Registration with HCPC as an Occupational Therapist.
• The ability to travel to a variety of venues throughout the community to deliver patient assessments within an identified locality and to attend meetings.

Responsibilities

• Hold a specialist caseload on the rotational clinical area and support other Occupational Therapists and the wider therapy team.
• Develop knowledge and skills to Band 6 Specialist Occupational Therapist competencies, progressing to Band 6.
• Supervise and support Occupational Therapy team members and students; engage in service development.
• Engage in in-service training and CPD with the management team.

Skills

Stroke care

Acute inpatient care

Discharge planning

Education

Diploma or Degree in Occupational Therapy approved by the Royal College of Occupational Therapists

Job description

University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a Specialist Occupational Therapist (rotational) to join the Occupational Therapy Team at the Royal Lancaster Infirmary.

The role includes a specialist caseload across Integrated Community Stroke, acute frailty and extended stay wards, medical, surgical and emergency departments, with opportunities to work alongside the Discharge to Assess service. Development toward Band 6 competencies over 6–12 months is anticipated.