Occupational Therapist in Ayr inAyr PUBLISHED THU 16 JAN 2025 Jump to job information section

P34,581 per annum GOOD SALARY

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Job description

An amazing new job opportunity has arisen for a committed Occupational Therapist to work in an exceptional mental health hospital based in the Ayr, Scotland area. You will be working for one of UKs leading health care providers

This special mental health service is a low secure hospital for males and females with mental illness and/or personality disorders

To be considered for this position you must be qualified as an Occupational Therapist registered with the HCPC

As The Occupational Therapist Your Key Responsibilities Include

Undertake patient assessment and observation to identify patient need before planning and delivering appropriate and relevant interventions on either a group of individual basis
Maintain and develop close working relationships with professional and clinical colleagues within the multidisciplinary team, ensuring that clinical practice is in line with company policies and procedures
Support junior occupational therapy staff and students
Lead on further development and implementation of occupational therapy service within the site, under supervision of Lead Occupational Therapist
Organise and deliver therapeutic activities for service users
Assess service users response to interventions in accordance with agreed models of practice
Provide practical support, advice and education to service users, carers and other disciplines
Be responsible for the recording of all patient related activity information

The following skills and experience would be preferred and beneficial for the role:

Relevant clinical experience with mental illness and/or personality disorder
Extensive experience of applying occupational frames of reference and approaches
Demonstrates evidence highly effective clinical reasoning skills
Highly specialist knowledge of relevant assessment and treatment models
Knowledge of how to work with neurodiverse individuals

The successful Occupational Therapist will receive an excellent salary of GBP28,4: GBP34,581 per annum. This exciting position is a permanent full time role working 37.5 hours a week. In return for your hard work and commitment you will receive the following generous benefits:

25 days annual leave (increasing with length of service to a maximum of 30)
Birthday off
Contributory pension scheme
Life insurance
Opportunities to develop and progress in a wide variety of care settings
Free car parking
Subsidised on site meals
Employee benefits scheme (e.g. discounted shopping vouchers, interest free Apple products loan scheme)
Full onsite induction training and orientation programme

Reference ID: 6131

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To work as an Occupational Therapist (OT) in the UK, you'll need a combination of education, clinical competencies, and interpersonal skills. Here are some key skills and qualifications necessary for the role:

Educational Qualifications

1. Degree in Occupational Therapy: You must have an approved degree in occupational therapy (BSc or MSc). These programs typically include both theoretical and practical components.

2. Registration with HCPC: You need to be registered with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) to practice in the UK.

Core Skills

1. Clinical Assessment Skills: Ability to perform thorough assessments to understand the client’s needs, abilities, and limitations.

2. Therapeutic Skills: Knowledge of various therapeutic techniques and interventions to assist clients in achieving their goals.

3. Problem-Solving: Ability to develop creative solutions and adapt treatment plans based on clients' progress and feedback.

4. Communication Skills: Strong verbal and written communication skills to interact effectively with clients, families, and colleagues.

5. Empathy and Compassion: Ability to understand and relate to the struggles of clients, providing supportive and tailored care.

Interpersonal Skills

1. Teamwork: Ability to work collaboratively with other healthcare professionals, including doctors, physiotherapists, and social workers.

2. Cultural Competence: Understanding and respecting diversity in clients' backgrounds, beliefs, and preferences.

3. Adaptability: Ready to adjust practices and approaches based on different environments and client needs.

Organizational Skills

1. Time Management: Ability to manage caseloads effectively and prioritize tasks to meet client needs.

2. Record Keeping: Competence in maintaining accurate and detailed patient records, ensuring adherence to legal and professional standards.

Continuous Professional Development

1. Lifelong Learning: Commitment to ongoing education and training to keep skills and knowledge up to date with the latest practices and regulations in occupational therapy.

Additional Experience

1. Work Experience: Gaining relevant experience during internships or placements is invaluable, as it helps develop practical skills and professionalism in the field.

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