Occupational Therapist inBridgnorth inBridgnorth PUBLISHED
FRI 8 NOV 2024
In addition, the Occupational Therapist will have opportunities for clinical supervision and continuing professional development, fostering an environment of growth and support. The position also includes responsibilities for supervising junior staff, rehabilitation technicians, and students, promoting their professional development while enhancing overall service delivery to meet the needs of the local population. Early application is encouraged due to the potential for early closure of the vacancy.
We are seeking a motivated Occupational Therapist to join our Locality Therapy Team. The successful individual will be based at Bridgnorth Community Hospital. They will join an enthusiastic and supportive multi-disciplinary team in providing high quality care and rehabilitation.
The successful individual must have an interest and experience in Community rehabilitation and be able to work as an autonomous practitioner. The post holders' main responsibilities will be providing occupational therapy assessment and rehabilitation to patients in Community, who have a wide range of conditions and complex needs. They will be working alongside colleagues to contribute to safe and effective Treatment plan within the Community Setting.
We have a strong commitment to clinical supervision and Continuing Professional Development (CPD), offering a supportive and proactive environment with opportunities for supervision, training and peer support, both locally and County wide. This post will be involved in supervision of junior staff, rehabilitation technicians and students.
Please note this vacancy may close early if a high volume of applications is received, we advise you submit your application early to avoid disappointment.
- To provide a high quality seamless Occupational Therapy service from Acute or Community Hospital to Community, responsive to the needs of the local population as part of a cohesive multidisciplinary team.
- To work as a key member of the multidisciplinary team (MDT) that is responsive to the needs of the local population, working flexibly to respond to the changing needs of the patient.
- To provide a key role in facilitating the seamless transition from community hospital to patient's own home and transferring the care of the patient to other appropriate services to maximise the patient's independence and quality of life.
- To provide supervision, facilitate the personal and professional development of junior members of staff, enhancing their skills and knowledge and where appropriate line management.
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