Rotational Occupational TherapistinBrightoninBrightonPUBLISHED FRI 13 DEC 2024

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Band 6 Occupational Therapist to join out team at the Royal Sussex County Hospital based in Brighton. The ideal candidate will have a passion for Occupational Therapy; excellent communication skills and enthusiasm with the ability to work autonomously and as a part of the wider MDT.

You will be responsible for providing a high standard of assessment, advice, treatment and evaluation of patients referred to the acute Inpatient Occupational Therapy Service, including patients with varying presentations and complex physical and psychological conditions.

Current rotations cover various specialties includingvascular/amputee, medicine, palliative, A&E and Major Trauma. Rotations may change according to the evolving nature of the integrated pathways across acute teams. A flexible and adaptable approach will be necessary to ensure delivery of an excellent OT service across all pathways.

We can offer:o A supportive working environment with regular supervision and CPD opportunities.o A good profile within a well-integrated hospital and community serviceso Band 6 peer supporto Opportunity to contribute to service developmento Development of highly specialist skills within various specialities

To provide specialist occupational therapy interventions using evidence based, flexible and patient-centred approach, working within a Multi-Disciplinary Team to meet the health and social care needs of people who are referred to our services.

To perform a specialist occupational therapy role for patients referred to the post holder's clinical team with complex health and social care needs.

To provide supervision and leadership for relevant junior members of occupational therapy staff in conjunction with the team leader.

To participate in the planning, development and evaluation of Occupational Therapy services within a designated specialist team.

To provide supervision and training for students on practice placement

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