Occupational Therapists will be expected to manage their caseload autonomously, adhere to professional conduct standards, and engage in continuous professional development. The position offers opportunities for growth and skill enhancement, supported by the senior occupational therapist and a commitment to delivering excellent service across integrated pathways in healthcare. Flexibility and adaptability are essential due to the varying nature of the roles within the acute and community settings.
An exciting opportunity is available for an Occupational Therapist to join our innovative team at Princess Alexandra Hospital NHS Trust, based in Harlow, Essex, United Kingdom. We provide ongoing care to a broad range of patients, ranging from those who are critically unwell, to those who need minimal rehabilitation or assessment and advice.
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.
In return, you will be supported in your efforts to build on your previous experience to further develop your clinical competencies and leadership skills.
Current rotations are 6 months within:
- Acute Medicine
- Surgery
- Orthopaedics
- A&E, short stay wards and Frailty
- Palliative Care
- Possible community rotations with our partners in Hertfordshire and Essex
Rotations and place of work may change according to the evolving nature of the integrated pathways across acute and community teams. A flexible and adaptable approach will be necessary to ensure delivery of an excellent OT service across all pathways.
To provide an Occupational Therapy Service for Acute Inpatients at Princess Alexandra Hospital.
Take responsibility for a specified caseload undertaking assessment, treatment, and evaluation of patients referred to the service
To work as part of a Multi-disciplinary/Agency team
Work as an autonomous professional according to College of Occupational Therapy 'Code of Ethics and Professional Conduct' and the 'Health Professions Council Regulations'
Actively participate in Continuing Professional Development and contribute to the development of in-service training
Work under the indirect supervision of the senior occupational therapist and carry out clinical and administrative duties.
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