Occupational Therapist in Great Yarmouth inGreat Yarmouth PUBLISHED MON 9 DEC 2024 Jump to job information section

Band 5: £29,970 to £36,483 a year Gross per annum PERMANENT GOOD SALARY

Norfolk & Suffolk Foundation NHS Trust rZxavdm0

Job description

We are looking to recruit a Band 5 Occupational Therapist to join our team at Great Yarmouth Acute Services, Northgate Hospital. The successful candidate will be working in a team and will be given the opportunity to develop their knowledge and skills within acute mental health by working with a Multi Disciplinary Team (MDT).

The successful candidate will work within the OT team in an acute setting. They will be required to supervise and support 2 other staff members, an activity coordinator and an OT assistant, to implement person centred OT interventions and promote the OT profession within this setting. The successful candidate will work under the supervision and guidance of an experienced Senior Occupational Therapist in order to refine their skills and develop within this role.

You will have the opportunity to develop strong therapeutic relationships with our service users during their admission to hospital which will support your professional approach and guide your assessments and interventions in order to make admissions meaningful and purposeful. You will be given the opportunity to network and develop professional relationships with community teams and professionals to promote the recovery and discharge of our service users. You will also liaise with third sector services within the local community in order to signpost and engage our service users in meaningful activities to promote their recovery when leaving hospital.

You will be expected to take a clinical role in the OT assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of services for clients.Contribute to and participate in multi-disciplinary team assessments.Be involved in the planning, development, delivery and evaluation of person-centred care planning and person-centred formulations.Provide a first line response to referrals, providing where necessary a health and social care needs assessment or meeting the needs already identified in a health and social care needs assessment.

About us
We would like to employ a compassionate, proactive, adaptable and resilient Occupational Therapist who demonstrates, leadership and initiative within their role.

The successful candidate will be given the opportunity and time to engage in their Continuous Professional Development (CPD) by identifying areas in their profession that they would like to develop and being able to utilise opportunities and training within the Trust and wider sector to develop and flourish within their professional role and career.

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Useful skills for an Occupational Therapist: Click to view

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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