Occupational Therapist inManchester inManchester PUBLISHED
TUE 5 NOV 2024
NHS Professionals Limited rOX1jVLY
You will also have the opportunity to supervise and mentor junior staff and students while participating in service improvement initiatives to enhance patient outcomes. This position is ideal for those looking to make a significant impact on patient care in both hospital and community environments.
Are you a dedicated Occupational Therapist looking to make a real difference in acute and community settings? If yes, join the OPAL (Older Peoples Assessment and Liaison) and Integrated Assessment Team (IAT) at MFT to provide rapid assessment and support for patients within the hospital's acute medical units.
In this role, you will be an integral part of a multi-professional team, delivering specialized therapy interventions to older adults in acute areas, including the Emergency Department, Acute Medical Unit, and Clinical Decisions Unit. You will conduct advanced assessments, manage your caseload independently, and facilitate early discharges while reducing unnecessary hospital admissions.
Provide comprehensive therapy assessments and develop treatment plans tailored to patient needs.
Work autonomously to manage a diverse caseload and deliver high-quality, patient-focused care.
Collaborate with community therapy services to ensure smooth patient transitions and continuity of care.
Supervise and mentor junior staff, therapy assistants, and students, ensuring excellence in practice.
Participate in service improvement initiatives, audits, and evidence-based projects to enhance patient outcomes.
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