Occuaptional Therapist - Stroke Unit

They are open to speaking to candidates on band 6 level with a view to offering a long-term contract with an hourly pay rate of £24 - £26 P/H.

POST PURPOSE:

1. To assess, diagnose/interpret and manage own specialist caseload of complex patients as an autonomous practitioner in accordance with Professional Code of Conduct and Health and Care Professions Council Regulations.

2. To have developed, through experience and postgraduate training, the specialist knowledge and clinical skills required for the post.

3. The post holder will work in close co-operation with colleagues within all Care Groups to deliver a cohesive service that is user led ensuring a consistently high standard of patient care, optimal patient ow and safe timely discharge.

4. To work closely with team leads and senior therapists to ensure a robust structure of training, supervision and appraisal is delivered to all members within the team.

5. To work closely with team leads and senior therapists to ensure the delivery of an efficient operational service.

6. To act as a source of Specialist advice and support within the Therapy Centre and across the Trust and the wider health economy.

7. To have highly effective communication skills and demonstrate these on a continual basis with patients, carers, colleagues and the wider Multi-disciplinary Team (MDT).

8. To undertake audit as a part of the role.

9. To work flexibly as part of the cover arrangements within the Therapy Centre as required. The post holder will only be asked to work within their competencies and should be aware that notification of the need to move to a different clinical area may be communicated with little notice to ensure the safety of the service.

10. To use the Trust values at all times as a framework for own behaviour and encourage others to do likewise, ensuring the values underpin all that is done by the Therapy teams.

Essential criteria to be considered for this role:

• Minimum 6-12 months of NHS experience in acute setting, i.e. General Medicine, Elderly Care, Surgery (candidates who currently are gaining NHS experience on a Band 3 or Band 4 level will be considered as Band 5’s)

• Hold Occupational Therapy degree (MSc or BSc) and full HCPC registration

• Be available to commence the role within a maximum of 2 weeks from the confirmation and happy to commit to a minimum period of three months

Benefits:

Our market-leading benefits package includes:

• Daily PAYE Payroll

• Weekly Limited Company & Umbrella Payroll

• Dedicated Recruitment Consultant

• Fast-Track Registration

• Training & Support

• Excellent Referral Bonus

• Access to our Your Loyalty rewards

• Assistance with travel and accommodation

Is this you?

A suitable candidate for the role will ideally have previous experience in a similar role and love what they do. This individual is suited to someone who is a good listener, a great communicator and has a natural interest in problem-solving.

About Your World

Established in 2005, Your World is one of the leading providers of healthcare professionals throughout the UK and Ireland. Our primary focus is ensuring we deliver exceptional customer service, success and satisfaction to all clients and candidates. Last year, we provided our candidates with over 5 million hours of work!

Your World is an equal opportunities employer.

Sound like the perfect position for you? Click Apply Now or contact me on 02037516019. Alternatively, email Jariya at [email protected] to find out more about our Occupational Therapy jobs on offer in the UK.