Band 6 Occupational Therapist

Surrey, England, gb

Are you an Occupational Therapist specialising in Neurology?

Our NHS client is seeking an experienced and compassionate Band 6 Occupational Therapist to join their neurological service based in Sutton, Surrey. This full-time position is available to start immediately for an initial period of 3 months .

Location: Sutton, Surrey
Position: Band 6 Occupational Therapist
Hours: Full-time, 35 hours per week (Monday to Friday, excluding bank holidays; typically 8.30am to 4.00pm)
Duration: Immediate start until 5 November 2024
Pay: Competitive, to be discussed upon application
Car Driver with Own Vehicle Essential

Key Responsibilities:

Provide a specialist level of clinical skill in paediatric occupational therapy, delivering high-quality assessments and interventions tailored to the needs of each child. Manage a clinical caseload of children attending Perseid Special Schools as specified by the service, independently handling and prioritising your workload to ensure effective service provision. Conduct comprehensive assessments and implement therapeutic interventions for clients with complex neurological conditions, including stroke, head injury, Parkinson’s disease, multiple sclerosis, and progressive conditions. Engage in high-level clinical decision-making to support A&E four-hour targets and conduct risk assessments related to the physical moving and handling of complex, dependent patients. Analyse socio-environmental risks to facilitate swift discharge home, utilising your analytical and clinical reasoning skills alongside appropriate outcome measures. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement personalised care plans, ensuring holistic support for each patient. Provide training and guidance to other healthcare professionals and caregivers on effective therapeutic techniques and strategies. Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of assessments, interventions, and progress, ensuring compliance with professional and regulatory standards. 

Qualifications and Requirements:

  • HCPC registered as an Occupational Therapist
  • Relevant degree/qualifications in Occupational Therapy
  • Proven experience working with patients with neurological conditions, including stroke, head injury, Parkinson’s disease, multiple sclerosis, and progressive conditions
  • Experience in rehabilitation and management of long-term conditions
  • Community experience and experience working with adults and older adults
  • Experience working within a multidisciplinary team (MDT)
  • Full driver’s licence and own vehicle (essential for community visits)
  • Ability to develop a rapport with patients
  • Excellent time management and communication skills

    • Desirable:

  • EMIS trained and have an NHS SMART card

    • Additional Information:

  • Mileage can be claimed, but parking permits are not available to bank or agency staff.
  • JD available on request.

    • Not for you but know the ideal candidate?

    If you are registered with Pulse and refer a friend who then works over 200 hours with us, you can earn £300 per recommendation*.

    Important Note: We are unable to support or accept applications from candidates residing within the Red or Amber list of the Code of Practice for the international recruitment of health and social care personnel in England, based on the World Health Organisation (WHO) Workforce Support and Safeguard List.

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