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Band 6 Occupational Therapist - Acute General

Atlantis Medical
Posted 10 days ago, valid for 7 days
Location

Derby, Derbyshire DE23 8BA

Salary

£35,000 - £42,000 per annum

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Contract type

Full Time

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  • The University Hospitals of Derby and Burton NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a Band 6 Occupational Therapist for an acute role, requiring a minimum of 6 months NHS experience.
  • The position offers a pay rate of £22 per hour and has a contract duration from November 11, 2024, to December 20, 2024.
  • Key responsibilities include conducting patient assessments, collaborating with a multidisciplinary team, and providing patient-centered care to enhance independence and quality of life.
  • Candidates must possess a degree in Occupational Therapy, current HCPC registration, and strong communication and assessment skills.
  • Flexibility in working varied shifts is also required to meet the dynamic needs of acute care.

Band 6 Occupational Therapist - Acute

(Minimum 6 months NHS experience is mandatory)

Band: Band 6Job Role: Senior Occupational Therapist - AcuteLocation: University Hospitals of Derby and Burton NHS Foundation TrustPay Rate: £22 per hourPay Mechanism: Direct EngagementContract Duration: 11/11/2024 to 20/12/2024

About University Hospitals of Derby and Burton NHS Foundation Trust

University Hospitals of Derby and Burton (UHDB) NHS Foundation Trust is dedicated to providing high-quality patient care across a variety of specialties. As a key healthcare provider in the East Midlands, UHDB offers a supportive, innovative environment that encourages professional development and prioritizes patient outcomes. Working here provides the opportunity to make a meaningful impact within a collaborative and compassionate team.

Job Overview

As a Band 6 Occupational Therapist, you will play a crucial role in delivering assessment, treatment, and rehabilitation services to patients in acute settings, with a focus on general medicine and elderly care. Collaborating with a multidisciplinary team, you will support patients in regaining independence and enhancing their quality of life during and after their hospital stay.

Key Responsibilities
  • Assessment & Treatment: Perform comprehensive patient assessments in acute and elderly care settings, creating and implementing individualized treatment plans.
  • Multidisciplinary Collaboration: Coordinate patient care with healthcare professionals, including doctors, nurses, physiotherapists, and social workers.
  • Patient-Centered Care: Provide evidence-based therapeutic interventions to promote functional ability, independence, and well-being.
  • Documentation & Reporting: Document all patient interactions, treatment plans, and outcomes according to Trust guidelines.
  • Education & Support: Educate and support patients, families, and carers with self-management techniques and rehabilitation exercises.
Requirements
  • Qualifications: Degree in Occupational Therapy and current HCPC registration.
  • Experience: Proven experience in an acute hospital setting, ideally in general medicine and elderly care.
  • Skills: Strong assessment, planning, and evaluation skills with the ability to manage a complex caseload independently.
  • Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, able to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team.
  • Flexibility: Adaptability to dynamic acute care needs, with willingness to work varied shifts if required.

To apply for this role, please send your updated CV with the job reference number - BS/10060/OT6

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