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Occupational Therapist

Piers Meadows Recruitment
Posted 12 hours ago, valid for a month
Location

Leyland, Lancashire PR267AD, England

Salary

Ā£32,000 - Ā£38,400 per annum

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Contract type

Part Time

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  • The Occupational Therapist position in Children's Therapy Services is based in Leyland and covers the Chorley and South Ribble areas.
  • This full-time role, scheduled from November 1, 2024, to February 28, 2025, requires experience in pediatric occupational therapy, particularly with conditions like DCD, ASD, and ADHD.
  • The role involves assessing and treating children aged 3 to teens, conducting clinic-based, school, and home visits.
  • Key responsibilities include developing individualized treatment plans, engaging with families, and collaborating with schools and care providers.
  • The position is a Band 6 role, with a salary range typically associated with this band in the NHS.

Job Title: Occupational Therapist - Childrenā€™s Therapy ServicesLocation: Leyland House, Lancashire Business Park, Centurion Way, Leyland, PR26 6TYRegion: Leyland (covering Chorley and South Ribble areas)Contract Duration: 1st November 2024 - 28th February 2025Schedule: Full-Time, Monday - Friday, 8:30am - 4:30pmBand: Band 6

Role Summary:Childrenā€™s Therapy Services is seeking an experienced Occupational Therapist to work with a diverse pediatric caseload. This role involves assessing and treating children (ages 3-teen) with various conditions, including developmental coordination disorder (DCD), autism spectrum disorder (ASD), ADHD, rheumatology issues, and behavioral or neurological challenges. The role includes clinic-based, school, and home visits within the Chorley and South Ribble areas.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Conduct assessments and develop individualized treatment plans for children with motor coordination difficulties, behavior challenges, rheumatology issues affecting hand function, and neurological/genetic conditions.
  • Use specific standardized assessments, including BOT, DASH, VMI, and Oxford 24/7 postural management, to guide clinical decisions.
  • Engage in triage conversations with families, conduct telephone consultations, and provide signposting to relevant resources.
  • Collaborate with families, schools, and other care providers to adapt environments and support the childā€™s development and safety.
  • Complete equipment assessments and follow-up reviews as needed.

Essential Skills and Experience:

  • Experience in pediatric occupational therapy, particularly with motor coordination, behavioral, and neurological conditions.
  • Proficiency with standardized assessment tools and the ability to adapt interventions based on clinical observations.
  • Excellent communication skills for family consultations and interdisciplinary collaboration.

Support:This role is fully supported by a structured framework of departmental forms, proformas, and resources to aid in consistent, high-quality service delivery.

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