Specialist Occupational Therapist (Band 6)

We are seeking a highly skilled and dedicated Specialist Occupational Therapist Band 6 to join our dynamic Therapy team. As an autonomous practitioner, you will assess, diagnose, and manage a complex caseload of patients, utilizing your specialist knowledge and clinical expertise to deliver exceptional care.

In this role, you will work closely with multidisciplinary colleagues to ensure the delivery of a cohesive, patient-centered service that promotes optimal patient flow, safe discharges, and high-quality care. You will also play a key role in supporting your team through training, supervision, and performance appraisals, ensuring the smooth operation of the service.

Key Responsibilities:

• Autonomous Practice: Assess, diagnose, and manage a complex caseload of patients, adhering to the Professional Code of Conduct and Health and Care Professions Council Regulations.
• Specialist Expertise: Apply specialist knowledge and advanced clinical skills developed through experience and postgraduate training.
• Collaborative Care: Work closely with team leads and senior therapists to ensure effective service delivery and optimal patient outcomes.
• Team Leadership: Support the training, supervision, and appraisal of team members, contributing to their professional development.
• Operational Efficiency: Collaborate with senior therapists to ensure the delivery of a streamlined, efficient operational service.
• Specialist Advice: Act as a specialist resource, providing expert advice and support within the Therapy Centre, Trust, and wider health economy.
• Effective Communication: Demonstrate excellent communication skills when working with patients, carers, colleagues, and the Multi-Disciplinary Team (MDT).
• Audit Participation: Engage in audit activities as part of the ongoing quality improvement process.
• Flexible Working: Contribute to cover arrangements within the Therapy Centre as required, ensuring continuity of service and safety.

Required Qualifications and Skills:

• Professional Qualifications: Degree or equivalent in Occupational Therapy, HCPC registration as an Occupational Therapist.
• Specialist Knowledge: Extensive clinical experience, including postgraduate training, in the relevant area of practice.
• Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to work effectively within a team and engage with patients and their families.
• Leadership Skills: Ability to provide guidance and support to junior staff, contributing to their development and ensuring a high standard of service delivery.
• Flexibility: Ability to work flexibly across different clinical areas as required.

Why Join Us:

• Work within a supportive and forward-thinking team.
• Develop your skills in a specialist role, with opportunities for professional growth.
• Be part of a Trust that values its staff and promotes a positive working environment.

If you are passionate about delivering high-quality care and ready to take on a key role within our Therapy team, we would love to hear from you.