Band 6 Occupational Therapist - Community care

Band 6 Occupational Therapist - Community Care

(Minimum 6 months NHS experience is mandatory)

Band: Band 6Job Role: Occupational Therapist - Community CareLocation: Leeds Community Healthcare NHS TrustPay Rates: £22.65 per hourPay Mechanism: Direct EngagementContract Duration: 15/11/2024 to 15/02/2025

About the Trust:Leeds Community Healthcare NHS Trust delivers high-quality, patient-centered care to communities across Leeds. Committed to innovation and collaboration, the trust supports the development of its staff while improving the health and well-being of its diverse population.

Job Overview:We are seeking a motivated and skilled Band 6 Community Occupational Therapist to join our dynamic team. This role involves managing your own caseload, providing meaningful rehabilitation in community settings, and making a positive impact on patients' lives. The role also offers opportunities to develop skills in triage, rapid response, and managing deteriorating and long-term conditions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide holistic rehabilitation tailored to individual patient needs in community settings.
• Manage your own caseload, delegating tasks to therapy assistants and others to optimize outcomes.
• Work closely with multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality care.
• Develop leadership skills by supporting therapy assistants, students, and peers.
• Participate in clinical supervision, peer support, and continuing professional development (CPD).
• Contribute to service improvement projects across the trust and wider healthcare partners.

Requirements:

• Degree in Occupational Therapy and HCPC registration.
• Experience working in community healthcare or similar settings.
• Strong communication, leadership, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams.
• A commitment to professional development and improving patient outcomes.