Occupational Therapist

• To act as a positive role model for colleagues by demonstrating professional accountability, sound clinical judgement and appropriate decision-making, while recognising personal limitations and seeking senior guidance when required.
• To manage an allocated caseload effectively by organising daily activities, prioritising competing demands and reviewing client progress, ensuring treatment plans remain appropriate to changing needs and circumstances.
• To undertake appropriate clinical, functional and environmental assessments for clients with complex needs, using recognised assessment methods and specialist equipment to inform safe and effective clinical decisions.
• To support clients and carers through education, motivation and practical instruction, helping them develop confidence in managing daily activities, using prescribed equipment and maintaining their independence following treatment.
• To coordinate communication between clients, carers and relevant professionals, contributing to clinical discussions and providing appropriate occupational therapy guidance to support coordinated decision-making and continuity of care.
• To maintain accurate clinical documentation, including reports, correspondence and discharge records, while ensuring practice complies with professional standards, clinical governance requirements, health and safety procedures and relevant organisational policies.

Essential

• To be successful in applying for this role you will need:
• Occupational Therapy degree or diploma with state registration.
• Minimum two years post-qualification Occupational Therapy experience.
• Experience in rehabilitation and managing a varied clinical caseload.
• Strong communication, clinical decision-making and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to undertake home visits, moving and handling, and equipment fitting.