Occupational Therapist

• To ensure that all clinical activities comply with relevant legislation, professional codes, Trust policies and local procedures, taking appropriate responsibility for maintaining safe and accountable standards within the area of practice.
• To assess and manage clinical risks within the allocated caseload, identifying potential concerns and escalating appropriately to relevant professionals while ensuring suitable risk management measures are maintained.
• To communicate effectively with patients, relatives, carers and colleagues using appropriate verbal and non-verbal techniques, adapting communication approaches to overcome barriers such as cognitive, sensory, language and communication difficulties.
• To maintain accurate and comprehensive clinical documentation, ensuring assessment, treatment, outcomes and relevant patient information are recorded and communicated through appropriate reports, letters and professional records.
• To deputise for senior staff when required, supporting the day-to-day operational running of the service by allocating work, coordinating staff activity and responding to changing service priorities.
• To maintain and manage appropriate departmental resources and equipment, ensuring supplies are available, equipment is used safely and staff are appropriately supported in its use in accordance with relevant departmental procedures.

Essential

• HCPC registered Occupational Therapist with a relevant Occupational Therapy degree or equivalent qualification.
• NHS experience with strong clinical problem-solving and ability to manage a complex caseload independently.
• Knowledge of Occupational Therapy models, relevant legislation, professional standards and clinical governance.
• Excellent communication, organisation and teamwork skills, with the ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team.
• Evidence of CPD, reflective practice and experience supporting supervision, teaching, audit or service development.