We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Occupational Therapist to join a National Private Hospital Group in their Private Hospital in Bristol.
Hours: Full Time or 4 days considered
Occupational Therapist Job Role:
* To provide highly skilled and specialised assessment and treatment for patients within the in-patient/out-patient service, including pre-op assessment and a post-operative hand splinting clinic.
* Take lead role in occupational therapy assessment, diagnosis and treatment of patient caseload as required.
* To support the wider MDT with complex discharge planning and Falls assessments.
Duties & Responsibilities:
* Develop practice in the assessment of health and wellbeing needs.
* Develop practice in addressing patient’s health and wellbeing needs.
* Provide and receive complex, sensitive or contentious information.
* Develop knowledge and practice in own area of work.
* Develops a working environment and culture that actively improves health, safety and security.
* Develop and improve services.
* Improve quality.
* Enable people to exercise their rights and promote their equality and diversity.
* Lead others in the development of knowledge, ideas and work practices.
* Apply technology formeasurement, monitoring and treatment of patients.
* Acknowledge the risk of Healthcare Associated Infections (HCAI) and understand own responsibility as agreed with line manager in the prevention and control of HCAI.
Who we are looking for?
* Degree (BSc Hons Occupational therapy) or equivalent.
* Post-Graduate Diploma in specialist programme
* Post graduate experience in relevant specialism
* Experience of post-operative hand splinting
* Experience of clinical leadership e.g. developing peers
* Experience of applying clinical reasoning skills to a range of complex and varied caseloads
* Experience of working in partnership with consultants and participating in creating innovative solutions for new services
* Competence across a range of occupational therapy, management and leadership skills supported by skilled professional and specialist knowledge in the chosen occupational therapy specialism.
* Evidence of post registration continuing professional development
* Keeps abreast of clinical developments in specialism
* Trained on MS Office and other relevant packages
* Demonstrate principles of accountable practice
* English language to IELTS 7.0
* Willing to work flexible patterns e.g. evenings/weekends
* Registration with the Health Care Professions Council
* Empathy for principles and importance of EO and dignity at work
* Membership of Royal College of Occupational Therapy
Benefits:
* 35 days annual leave inclusive of bank holidays
* Employer and employee contributory pension with flexible retirement options
* Discount and cashback for over 1000 retailers
* Free wellness screening
* Private medical insurance
* Life assurance
* Free onsite car park.
Experienced Occupational Therapists Apply Today to Secure a Quick Interview!