Occupational Therapist

This is a great opportunity for an OT with an interest in stroke who is looking to improve their skills in stroke management in a supportive and friendly team. The post is to cover a secondment.The post holder will assess, plan and develop specialist OT treatment programmes for patients/clients with a wide variety of complex and highly complex physical, psychological and cognitive needs following Stroke. The aim of the community stroke rehabilitation team is to facilitate discharges from acute settings, provide specialist rehab to improve function, independence and living well after stroke and to prevent readmission to hospital

Main duties of the job

• To assess, plan, implement and monitor care, facilitating best practice andevidence based, person centred careTo be a resource and provide specialist advice, education and support to other health care personnel and people who have had a StrokeTo be actively involved in monitoring and developing the the Stroke service, to ensure patients receive sustainable high quality care that is effective and safeTo select and conduct standardised cognitive and perceptual testing to identify areas affecting functional ability and indicateneed for further need for further assessment/treatmentTo be able to work independently, after a period of induction/education .Contribute to the training and supervision of Occupational Therapists, Support Workers and other professionals within the multi-disciplinary team within specialism of StrokeBe available to adapt and accommodate service demands, this may be in a challenging and intense situation.

About us

Looking for a job to fit around you and your lifestyle? Perhaps you're ready to take your next step, considering a career change, or seeking a rewarding new role where you can make a real difference.

At Sirona care & health we provide local communities with a range of high-quality specialist healthcare services across Bristol, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire. From clinical to clerical, we offer a variety of location-based and community roles to choose from with hours to fit around you.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see the attached Job Description for a full list of duties and responsibilities before applying for this position.

Person Specification

Skills

Essential

1. To contribute to the MDT by taking an interdisciplinary approach to rehab.
2. Ability to independently manage a caseload.

Desirable

1. Experience of service development.

Experience

Essential

1. Experience of community rehab after stroke.
2. Specialist skills in assessment and management of occupational therapy issues after a stroke.

Qualifications

Essential

1. Degree/Diploma in Occupational Therapy.
2. Registration with RCOT.
3. HCPC Registration.