Acute Stroke Occupational Therapist

Location:

Derbyshire, East Midlands, United Kingdom

Salary:

£20 – £23 per hour

Type:

Contract

Start Date:

ASAP

Contract Period:

Ongoing

Main Industry:

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Advertiser:

Just OT

Job ID:

131564269

Posted On:

03 February 2025

JustOT are looking to recruit a band 6 Acute Occupational Therapist for a locum position with our client in Derbyshire.

The pay for this position is GBP20 – GBP23 per hour, and we are looking for someone who can start as soon as possible for an ongoing duration.

Successful candidates must hold a degree in occupational therapy and be HCPC registered.

Job Description:
Hold Occupational Therapy degree (MSc or BSc) and full HCPC registration
Minimum 12 months of NHS experience in an acute stroke/ neuro setting
Evidence of relevant stroke/ neuro specific training . This role will involve working closely with a highly skilled MDT, completing both single and joint sessions with a wide range of stroke patients in an acute inpatient setting.

Clinical Skills: Conduct comprehensive Occupational Therapy assessments with acute stroke patients, formulate and deliver individual treatment plans, skilled patient handling, identify appropriate discharge options and co-ordinate safe discharges, recommending and prescribing adaptive equipment and aids.

Knowledge and Understanding: Understanding of strokes as a condition, specifically acute stroke. To be familiar with Occupational Therapy models of practice, knowledge of National Stroke recommendations and guidelines.

Communication Skills: Clear compassionate communication with patients, effective communication, and collaboration with members of the MDT, accurate and concise documentation in medical notes and onward referrals.

Time Management: Ability to manage a dynamic and often high-volume caseload, prioritising patients based on clinical needs.

Ethical and Professional Practice; upholding patient autonomy, respecting diversity and maintain confidentiality. Ability to assess and interpret standardised cognitive assessments.
Ability to analyse functional assessments.
Must be computer literate.
Able to assess and prescribe a range of equipment aids

When you work with JustOT, you will have access to a range of benefits that will support you in your role. Our dedicated one-to-one service ensures that you have the support you need to thrive in your role. Our fast-track registration process allows you to start your new role as soon as possible. The excellent rates of pay, and assistance with travel and accommodation are designed to make your transition as smooth as possible. We also offer weekly pay that is always on time, and access to exclusive NHS and private sector jobs. There is no registration fee, and you will have access to free online training and nationwide occupational therapy job opportunities.

If you are not available for this position, we encourage you to refer a friend and take advantage of our GBP250 referral bonus. T&C’s apply.

If you’re interested in working as a locum with JustOT, apply now!

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