Occupational Therapist

Salary: £33,000 – £40,800 per year

We are currently recruiting for an Occupational Therapist to join our team of Clinical professionals within a forensic independent Hospital. This is a fantastic opportunity for a qualified Occupational Therapist to enhance their skills across Mental Illness, Personality Disorder and Autism pathways meaning you get to experience multiple patient groups and adapt different working styles. You will be alongside an established team guaranteeing you the support, supervision and guidance needed to further your career. We will provide with further development opportunities throughout your journey with us.

We are flexible to peoples lives so can look at supporting your individual needs.

Job Requirements:

You will be a qualified Occupational Therapist wanting to take the next step on your career path and have a real passion for developing your skills in an ever changing environment. Both flexible and adaptable to the needs of the patient you will have a real desire to improve the lives of those around you and take a real satisfaction in making a difference.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Act as a Named Occupational therapist for identified patient(s) – ensuring all aspects of Care Planning are implemented and reviewed according to relevant protocols.

• Ensure all reports and risk assessments are concise accurate and clearly documented in line with the Code of Ethics and Professional Conduct (College of Occupational Therapists 2010) relevant, clearly identified and risk management plans are clear and consistent.

• Ensure that you make professional contributions to MDT decisions.

• Ensure that you complete and contribute to formal risk assessment documentation.

• Ensure that all standards of ward procedure are implemented to the highest standard

• Attend and take part in Ward Rounds, CPA’s and other meetings as required.

• Ensure correct procedures take place for the Admission and Discharge of Patients.

• To deliver formal psychological interventions following appropriate training.

Benefits

In return we offer our employees the following benefits:

• Competitive Salary

• Comprehensive training packages to assist in the long-term progression of your career

• Professional registration paid for

• 25 days annual leave + Bank Holidays

• Company pension scheme Free use of the onsite gym Lucrative referral scheme for bringing like minded people into the organisation

• Free Parking