Band 6 Occupational Therapist - Recovery & Reablement Team

Job description

JOB-20240905-7a6f785b

Job Title: Band 6 Occupational Therapist - Recovery & Reablement Team
Specialism: Occupational Therapy
Location: Norwich, Norfolk, UK
Salary: Up to £26.00 per hour
Type: Full-time, Ongoing

This exciting opportunity is full-time and ongoing, offering a chance to positively impact lives within the vibrant setting of Norwich. Working as part of an integrated multidisciplinary team, you will be involved in both community and inpatient rehabilitation, contributing to the Intermediate Beds and Urgent Community Response (UCR). You will focus on recovery and reablement therapy, aiming to improve patients' functional outcomes and support their journey back to independence.

Perks and Benefits:

• Locum Occupational Therapist: Enjoy the flexibility and diversity of work that will enrich your career experience. Dive into varied assignments that keep every day interesting and rewarding.
• Competitive Pay: Enjoy a competitive hourly rate as you make a tangible difference in people's lives.
• Professional Networking: Use this opportunity to expand your professional network and gain exposure to a wide range of clinical settings.

What you will do:

• Assess and treat patients within intermediate care and reablement services.
• Complete functional assessments and rehabilitation planning.
• Support admission avoidance and urgent community response pathways.
• Facilitate safe discharge planning and patient flow.
• Assess and recommend equipment to promote independence.
• Deliver recovery-focused occupational therapy interventions.
• Work with patients to maximise functional outcomes.
• Liaise effectively with multidisciplinary teams, carers, and families.
• Complete risk assessments and clinical documentation.
• Support patients within community and intermediate bed settings.

Requirements:

• A degree or diploma in Occupational Therapy and HCPC registration.
• Experience within a Band 6 Occupational Therapy role, including intermediate care and reablement.
• Community rehabilitation and functional assessment experience are essential.
• Strong clinical reasoning and assessment skills.
• Ability to work independently and within multidisciplinary teams.

Why Norwich:

Norwich is a city that perfectly blends history with a modern outlook, offering rich cultural experiences, stunning countryside, and a warm, welcoming community. The city provides excellent amenities and leisure opportunities, making it a wonderful place to live and work. Embrace the unique charm and lifestyle that Norwich has to offer while advancing your occupational therapy career in an inspiring environment.

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