Band 6 Occupational Therapist – Acute
- Golspie, Highland
- £32.37 per hour
- Permanent
- Full-time
– Perform specialist functional assessments of patients with diverse and complex physical and psychological conditions in acute hospital settings.
– Use remedial and compensatory approaches to treat occupational performance deficits employing recognised treatment methods within your scope of practice.
– Implement and facilitate individual and group clinical intervention programmes in collaboration with OT assistants and other professionals to support recovery and discharge planning.
– Assess patients’ capacity for consent, ensuring valid informed consent is obtained within legal frameworks.
– Monitor, evaluate, and modify interventions to measure progress and ensure effectiveness.
– Manage and prioritise complex caseloads effectively, using time-management and caseload weighting tools.
– Conduct home and ward-based assessments, including equipment prescription and training on safe use (e.g., wheelchairs).Supervision and Training:– Supervise, train, and provide clinical supervision to Band 5 Occupational Therapists, therapy technicians, assistants, and students.
– Delegate appropriate tasks and treatment plans to therapy technicians and junior staff, ensuring competency prior to task delegation.
– Contribute to the induction, education, and appraisal of new and junior staff members.
– Act as a clinical supervisor to students of all levels and support their learning and development.Multidisciplinary Teamwork and Communication:– Liaise regularly with multidisciplinary team members, including medical, nursing, social services, and voluntary agencies, to provide integrated, comprehensive care.
– Attend and actively contribute to ward rounds, case conferences, multidisciplinary meetings, and discharge planning.
– Communicate effectively with patients and carers, including those with communication difficulties, to ensure understanding and cooperation with treatment plans.
– Write comprehensive reports on patient assessments, treatment outcomes, and recommendations for other healthcare professionals.Service Development and Management:– Participate in service development projects, clinical governance initiatives, audits, and evaluation of clinical pathways and policies.
– Take responsibility for the smooth running of the department as requested, including deputising for senior staff and cross-covering during absences.
– Contribute to operational planning and implementation of policy within the team.
– Manage financial and physical resources responsibly, including ordering and maintaining equipment and ensuring safe use.Work Patterns and Flexibility:– Work shifts including weekends, bank holidays, early and late shifts, often as part of a 7-day working rota to meet clinical needs.
– Be flexible to work across multiple hospital sites or wards as required to accommodate service demands.Physical and Mental Effort:– Undertake therapeutic handling of patients, manual moving and handling, and work in restricted spaces or varied environments including community settings.
– Manage competing demands, unpredictable work patterns, and maintain mental effort in complex assessment and treatment planning.Golspie offers a remarkable location that combines the charm of a small town with the stunning landscapes of the Scottish Highlands. Living and working in Golspie provides a serene environment with ample opportunities for outdoor adventures and a strong sense of community. With its rich history and natural beauty, Golspie is truly a wonderful place to call home. Join us and embark on an enriching career journey in a place where work-life balance and professional satisfaction are second to none.Working with Sanctuary Personnel:Sanctuary Personnel is a trusted and award-winning agency for roles. With an ‘Excellent’ rating on Trustpilot from over 1,000 reviews and many prestigious industry awards, we are dedicated to finding you the best possible rates in roles that match your skills and experience.