Band 6 - Occupational Therapist - Dementia

Sanctuary Personnel

  • Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk
  • £26.00 per hour
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 1 month ago
  • Apply easily
JOB-20240905-7a6f785bBand 6 Occupational Therapist in DementiaJob Location: Bury St Edmunds, UK
Salary: £26 per hour
Job Type: Locum, Full time
Duration: OngoingWe have an excellent opportunity for an experienced Occupational Therapist to join a Dementia Intensive Support Team in Bury St Edmunds. Offering a competitive hourly rate of £26, this ongoing locum position allows you to utilise and enhance your skills, providing the perfect platform for both personal and professional growth. Full-time positions are available, presenting the opportunity to make a positive impact daily in the lives of those with dementia.Perks and benefits:
  • Ready to be rewarded for your expertise? Enjoy competitive pay that recognises your dedication and skill.
  • Looking for professional growth in a fulfilling environment? This opportunity is ideal! With flexible shifts, you can seamlessly balance your personal and work life.
  • Join a vibrant work environment where support and teamwork are front and centre.
  • Experience variety and challenge each day, broadening your skills and making a real difference.
  • In addition, working locum allows you to expand your professional network and gain diverse experience.
What you will do:- Provide urgent responses to individuals with cognitive impairments and their carers, both via telephone and in person.
- Manage caseloads efficiently, ensuring patient needs are met promptly and effectively.
- Use your assessment skills, including risk assessment, to tailor support and intervention plans.
- Work collaboratively with other stakeholders, communicating decisions to the multidisciplinary team (MDT).
- Partake in MDT discussions, reflective practice, and supervision, contributing to a team-focused approach.
- Competently apply the Mental Capacity Act in practice, ensuring ethical standards are consistently maintained.
- Triage cases to determine the needs of the family system and document decisions accurately.Requirements:- HCPC registration is essential.
- Minimum of 2 years of experience working with people with dementia and their carers.
- PMVA training is required.
- A car driver is preferable to facilitate community visits and support.Bury St Edmunds is a wonderful place to live and work, offering a rich history, beautiful architecture, and vibrant culture. With its welcoming community and picturesque surroundings, it's more than just a place to work; it's where you can truly thrive. Don't miss out on the chance to contribute to a meaningful cause while enjoying everything this charming town has to offer.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.

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