Paediatric Occupational Therapist

JustOT

  • Hampshire
  • £20.00-27.00 per hour
  • Temporary
  • Full-time
  • 1 day ago
JustOT are recruiting for an Occupational Therapist at band 6/7 level specialising in Paediatric for a locum vacancy in Hampshire.The pay for this position is £20-£27 per hour, and we are looking for someone who can start as soon as possible for an ongoing duration.Job Title:
Occupational Therapist (Band 6 or 7 associate/self-employed)
Part time to full time, minimum of 18 hours per week
Term time to full time contract, with a minimum of 38 weeks per year
Ideally the candidate would reside in Hampshire or will be willing to relocate to this area. Farnborough / Basingstoke / Winchester / Southampton areas are covered by
our team.
Competitive pay rate/hour akin to current NHS salary bandings/locum rates.
Opportunity to move into a salaried position may be offered.Job Summary:
We are looking for a Band 6 or 7 paediatric OT to join our exciting and growing practice.
OT deliver assessments and treatment for children aged 2, right up to young adults, aged 25.
Services are either delivered in the community in schools, or the client's home, or in our clinic. We still occasionally deliver services online.
The majority of our clients are on the autistic spectrum, many with sensory needs as well as learning disabilities, specific learning difficulties and other co-occurring
conditions.Responsibilities and Duties:
  • Undertake OT assessments either in-house or in the community
  • Report writing and drawing up of treatment recommendations and therapy goals, ensuring regular re-evaluation of progress to the required standard
  • Provide OT support and guidance during therapy sessions
  • Maintain a high quality of clinical note writing following each OT session and when indicated, ensuring electronic records and activity are kept according to RCoT and HCPC standards
  • Liaise with and train parents / carers regarding treatment which can be provided at home
  • Liaise with and train other agencies involved, such as schools, support workers
  • Liaise with other agencies, such as other health professionals, Local Authorities
  • Undertake assessments which fulfil the criteria for EHCP application or tribunal procedure
  • Appearance at EHCP tribunal when required
  • Enable young person and parents / carers to access and use assistive devices where appropriate
  • Undergo regular, in-house clinical supervision
  • Attend such training sessions as Ace COT sees fit, in order to maintain high clinical standards
  • Mentor OT students as required
  • Ensure awareness of, and adherence to, Ace COT policies and procedures and refresh self regularly
Successful candidates must hold a degree in occupational therapy and be HCPC registered.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 £250 referral bonus. T&C's apply.If you're interested in working as a locum with JustOT, apply now!

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