Inpatient Occupational Therapist

Our well known client has a fantastic permanent vacancy in their hospital in North West London, Woking inpatient.

J800009115
Senior Occupational Therapist Band 6 - Permanent
Salary: £46,512
Location: Northwest London
Hours: 37.5
Client Group: Inpatients Wards - stroke, neuro rehab, ortho experience

The inpatient therapies team at the Hospital provides specialist assessment and treatment to patients admitted to the wards, when clinically indicated. Our aim is to deliver evidence-based, high quality care, which is achieved through a clear governance strategy, service planning, development and multidisciplinary team working.

Job Purpose :
* To work as an autonomous practitioner, within scope of practice and deliver a quality clinical service; meeting the clinical and strategic needs of the hospital.
* To provide specialised assessment and intervention for a varied caseload of inpatients and outpatients including patients who may have complex presentations.
* To develop and foster productive relationships with key stakeholders e.g. Consultants, GPs, patient groups and other links.
* To develop and promote a positive, dynamic image and culture to both internal and external stakeholders. At all times striving to reflect and encourage the hospital's values.

To Qualify:
* BSc (hons) degree in Occupational Therapy or diploma or equivalent
* Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) registration for Occupational Therapy
* Evidence of post graduate professional development
* Evidence of study or intending to study at Masters level
* Member of specialist interest group

Experience:
* Experience of working with an array of patients in the inpatient occupational therapy setting.
* Experience of working in the outpatient occupational therapy setting.
* Experience of a wide range of approaches for the management of complex patients.
* Knowledge and experience of audit and research.
* Experience of multidisciplinary team working.
* Experience of working at Band 6 level

Skills & Knowledge:
* Knowledge and competencies equivalent to demands of the post.
* Knowledge and competencies as a clinical expert within occupational therapy services.
* Evidence of advanced clinical reasoning in the management of complex patients.
* Ability to demonstrate a commitment to best practice and awareness of relevant national standards/guidelines.
* A level of English language competency and

Why join this client:
* Support
* Excellent Salary
* Progression

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