Full Time
Pwllheli, Wales, United Kingdom
26,928 - 29,551 £ / Year
Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board
Job Summary
We have an exciting opportunity to join the Community Occupational Therapy team in Dwyfor, working within the hospital and following patients into the community. The post holder will work closely with the Registered Occupational Therapist, who will provide supervision and support.
Main duties of the job
Clinical Support and Patient Care:
Assist therapists in the delivery of the highest standards of patient care, following treatment plans devised by Occupational Therapists.
Engage in the treatment of patients, providing support as needed and ensuring that therapy sessions are conducted effectively and safely.
Demonstrate and issue daily living equipment as prescribed by an Occupational Therapist, ensuring patients understand its use and feel confident in using the equipment.
Assist in the assessment of patient progress and report findings to the therapists to facilitate ongoing treatment planning
Administrative Duties: Such as therapist and own diary management, Stock management, patient record keeping,
Team Collaboration: such as working as part of the MDT, participate in team meetings and MDT’s
Education and Training: E.G. Engaging in professional development, Team training sessions, supporting and guiding new team members. Person Specification
Experience
Essential
Quality Credit Framework qualification at level 3 e.g. A level; NVQ or OCN related to Health & Social Care
Relevant experience of working within a Healthcare environment, delivering therapy programmes
Understanding of the role of occupational therapy
Basic knowledge of main conditions relevant to area of speciality and the effects of illness on function
Ability to meet the travel requirements of the post Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications.
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