Occupational Therapist

Working as an Occupational Therapist, you will providing an effective service to older people and adults with a physical and/or sensory impairment and their carers in North Somerset.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Assessing the occupational therapy needs of service users to develop a proportionate programme of interventions to meet their needs.
• Managing a caseload of service users with a variety of clinical needs with appropriate supervision from Senior Occupational Therapist.
• Providing support and advice to identified groups or individuals as detailed within the assessment framework.
• Providing equipment or minor adaptations to address identified need within the agreed limits.
• Carrying out duty on a rota basis, responding to referrals, enquiries and emergencies in a timely way.
• Taking a lead role in developing a range of interventions with clear outcomes within the remit of the Weston Integrated Care Team.

Requirements:

• Diploma or Degree in Occupational Therapy.
• Registered as an Occupational Therapist with Health and Care Professionals Council.
• Knowledge and understanding of assistive equipment/aids including Telecare.
• Knowledge and understanding of legislation relating to Occupational Therapy in health and social care settings.
• Ability to work well under pressure
• Enhanced DBS. Dated within the last 12 months- on the update service? You could be fast tracked through our recruitment process today.

Working with Archer Resourcing Ltd:

We have been helping all health care professionals find exciting new roles for a number of years, so we know exactly where to look when it comes to sourcing the best opportunities. We operate across the UK, and, with amazing relationships with the biggest employers in UK social care, we give you the best chance of landing your next role.

We have a reputation for recruiting efficiently, however, we can only respond to candidates who meet the exact requirements of the position. If you have any queries about a role or application, then please call Archer direct on the provided contact details.

Due the high demand of CV's received we are unable to respond to all applications. However, we may hold your CV on file and contact you for future suitable roles.

We also offer a £250 referral bonus should you know of anyone who may be interested.

Must be eligible be work in the U.K.