Occupational Therapist - Piers Meadows Recruitment : Job Details

Job Title: Acute Occupational Therapist - Band 6Location: Morriston Hospital, SwanseaContract Type: Temporary (Until 31st December 2024)Working Hours: Full-time, Monday to Friday (8:00 AM - 4:00 PM, flexible start and finish times)Start Date: ASAP (4th November 2024)End Date: 31st December 2024Role Summary:

We are looking for an experienced Acute Occupational Therapist to join the 'Front Door Services' team at Morriston Hospital. This full-time, temporary role involves working with acute patients to assess, plan, and deliver targeted therapy interventions, helping them regain independence and improve their overall well-being. Flexibility is offered regarding start and finish times, ensuring up to full-time hours are covered.

Key Responsibilities:

• Patient Assessment & Therapy: Assess the needs of acute patients and provide individualized therapy interventions to facilitate their recovery and improve daily living skills.
• Rehabilitation Planning: Develop and implement rehabilitation plans aimed at helping patients return to optimal functioning levels.
• Interdisciplinary Collaboration: Work closely with the multidisciplinary team, including nurses, doctors, and physiotherapists, to ensure cohesive patient care.
• Documentation: Maintain up-to-date records of patient assessments, treatment plans, and progress, in line with organizational protocols.
• Patient & Family Support: Offer advice and education to patients and their families to support ongoing care and rehabilitation.

Essential Criteria:

• Qualifications: HCPC-registered Occupational Therapist.
• Experience Level: Band 6 experience in acute care or hospital settings.
• Skills: Strong clinical skills in occupational therapy, particularly in acute patient care and rehabilitation.
• Availability: Immediate start for a full-time role, continuing until the end of December 2024.
• Location: Ability to work on-site at Morriston Hospital, Swansea.

Working Conditions:

• Monday to Friday (8:00 AM - 4:00 PM), with flexibility on start and finish times to ensure full-time hours are completed.

Please contact Gemma at Piers Meadows.