Rotational Occupational Therapist

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

For further details with regard to this vacancy opportunity, please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification.

We reserve the right to close the advert early in the event of high levels of interest. Therefore, early applications are encouraged.

We welcome applications from candidates who require Skilled Worker Visa sponsorship to work in the UK, and these will be considered alongside all other applications in line with our commitment to equality and inclusion.

Applicants can determine their potential eligibility for a Certificate of Sponsorship by reviewing the Skilled Worker Visa criteria set out by UKVI on the gov.uk website.

Person specification

Education/ Qualifications

Essential criteria

• Occupational Therapy Degree / Diploma in Occupational Therapy (or due to graduate soon)
• Health Professionals Council (HCPC) Registration - or registration applied for

Desirable criteria

• Accredited wheelchair prescriber
• Completion of recognised student educator course from UK learning institution
• Driver - or has demonstrable ability to transport self independently in the community

Knowledge & Experience

Essential criteria

• Experience (through undergraduate placements or post-graduate employment) of applying occupational therapy knowledge and skills in clinical settings
• Knowledge of the key concepts of Occupational Therapy models of practice
• Ability to demonstrate/discuss Occupational Therapy process in UK-based clinical settings
• Ability to analyse, select and apply appropriate assessment and treatments using a range of modalities, using examples of undergraduate placement or employment experience

Desirable criteria

• Evidence of continuing professional development
• UK-based occupational therapy undergraduate placement or employment experience
• Ability to use reflective practice for personal development
• Contributed to the development of students and staff

Communication and Interpersonal Skills

Essential criteria

• Shows desire and capability to develop in line with competencies associated with the role
• Good communication skills - verbal/written
• Able to work on own initiative and as part of a team
• Demonstrates understanding of confidentiality

Desirable criteria

• Able to facilitate learning of others.

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