Occupational Therapy Assistant

9 months ago


Ayr, United Kingdom Priory Healthcare Full time

We are looking for an occupational therapy assistant (OTA) to join our team. Our focus is on increasing independence, improving quality of life and promoting social inclusion for the service users in our care. Under the supervision of a registered occupational therapist, you will deliver evidence-based interventions to support patients in their recovery. As an occupational therapy assistant, you will be responsible for coordinating and implementing individual and group activities within the hospital and in the community. Additionally to assist the occupational therapist in carrying out assessments, formulate and run therapy programmes as well produce electronic records.

The occupational therapy team look to support individuals in maximizing their quality of their life in the least restrictive manner possible. You will contribute to care planning and risk assessments of patients to maintain and improve their level of functioning while with us and prepare them for discharge. The role will involve following a weekly structured timetable developed by the occupational therapist and being present on the ward on a daily basis to encourage the patients to engage in meaningful activities to enhance their quality of life

Key Responsibilities
- To support Occupational Therapists with the preparation, planning and delivery of groups and one-to-one occupational, therapeutic and recreational activities.
- Observing, recording and reporting patient responses to the assented clinician as appropriate.
- Ensuring effective, timely and accurate updating of clinical records and note keeping.
- Assist in the treatment and rehabilitation of patients, assisting them to achieve optimum independence and safety.



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