Occupational Therapist

4 weeks ago

Kettering, United Kingdom Grafton Recruitment Full time

Job Title: Occupational Therapist
Sector: Private Sector Healthcare
Location: Kettering, Northamptonshire

**Salary**: £32,000
Contract: Permanent
**Who are our client and what do they do?**
Our client are proud to be a leading provider of out-of-hospital clinical homecare. For 30 years, they have worked in partnership with the NHS, private medical providers and pharmaceutical companies to bring patients the life-changing treatment they need, inthe comfort and convenience of their own homes.
Today they are a 1,700-strong team, delivering specialist care and medication to over 200,000 diverse patients across the UK and Europe. They are dedicated to helping each and every patient make the most of their medicine, wherever they are.
So, using unparalleled insights, cutting-edge research and intuitive technology, They connect with people powerfully and personally, focusing on their unique needs, empowering them to achieve their goals, and supporting them every step of the way.
**The Role**
To work as a member of a multi-disciplinary team responsible for delivering care excellence in line with patient's needs, key performance indicators and outcome measures. Deliver effective and high quality occupational therapy to patients in a home environment,or in the community, to help maximise their function and level of independent living.
**Duties of the Occupational Therapist**
- To conduct an accurate holistic assessment of patients' needs in accordance with approved model of care.
- Assess, discuss and agree upon functional goals related to daily living that are important to the patient such as washing, dressing, domestic chores, bathing, driving, preparing and eating meals, or participating in work, school or leisure activities.
- Educate patients and give advice on the safe use of functional equipment, ensuring correct equipment is ordered, delivery and fitted correctly.
- Complete medical observations as per agreed clinical pathways within scope of practice, for patients in their home.
- Prescribe and install living aids: prescription of daily living aids for patients such as walkers and frames and train patients and families on how to use them safely.
- Equipment advice: give advice on how a home or workplace environment could be adapted (e.g. wheelchair ramps, a stair lift or grab rails for safety) in order to afford a greater independence and safety.
- Educate patients and give advice on the safe use of functional equipment, ensuring correct equipment is ordered, delivery and fitted correctly.
- Where needed (e.g. at end of agreed care episode) refer patient on for relevant NHS and / or social services such as community OT.
- Escalate issues/problems to Clinical Service Manager /Senior Clinical Services Manager where needed / clinically indicated.

**This all sounds great - What key skills do I need to apply?**
- Qualification at degree level (or equivalent) in Occupational Therapy.
- Registered with the Health & Care Professions Council (HCPC).
- Previous experience of working as part of a multi-disciplinary team.
- Track record of delivering 'rapid response' services.
- Strong patient and customer focus.
- Excellent communication skills, including being assertive when needed.
- Planning & organisational skills - is able to multi task, and shows good time management skills.

**What are the benefits?**
- A highly competitive pay structure
- Up to 33 days' holiday
- Flexible working
- A contributory pension scheme
- Life insurance cover
- Private healthcare
- A company car or allowance
- Ongoing training and career development
- Professional registration fees paid
- Employee recognition scheme
- Long-service recognition
- Mental health support
- Childcare vouchers
- Cycle-to-work scheme
- CSR and charity days
- Significant discounts on many brands
- Refer-a-friend scheme

Hiring Contact: Lauren McNeal
Agency: Grafton Recruitment
If you would like any further information about any vacancies before applying, please feel free to contact

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