Occupational Therapy Assistant Practitioner

6 days ago


Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, United Kingdom Cambridgeshire Community Services NHS Trust Full time
About the Role

We are seeking a highly motivated and enthusiastic Occupational Therapy Assistant Practitioner to join our dynamic team at Cambridgeshire Community Services NHS Trust. As a key member of our team, you will play a vital role in delivering high-quality care and therapy to children and young people with a range of physical and developmental needs.

Key Responsibilities
  • Work as part of the Occupational Therapy team, providing autonomous support to patients and their families.
  • Undertake specific work independently, as identified by registered Occupational Therapy staff.
  • Accept patients referred by the Occupational Therapist and carry your own caseload.
  • Work independently within the multidisciplinary team setting, reporting back patient progress and informing Therapists of any problems.
  • Conduct assessments, treatment, and discharge planning for patients under the supervision of the Occupational Therapist.
  • Typical caseloads have a mixture of children with physical and developmental needs, with conditions such as Cerebral Palsy and Autism.
Requirements
  • Foundation Degree in Clinical Assistant Practice, or evidence of continued professional development documented through Trust processes and personal portfolio.
  • Evidence of successful A Levels (or NVQ level 3 equivalent) and GCSEs (level 5 / grade C or above) in English and Maths.
  • Demonstrable experience of working with children, young people, and families or within the Occupational Therapy service.
  • Experience working with families who are adjusting to disability issues.
  • Awareness of child development and the OT role within the service.
  • Experience of working in the community.
  • Able to demonstrate an understanding of safeguarding issues.
Desirable Qualifications and Experience
  • Experience with working with children with complex physical disability.
  • Experience working within a special school.
Skills and Knowledge
  • Good understanding of physical disability and learning disability issues.
  • Knowledge of treatment protocols, benefits, and limitations of Occupational Therapy.
  • Knowledge of the range of Occupational Therapy interventions appropriate in the treatment of children and young people.
About Us

Cambridgeshire Community Services NHS Trust is a leading-edge specialist community provider, rated 'Outstanding' by the Care Quality Commission. We are proud to provide high-quality innovative services across most of the east of England, enabling people to receive care closer to home and live healthier lives.

We are committed to delivering exceptional care and services, and we are looking for talented individuals who share our passion for innovative and high-quality care delivery. If you are a motivated and enthusiastic individual who is passionate about making a difference in the lives of children and young people, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.



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