Clinical Team Lead for Children's Occupational Therapy

4 weeks ago


Wakefield, Wakefield, United Kingdom The Mid Yorkshire Teaching NHS Trust Full time

About the Role

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Occupational Therapist to join our team as a Clinical Team Lead for Children's Occupational Therapy. The successful candidate will be responsible for providing clinical leadership to the MDA Pathway and working effectively within the MDA team for autism spectrum disorders.

Key Responsibilities

  • Provide clinical leadership to the MDA Pathway
  • Work effectively within the MDA team for autism spectrum disorders
  • Carry out complex occupational therapy assessments to assist with a diagnostic outcome for children within the autism spectrum
  • Provide detailed assessment and advice to aid correct diagnosis for these children
  • Work clinically with clients presenting with a wide range of communication difficulties relating to the Autistic spectrum
  • Initiate and promote excellence in clinical practice acting as a role model to the team
  • Support the electronic triage process of referrals into the MDA pathway
  • Support and lead on Risk Management
  • Represent Paediatric OT at strategic level as required
  • Lead on Clinical Governance initiatives/tasks as required
  • Assist in the planning, development and evaluation of the service
  • Work closely with other members of the hospital team to provide a co-ordinated service for patients within the Trust
  • Contribute to the Trust and therapy service clinical governance arrangements and quality agenda
  • Investigate incidents recorded in designated team / area of work
  • Maintain a culture which recognises and works in partnership with clients and carers
  • Liaise effectively with colleagues, other agencies, clients and their carers
  • Manage own workload and coordinate that of others within the team
  • Be a role model for the team, sharing and developing good practice, clinical expertise, providing team leadership, leading in service developments and ensuring targets are being achieved

About Us

The Mid Yorkshire Teaching NHS Trust is a leading provider of healthcare services in the region. We are committed to delivering high-quality care to our patients and their families, and we are seeking a talented and dedicated individual to join our team as a Clinical Team Lead for Children's Occupational Therapy.

What We Offer

  • A competitive salary and benefits package
  • A supportive and collaborative work environment
  • Opportunities for professional development and career advancement
  • A chance to make a real difference in the lives of our patients and their families


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