Occupational Therapist

5 days ago


North Shields, North Tyneside, United Kingdom NHS Full time
Sister Winifred Laver Centre Opportunity

We are seeking an experienced Occupational Therapist to join our team at Sister Winifred Laver Centre, a sixty-bed intermediate care facility. This position offers the chance to work in a dynamic clinical environment and contribute to service improvements.

As an Occupational Therapist, you will be responsible for delivering patient-centred care, promoting independence, health, and wellbeing through functional assessment and treatment planning. You will work effectively within a multi-disciplinary team to deliver holistic care, liaising regularly with team members from health, social services, and voluntary agencies.

The successful candidate will have excellent opportunities to develop their role and lead junior staff under the guidance of the Band 7 Team Lead Occupational Therapist. Key responsibilities include managing patients' care, ensuring timely discharge planning, and providing leadership within the team.

Main Duties:
  • Deliver occupational therapy services across various health and social care locations, including loan working arrangements.
  • Work collaboratively with the multidisciplinary team to deliver patient-centred care.
  • Ensure timely discharge planning and handover to community services as required.
Requirements:
  • Bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy or equivalent qualification.
  • Registration with the Health Professions Council (HCPC) as an Occupational Therapist.
  • Maintain HCPC registration and hold a full driving license with access to a vehicle for work purposes.
  • Member of the Royal College of Occupational Therapists.
Working Arrangements:

The post holder will be required to work a shift pattern that includes weekend working and bank holiday rota. They will be based at one of the Gateshead Health locations or as directed by their line manager.

Estimated Salary:

$65,000 - $80,000 per annum (dependent on experience)



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