Acute Occupational Therapist Team Lead

7 days ago


Derby, Derby, United Kingdom Derbyshire Healthcare Foundation Trust Full time

**Job Responsibilities:**

We are seeking an experienced Occupational Therapist to join our team as a Senior Occupational Therapist. The successful candidate will provide clinical leadership and support to the ward team, ensuring the delivery of high-quality evidence-based practice.

This role involves working closely with Occupational Therapists at ward level, providing oversight of Occupational Therapy provision, and enabling transition to community services. The post holder will demonstrate expert knowledge in acute settings, disseminating this effectively in the context of recovery philosophy and social inclusion agenda.

  • Provide clinical leadership and expertise to the ward team, promoting evidence-based practice and high-quality care.
  • Assess service user needs in complex situations, using professional knowledge, judgement, and skills to inform decision-making.
  • Ensure all service users have up-to-date occupational therapy plans negotiated with them to meet individual occupational needs.
  • Work collaboratively with other ward-based Occupational Therapists to deliver an Occupational Therapy service that meets service user needs.
  • Participate in clinical practice development through mentoring, coaching, and facilitating student education and fieldwork placements.
About Our Organisation:

Derbyshire Healthcare Foundation Trust is a leading provider of mental health services, committed to making a positive difference in people's lives. We pride ourselves on our compassionate and enthusiastic workforce, who strive to deliver excellent patient care.

CQC has rated us 'GOOD' overall, commenting on our colleagues' kindness and compassion towards patients. We offer a range of benefits, including flexible working, annual leave, and ongoing training opportunities.


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