Part-time Occupational Therapist for Older Adults in Oxford
4 days ago
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced occupational therapist to join our team in a fast-paced acute hospital setting. This role is ideal for someone with a solid background in older adult care who thrives in a patient-centred environment, focused on supporting individuals with complex medical needs.
About the RoleAs part of a multi-professional team, you will identify and undertake comprehensive assessments of need and deliver interventions to optimise the recovery of older adults during their acute hospital stay and prepare them to return to their home environment. The work of occupational therapists and physiotherapists is highly regarded by the local multidisciplinary team as well as the wider local healthcare system. We collaborate with various services, including the Discharge to Assess service, to minimise institutionalisation through a home-first approach to hospital discharge.
- To provide high-quality, safe, and effective occupational therapy services to older adults as part of a cohesive multi-professional team.
- To work collaboratively with patients and their carers to effectively assess, goal plan, and treat patients following admission to hospital and strive to maximise their independence and quality of life.
The successful candidate will be responsible for:
- Providing comprehensive assessments following hospital admission, including those with complex presentations, and forming treatment and rehabilitation plans in partnership with the patient and their carers/family.
- Formulating and delivering comprehensive treatment, rehabilitation, and discharge plans based on clinical skills, evidence-based practice, and patient preferences.
- Demonstrating physical ability to carry out assessments and interventions, including manual therapy techniques and therapeutic handling.
- Demonstrating highly developed dexterity, coordination, and palpatory skills for assessment and manual treatment of patients.
- Representing occupational therapy and physiotherapy at multi-disciplinary team meetings to ensure delivery of coordinated care.
To be successful in this role, you will need:
- A degree in occupational therapy or a related field.
- Registration with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC).
- Postgraduate experience in areas such as orthopaedics, neurology, and older adults.
- Up-to-date knowledge of best practice in older adult rehabilitation.
Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is one of the largest NHS teaching trusts in the country, providing a wide range of general and specialist clinical services. We are committed to delivering high-quality care and promoting excellence in everything we do. If you share our values and are passionate about making a difference in the lives of our patients, we would love to hear from you.
This is a part-time opportunity with flexible working hours to accommodate your needs. We offer a competitive salary package, including a basic salary of £40,000 - £60,000 per annum, depending on experience. In addition, you will receive a generous annual leave allowance and access to a range of benefits, including pension schemes and training opportunities.
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