Occupational Therapy Technician

5 days ago

Cardiff, United Kingdom Cardiff And Vale University Health Board Full time

Job summary We are excited to offer a a Band 4 Occupational Therapy technician post within our Stroke Pathway based at University Hospital Llandough (UHL).
This position will work with the Occupational Therapy teams across the Stroke Pathway but specifically focus within the Stroke Rehabilitation Centre based at UHL working with patients following stroke from Cardiff and the Vale of Glamorgan.
In addition to the clinical role, you will work closely with the Occupational Therapy stroke team and provide essential administrative support including stock/equipment management including wheelchair management and activity data.
We welcometelephone enquiries or visits to the department to support the application process.
Main duties of the job As a Band 4 Occupational Therapy Technician, you will provide person centred goal focused rehabilitation for service users with a range of complex/highly complex needs following stroke.
Working together with service users to understand "what matters," you will support engagement in meaningful occupation, promote independence and support opportunities for recovery.
Strategies to support reduced cognition and communication may be required and you will develop skills and knowledge to use these with individuals, supporting engagement in occupation.
Rehabilitation includes upper limb interventions and you will develop knowledge and skills in techniques to support upper limb rehabilitation.
Rehabilitation will be delivered within a group or individually.
You will plan and organise groups, having the opportunity to develop group skills and delivering these with colleagues and the wider multi professional team.
We are looking for a motivated, dynamic and confident person with excellent communication skills and a passion for working with people.
Previous experience in a therapy support worker role / rehabilitation/ experience of groupwork will support this role.
Training and development opportunities include in service training plus shadowing and supervision and support in this role.
A positive attitude to self directed learning will be valued.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.
About us Cardiff and Vale University Health Board is one of the largest Integrated Health Boards in the UK, employing over 15,000 staff, providing over 100 specialist services.
Working across 6 hospital sites, we have a diverse range of career opportunities to offer.
Serving around 500,000 people living in Cardiff and the Vale of Glamorgan, we are focussed on the health and care needs of our local population whilst working with our partners to develop regional services.Our mission is"Caring for People, Keeping People Well",and ourvision is that every person's chance of leading a healthy life should be equal.
As an organisation we are unashamedly ambitious for our population's health, rising to the challenges of today and tomorrow through our 10-year strategy, Shaping our Future Wellbeing.
We are contributing to a healthier Wales with great emphasis placed on innovation and improvement, learning from around the world and leading the way in clinical research.
Partnership working is strong at Cardiff and Vale, and we work closely with our staff and our community.Cardiff, the thriving Welsh capital, is a fantastic city to live and work in with an abundance of sports, arts and cultural attractions.
Situated to the west of Cardiff, the Vale of Glamorgan offers a combination of beautiful Welsh countryside and a dramatic natural coastline.
Whether city life or rural living, Cardiffand the Vale offers the best of both worlds.
Job description Job responsibilities You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac Person Specification Qualifications Essential Sound basic education to include literacy and numerical skills Clinical experience in related environment NVQ level 3, BTEC or equivalent Desirable First Aid Experience Essential Relevant experience in working in the caring environment Interprofessional team working Involvement with carers and families Skills Essential Basic IT skills An understanding of the role of the Occupational Therapist Use of interpersonal skills and an effective communicator.
Organisational skills.
Ability to work independently and to seek appropriate advice Knowledge of Health & Safety at Work and related issues.
Ability to participate in the management of support staff and students.
Desirable Knowledge of spreadsheets and databases.
Special Knowledge Essential Knowledge of the range of interventions appropriate in the treatment of people with neurological impairment or stroke Knowledge of the factors affecting the issue and installation of aids and equipment to promote independence Desirable Knowledge of the procedures pertaining to the ordering, monitoring and control of stock equipment.
Personal Qualities Essential Commitment, enthusiasm and flexible approach to the needs of the service Positive attitude.
Sense of professionalism.
Desirable Ability to cope well under pressure.

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