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Job Summary
The post holder will provide high quality occupational therapy assessments and interventions to a wide variety of housebound patients within the IMP PCN.
Job Summary
The post holder will provide high quality occupational therapy assessments and interventions to a wide variety of housebound patients within the IMP PCN.
Main duties of the job
The PCN occupational therapist will case-manage house bound patients with frailty and long-term conditions, promoting independence and supporting individuals to live well in their own homes. They will plan, implement and evaluate care for patients in our community, to meet patients' needs and preferences in the delivery of high-quality health care. Ensuring that the patient's needs and preferences are known and communicated at the right time to the right people, and that this information is used to guide the delivery of safe, appropriate, and effective care.
In this fast-paced and rewarding role, they will be expected to work independently, exercising sound clinical judgment within the boundaries of their professional practice. They will also demonstrate a solid understanding of community services and collaborate effectively with the wider multidisciplinary team for guidance and support when needed.
Working under the guidance of the Frailty Lead GP and ANP, the Occupational Therapistwill receive daily support from Care Coordinators, Clinical Pharmacists, and the wider PCN team.
We are dedicated to supporting the ongoing professional development of our staff and are committed to providing opportunities for growth, helping individuals to build a long and fulfilling career with us.
Please note, a valid driving licence and access to your own vehicle are essential for this role.
About Us
IMP healthcare PCN are located in Lincoln with 9 member GP practices in and around the Lincoln area. We currently service 74,000 patients.
Details
Date posted
12 August 2025
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
Depending on experience
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Part-time, Job share, Flexible working
Reference number
B0324-25-0006
Job locations
Commerce House Chamber Of Commerce Commerce House
Lincoln
LN2 2WJ
Job Description
Job responsibilities
Key responsibilities
To consistently deploy effective communication and engagement skills enabling effective working relationships with all members of the multi-professional team.
To effectively communicate with patients and their carers/family members, including the sensitive management of complex or contentious issues.
To overcome barriers to effective communication, such as those caused by pathological impairment or language differences, by deploying effective mitigating strategies.
To engage and build relationships with external agencies and providers to enhance patient care continuity and outcomes.
To be able to motivate and positively influence others through effective verbal and non-verbal communication skills.
Be able to write complex reports accurately describing patients clinical status and ensuring that the information provided aids effective continuing care and clinical management.
To enact the professional and legal responsibilities for all aspects of the post-holders own clinical practice.
To carry out comprehensive assessments, including those with complex presentations, and form treatment and rehabilitation plans in partnership with the patient and their carers/family.
To interpret and analyse multiple sources of clinical information to form accurate diagnoses in older adult care; drawing on guidance from the wider PCN / practices as needed.
To formulate and deliver comprehensive treatment plans.
To evaluate patient progress against agreed treatment goals and be able to modify plans accordingly.
To determine a patients mental capacity to understand and to gain informed consent for treatment. To work within a legal framework with patients who lack the capacity to consent and are deprived of their liberty.
To co-ordinate intervention where there is a need to collaborate across multiple disciplines.
To maintain accurate written records using an electronic patient record system and maintain fidelity to professional standards.
To demonstrate physical ability to carry out assessment and interventions including manual therapy techniques and therapeutic handling.
To represent Occupational Therapy and/or individual patients at multi-disciplinary team meetings, to ensure delivery of co-ordinated care.
To assist in the supervision, teaching and appraisal of junior staff and assistants.
To undertake delegated tasks and roles from the team lead and be able to deputise for them on occasions.
To effectively plan and organise own time, patient caseload, meetings, training and be able to adjust plans as required according to staffing levels and unpredictable factors.
To be responsible for continuing professional development and maintain a portfolio record to evidence this.
To actively participate in the PCNs quality improvement and clinical audit programme through the completion of authorised projects ad audits.
To implement and maintain evidenced-based Occupational Therapy practice through continuing professional development.
Support the PCN Covid vaccine programme.
There may be, on occasion, a requirement to carry out other tasks; this will be dependent upon factors such as workload and staffing levels.
Job Description
Job responsibilities
Key responsibilities
To consistently deploy effective communication and engagement skills enabling effective working relationships with all members of the multi-professional team.
To effectively communicate with patients and their carers/family members, including the sensitive management of complex or contentious issues.
To overcome barriers to effective communication, such as those caused by pathological impairment or language differences, by deploying effective mitigating strategies.
To engage and build relationships with external agencies and providers to enhance patient care continuity and outcomes.
To be able to motivate and positively influence others through effective verbal and non-verbal communication skills.
Be able to write complex reports accurately describing patients clinical status and ensuring that the information provided aids effective continuing care and clinical management.
To enact the professional and legal responsibilities for all aspects of the post-holders own clinical practice.
To carry out comprehensive assessments, including those with complex presentations, and form treatment and rehabilitation plans in partnership with the patient and their carers/family.
To interpret and analyse multiple sources of clinical information to form accurate diagnoses in older adult care; drawing on guidance from the wider PCN / practices as needed.
To formulate and deliver comprehensive treatment plans.
To evaluate patient progress against agreed treatment goals and be able to modify plans accordingly.
To determine a patients mental capacity to understand and to gain informed consent for treatment. To work within a legal framework with patients who lack the capacity to consent and are deprived of their liberty.
To co-ordinate intervention where there is a need to collaborate across multiple disciplines.
To maintain accurate written records using an electronic patient record system and maintain fidelity to professional standards.
To demonstrate physical ability to carry out assessment and interventions including manual therapy techniques and therapeutic handling.
To represent Occupational Therapy and/or individual patients at multi-disciplinary team meetings, to ensure delivery of co-ordinated care.
To assist in the supervision, teaching and appraisal of junior staff and assistants.
To undertake delegated tasks and roles from the team lead and be able to deputise for them on occasions.
To effectively plan and organise own time, patient caseload, meetings, training and be able to adjust plans as required according to staffing levels and unpredictable factors.
To be responsible for continuing professional development and maintain a portfolio record to evidence this.
To actively participate in the PCNs quality improvement and clinical audit programme through the completion of authorised projects ad audits.
To implement and maintain evidenced-based Occupational Therapy practice through continuing professional development.
Support the PCN Covid vaccine programme.
There may be, on occasion, a requirement to carry out other tasks; this will be dependent upon factors such as workload and staffing levels.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
* Professional Occupational Therapy qualification
* HCPC registration
Desirable
* Experience of working in Primary Care
Person Specification
Essential
* Professional Occupational Therapy qualification
* HCPC registration
Desirable
* Experience of working in Primary Care
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details
Employer name
Imp Federation Ltd
Address
Commerce House Chamber Of Commerce Commerce House
Lincoln
LN2 2WJ
Employer's website
http://imphealthcare.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
Imp Federation Ltd
Address
Commerce House Chamber Of Commerce Commerce House
Lincoln
LN2 2WJ
Employer's website
http://imphealthcare.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
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Seniority level
* Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
* Employment type
Part-time
Job function
* Job function
Health Care Provider
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