Overview
We are looking for an enthusiastic Occupational Therapist to join our team. This is a full-time band 5 Occupational Therapist position to join the South Edinburgh Older People’s CMHT on a temporary basis as maternity leave cover. Working as part of a multidisciplinary team you will provide Occupational Therapy assessment and treatment to older people in South Edinburgh living with a mental health problem or dementia.
Responsibilities
* Provide Occupational Therapy assessment and treatment to older people with mental health problems or dementia in South Edinburgh.
* Work as part of a multidisciplinary team with a focus on evidence-based assessment and intervention, team working and staff wellbeing.
Qualifications and requirements
* Registered Occupational Therapist with eligibility to practice in the United Kingdom.
* PVG Scheme membership/record is required; if not current, an application to Disclosure Scotland may be needed before starting.
* Be aware of changes in criminal records checks due to legislative changes from 1 April 2025; if the role is regulated, appointment is subject to PVG scheme.
* Right to work in the United Kingdom.
Support and equal opportunities
NHS Scotland is committed to equality, diversity and eliminating unlawful discrimination. Reasonable adjustments will be provided to disabled candidates and those with long-term conditions or who are neurodivergent. Applications are welcomed from all sections of society.
Contact
For more information about the post, contact Claire Hind, OT team lead, at claire.hind@nhs.scot or 0131 537 6949.
Additional information
Please note: we anticipate a high level of interest and may close the vacancy early. This post may require a different level of criminal records check from 1 April 2025; details will be confirmed by the Hiring Manager or Recruitment Team. See Disclosure Scotland Changes for more details.
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