NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. To this end, NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.
An enthusiastic and confident Occupational Therapist is required to join our Mental Health Occupational Therapy Team. This post is based in Lochgilphead Argyll, and allows the post-holder to work between the acute In-patient Mental Health Assessment ward and the local Community Mental Health Team, with the support of a Band 6 OT and and Band 4 OT Assistant.
You will have a Diploma/Degree in Occupational Therapy, excellent communication skills and an ability to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team. Experience in a mental health setting is desirable as well as a positive attitude towards people with mental health problems and recovery focussed care. You will be registered with the Health & Care Professions Council and experience of Model of Human occupation is desirable.
A full UK manual driving licence is essential for this post.
This is a full-time permanent post of 37 hours per week, to be worked in accordance with service requirements and in agreement with line management.
Informal enquiries will be welcomed by Carrie Hill, OT Professional Lead, Mobile: 07971531897 or email: carrie.hill@nhs.scot
Recruitment team can be contacted by e-mailing nhshighland.recruitment@nhs.scot
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NHS Highland is geographically the largest of the 14 regional boards of NHS Scotland, covering an area of 12,500 square miles, across Highland and Argyll & Bute.
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