Occupational Therapist – NHS Scotland
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Job Overview
We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated individual to join our Specialist team in Fife and to develop this post within our mental health service. The role will oversee the delivery of Occupational Therapy in both community and in‑patient settings, and you will be actively involved in service redesign work to reshape how Occupational Therapy services are delivered.
Responsibilities
* Deliver Occupational Therapy to people aged under 65 who are experiencing mental health problems.
* Use effective clinical decision‑making and evidence‑based practices to enable patients to achieve their personal outcomes.
* Engage with patients, families and multidisciplinary teams across community and in‑patient settings.
* Contribute to the transformation and development programme for mental health and Occupational Therapy services.
* Support staff wellbeing and promote a culture of openness, honesty, transparency and teamwork.
* Assist in the redesign of service delivery and participate in quality improvement initiatives.
Qualifications & Experience
* Existing Band 5 Occupational Therapists or those ready to take the first step in their career.
* Skills, knowledge, and interest to develop professionally and make a positive impact within mental health.
* Desire and knowledge of working with mental health clients; experience is not essential but is desirable.
* Ability to apply evidence‑based practice and adapt interventions to individual needs.
Employment Details
* Seniority level: Entry level
* Employment type: Full‑time
* Job function: Health Care Provider
* Industry: Hospitals and Health Care
Legal & Working Rights
NHS Fife is legally obliged to ensure all its employees are legally entitled to work in the United Kingdom. If you are not a United Kingdom or Irish National you must confirm your right to work. NHS Scotland will check entitlement to work in the UK as part of the pre‑employment checks.
* Right to work must be confirmed before applying.
* US visa arrangements may be possible for eligible posts, subject to sponsor licence and salary threshold.
* Relocation may be supported for suitable candidates.
EEO Statement
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. NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.
Contact
For more information or to find out more about the post and opportunities within the service, please contact David Sanders – Team Lead Occupational Therapist on 01383‑623623 ext 22148/56232 or david.sanders@nhs.scot.
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