As part of a multi-disciplinary team, the post holder will manage a defined caseload, using evidence-based practice and person-centred care to assess, plan, implement and evaluate interventions in both hospital and community settings. The post holder is expected to develop relevant clinical skills, knowledge and experience without direct supervision.
Duties will vary depending on the specialty.
NHS Lanarkshire
Have you always wanted to work with NHS Lanarkshire? Then this might be the opportunity for you to join Team Lanarkshire!
Here at NHS Lanarkshire, we put the patient at the heart of everything we do. Each colleague within the organisation plays a key role in how we deliver our healthcare services.
We proudly serve a population of 655,000 across rural and urban communities in both North and South Lanarkshire. NHS Lanarkshire is comprised of Acute Services (which currently provide hospital based services over 3 main sites), Corporate & Property & Support Services, North and South Lanarkshire Health and Social Care Partnerships which provide integrated primary healthcare and social care services to local communities and surrounding areas.
What we'll need you to bring
* Degree in Occupational Therapy
* Registered Occupational Therapist with valid HCPC Registration
* Knowledge of application of the theory underpinning OT practice
* The post holder will be required to demonstrate excellent team working skills with the ability to work using own initiative
* Effective listening, communication and interpersonal skills
* Ability to work with people and as part of a multidisciplinary team
* Working knowledge of basic information technology
* A full, valid UK / EU / EEA drivers licence
Please note for all vacancies where a driving licence is required this must be a full UK / EU / EEA licence.
It would be great if you also have
OT Practice Education course
Further Education and CPD in relation to the post including relevant projects and research studies
Previous voluntary or employment experience or research proposal / project relevant to the post
Clinical experience as per academic requirements
Contract type
Permanent
Full time
37 hours
Location and Working Pattern
This role will be based in Community Mental Health Team within Airdrie Community Health Centre
The working pattern for this role will be confirmed by the hiring manager.
Whilst this advertisement may be for a specific post(s) in a particular location, applicants who are shortlisted for interview may be considered for similar vacancies in alternative locations.
Looking to find out more?
If you’re looking to find out more, then we would love to hear from you!
Why NHS Lanarkshire?
Join us and you will discover a supportive environment where you will have the chance to add to your skills and further your career.
Some of NHS Lanarkshire’s benefits include :
A minimum of 27 days annual leave increasing with length of service
A minimum of 8 days of public holidays
Membership of NHS Pension Scheme, with life insurance benefits (for more information on the NHS Pension Scheme visit the )
Paid sick leave increasing with length of service
Occupational health services
Employee counselling services
Work-life Balance policies and procedures
NHS Lanarkshire have a range of support services on topics that can impact both on your working and personal life including occupational health, spiritual care and independent counselling. This support can be accessed using the links on this page.
Further Information
For more information on the role, please refer to the Job Description. If you’re looking for more information on the recruitment process, organisation or the services we provide, please refer to our information pack, or our .
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Occupational Therapist • Airdrie Community Health Centre, Scotland, United Kingdom
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