Our client has an Occupational Therapist Permanent vacancy available in Hertfordshire/ Ware in their centre to work in their rehabilitation unit that consists of 13 beds within our care home based in Ware, Hertfordshire.
You will provide Occupational Therapy assessment, advice and rehabilitation to residents discharged from hospital for further rehabilitation. You will be an experienced Occupational Therapist with good clinical knowledge within the elderly care sector and within a rehabilitation unit.
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Occupational Therapist Permanent
Location: Hertfordshire/ Ware
Salary: £38,000 - £42,000/Annum
Client group - Rehabilitation
No Sponsorship
Job Role:
* Undertake OT assessments and provide rehabilitation to residents discharged from hospital and the community, for further rehabilitation
* Provide OT advice to residents, carers, family and multidisciplinary team members
* Conduct off site access visits as necessary to identify equipment requirements and ensure safe discharge
* Attend Multidisciplinary Team meetings to review our residents needs and plan discharge
* Accurately maintain records and document in a timely manner
* Attend and participate in team meetings and in-service training
* Provide training to care staff on assembly of equipment for residents
* As part of a team within a Nursing Home, take interest in our residents throughout the home, as well as with the Intermediate Care Clients and assist in activities for residents providing exercise where appropriate
* Ensure Health & Safety standards are monitored and any shortfalls identified and reported to the Home Manager
* Have full knowledge of, and take responsibility, to ensure adherence to infection control policies and procedures at all times.
Requirements:
* The right to live and work in the UK
* A caring nature, positive attitude, and the ability to work in a team
* Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
* BSc (Hons) or equivalent Occupational Therapy qualification and HCPC Registration is essential to be considered
* Previous experience of working with the elderly is desirable but not essential as full training is provided
Client Offers:
* Blue Light Card (employee discount scheme)
* Byond Prepayment Card (employee cashback card)
* Extras Discounts (employee discount scheme)
* Cycle to Work Scheme
* Employee Assistance Programme
* Refer a Friend Scheme
* Employee of the month
* Team social events
* Staff wellness fund
* Loyalty and long-service awards
* Competitive pay rates with enhanced pay on bank holidays
* Support in achieving additional qualifications, including nationally recognised qualifications
* Comprehensive induction with a work buddy to help you settle in
* Free training and development
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