Occupational Therapy Clinical Support Worker
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the Therapy Team in Ysbyty Cwm Cynon Hospital. We are looking for a skilled, organised and enthusiastic individual to join our established and friendly team. You will be required to work alongside the Occupational Therapists to support the delivery of rehabilitation and ongoing Occupational Therapy intervention.
To work as part of the Therapy team to undertake specific clinical and administrative tasks, implement intervention programmes as instructed and delegated by the OT, responding flexibly to the needs of the service.
To provide care to the patients, as delegated by the OTs, to the extent of their competencies.
Participate in project work, audits and provision of relevant statistics which may be for the benefit of patients or the OT department.
Monitor stocks of equipment and ensure appropriate supplies are ordered.
Key aspects of the role include to work as part of the therapy team to undertake specific clinical and administrative tasks, implement intervention programmes as instructed and delegated by the OT, responding flexibly to the needs of the service.
You will also need to have excellent time management skills and the ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in written form.
Welsh Skills Desirable: This post is advertised as Welsh Desirable. This doesn’t mean essential; whilst the candidate doesn't need to have skills in Welsh, it will be an advantage when short-listing and selecting candidates. This isn’t fluency, just Speaking & Listening skills at Level 3 (equivalent to CEFR B2) or above. Level 3 means basic conversations with patients about their everyday health.
Cwm Taf Morgannwg (CTM) University Health Board, part of NHS Wales, serves a large population across a diverse and beautiful region. We operate three District General hospitals, several community hospitals, primary and community care facilities.
CTM’s location offers access to South Wales with proximity to Cardiff, the Brecon Beacons, and the coast, providing an environment suitable for work and personal life.
Our CTM 2030 Strategy focuses on uniting our region around shared health and wellbeing goals; our values guide us daily.
Responsibilities
* Work as part of the therapy team to undertake specific clinical and administrative tasks, implement intervention programmes as instructed and delegated by the OT, and respond flexibly to the needs of the service.
* Provide care to patients as delegated by the OTs within the extent of their competencies.
Qualifications and Skills
* Excellent time management and the ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
* Welsh skills desirable (level 3 Speaking & Listening) as described above.
Employment Details
* Seniority level: Entry level
* Employment type: Contract
* Job function: Other
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