Job summaryBand 5 Occupational Therapist
Waverley Ward, Bridgwater Community Hospital
6 month fixed term contract/secondment/rotation
We are looking for dynamic and inspiring Occupational Therapist to join the inpatient rehabilitation service part of the wider Intermediate Care service pathway beds.
You will gain an in depth understanding of community working and supporting people to achieve their desired outcomes to be able to be discharged to the community.
The successful candidate will be directly supported by a Band 6/7 Occupational Therapist within the team for both managerial and clinical supervision.
Free parking onsite for staff and visitors
Main duties of the job- You will be expected to carry out specific therapy assessments which will include goal setting and treatment planning, assessing risk, promoting and enabling occupational performance using the occupational therapy process.
- You will be committed to personalised care in your work, have an ability to prioritise and work flexibly alongside physiotherapists and rehabilitation assistants and the wider MDT.
- You will work closely with partner agencies such as PCNs, complex care, social care and the third party sector.
What are we looking for?Are you a fully qualified Occupational Therapist with HCPC registration and 6 months post graduate experience?
Do you have a desire to enhance your personal and professional development?
Do you want to get involved in a developing service that welcomes new initiatives and quality improvement projects?
Keen to take an active role in developing and nurturing others in the therapy team?
About usAt Somerset NHS Foundation Trust we are committed to supporting our employees with a range of benefits designed to enhance your professional and personal life including Flexible working options to help you balance work and life NHS pension scheme for long-term financial security Generous annual leave allowance to recharge and relax A strong focus on career development to help you grow and achieve your potential Additionally you will gain access to the Blue Light Card unlocking exclusive discounts on shopping dining and leisure activities as well as NHS specific perks to support you both inside and outside of work We are proud to foster a diverse skilled, and inclusive workforce and we encourage applications from all backgrounds Somerset offers the perfect blend of idyllic countryside outstanding areas of natural beauty and breathtaking coastlines with vibrant cities like Bristol Bath and Exeter just a short drive away, and only two hours to London by train The region is home to excellent educational facilities and with affordable housing compared to other parts of the country it is a great place to build both your career and your future Somerset truly has it all peaceful countryside and cosmopolitan city life with something for everyone to enjoy
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Disclosure and Barring Service CheckThis post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
UK RegistrationApplicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). 
