JOB-20240905-7a6f785b
Job Title: Locum Occupational Therapist - Equipment and Adaptations
Location: Doncaster, UK
Salary: £34 per hour
Contract: Full Time - Part Time will be considered, ASAP Start - Ongoing
This is a thrilling opportunity for an experienced Occupational Therapist to join our dynamic team in Doncaster, focusing on equipment and adaptations. Jump into an engaging role that ensures long-term positive impact for those with complex needs. Whether you're fully committed or seeking flexibility, we accommodate all schedules with both full-time and part-time options.
Perks and Benefits:
- Full Time - Part Time will be considered: Enjoy the flexibility that comes with this role, whether you prefer a full-time commitment or part-time hours that can fit around your other responsibilities.
- Professional Growth: Gain rich experience in specialised equipment and adaptations, enhancing your skills and careers prospects.
- Freedom and Autonomy: Manage your own diverse caseload with the independence that locum work provides.
- Network Expansion: Work with various organisations and specialists, broadening your professional connections.
- Consulting Independence: As a locum, explore diverse occupational therapy environments without long-term obligations.
What you will do:
- Carry out needs-led assessments of occupational performance for clients with a variety of medical conditions and physical disabilities, creating individualised action plans.
- Collaborate with clients and carers to recommend suitable equipment, adaptations or re-housing, considering all factors including legal and resource implications.
- Act as a locality lead to devise and implement innovative, integrated housing solutions for adults with complex needs, extending beyond traditional services.
- Conduct risk assessments and advise on safe independence strategies within the home environment, while coordinating with care management teams to adjust care packages as needed.
- Exercise autonomy in managing a complex clinical caseload, providing expertise and guidance to fellow Occupational Therapists and Assessment Officers on challenging cases.
- Offer specialist advice and support on complex manual handling situations, working jointly and providing training as necessary.
- Engage in referral triaging to allocate resources efficiently, supporting the Adult Contact Team in assessing needs and offering self-provision advice where required.
- Promote and encourage the use of assistive technology, such as Telecare, to enhance client independence.
- Facilitate accessible housing management, aligning client needs with available adaptations and completing necessary property suitability checks.
- Maintain thorough and precise records conforming to local policy, contributing data for Performance Indicators and ensuring compliance across the team.
- Participate in ongoing professional development through the appraisal process and support student training within the occupational therapy field.
Requirements:
You must be HCPC registered with a minimum of 2 years' experience in the field. A car driver is essential as you will operate across multiple sites.
Why Doncaster? Embrace the charm of Doncaster, a town known for its rich history, thriving culture, and welcoming community. With beautiful countryside and excellent transport links, you will find both relaxation and adventure right at your doorstep. Join us in making a meaningful impact while enjoying all that Doncaster has to offer.
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