Front Door Occupational Therapist

Job overview

This role has been approved for advertising; however, it is also being assessed as a suitable alternative employment opportunity. As a result, the vacancy may be withdrawn or there may be a delay before shortlisting can begin.

This role is open to all applicants. However, in line with Cornwall First recruitment principles, initial shortlisting will prioritise applicants from Royal Cornwall Hospitals NHS Trust, Cornwall Partnership NHS Foundation Trust, and the Integrated Care Board for Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly.

Band 6 Occupational Therapist - Emergency Department and Admitting Areas

Permanent post, 37.5 hrs per week

Includes working twilight shifts and weekend working on a rota.

Come and join our friendly, dynamic Therapy Service working within the Emergency Department and admitting areas at Treliske Hospital.

You will be responsible for ensuring patients who do not need to be admitted the the acute trust are given the support they need to return home.

Main duties of the job

To provide a high standard Occupational Therapy service to patients at Royal Cornwall Hospital Trust.

To provide specialist assessment, treatment, and goal setting of patients on the wards. Some patients may have complex and/or chronic presentations.  To determine clinical diagnosis and Occupational Therapy treatment indicated.  To maintain records as an autonomous practitioner.

You will develop highly specialist skills under the guidance of the Senior Staff.

To provide clinical cross cover and deputise as delegated by your Clinical Team Lead.

To attend clinical level discussions / meetings relating to your area of work as delegated by your Clinical Team Lead.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

PLEASE NOTE: To view the full Job Description and Person Specification, please click the supporting document on the right-hand side.

To be an employee of the NHS you need to successfully complete the following:

• Identity Checks
• Professional registration and qualification checks
• Employment history and reference checks
• Occupational Health clearance
• Satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service check
• Right to work in the UK

For further information please visit:

https://www.nhsemployers.org/topics-networks/employment-standards-and-regulation

We reserve the right to close this advert early.

We may be able to offer flexible working. Please discuss at interview.

We may be able to offer sponsorship but this is not guaranteed.