Occupational Therapist

Job overview

We are seeking a dynamic and motivated Occupational Therapist to join our South West Shropshire Locality Therapy Team, based with our Community Therapists.

This post is an ideal opportunity for newly qualified Occupational Therapists or those who are seeking to widen their career, with opportunities for rotations.

What you can expect from us:

• Opportunities to work with people with a range of physical and mental health conditions.
• Clinical and professional supervision.
• Participation in the relevant Community of Practice.
• Peer support and networking opportunities.
• Engagement in SCHT’s preceptorship program.

We are looking for:

• Applicants to be able to function confidently in multi-disciplinary teams.
• Ability to work flexibly.
• Possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrate a passion for working with people with a range of physical and mental health difficulties.
• Commitment to continuing professional development, willing to undertake further training to meet the needs of the client group.

Please note this vacancy may close early if a high volume of applications is received, we advise you submit your application early to avoid disappointment.

Main duties of the job

Employed by SCHT, the post holder will have opportunities to rotate across The Shropshire, Telford and Wrekin ICS. This includes Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust (SaTH); Robert Jones Agnes Hunt (RJAH); Shropshire Community Health NHS Trust (SCHT) and Midlands Partnership NHS Foundation Trust (MPFT). This will allow exposure to a variety of settings increasing your skills and knowledge base and support you to explore where your career might take you.

You must be able to meet the travel requirements of the job.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Please see the job description and person specification attached for further information on the role.