Occupational Therapist - Abergavenny, United Kingdom - Pulse Healthcare

Description

Job Description

Job Purpose:

The primary objective of this position is to aid patients using evidence-based and patient-centric principles to evaluate, devise, apply, and assess interventions. These interventions are intended to provide patients with the necessary skills, confidence, and coping mechanisms for independent living.

Responsibilities:

• Coordinate and supervise the implementation of individual treatment plans for occupational therapy services, ensuring effective communication and application.
• Promptly assess referred patients to identify and prioritise their needs, then plan and deliver suitable interventions either individually or in groups. Maintain accurate records of each patient's progress.
• Effectively manage junior staff.
• Foster close professional relationships within the multidisciplinary team, ensuring adherence to Priory policies, statutory regulations, and quality standards.
• Actively promote Priory therapy services in line with local business plans.
• Maintain open communication with patients, their families, carers, and purchasers throughout the rehabilitation process.
• Lead the implementation of new services within the site, sharing best practices with other sites in the area.
• Ensure services and support provided offer good value for money and support the site's overall objectives.

Requirements:

• Bachelor of Science (Honours) or Diploma in Occupational Therapy, accredited by the HCPC.
• Previous experience working in an Occupational Therapy setting, including within specialised areas such as addictions, neuro-rehabilitation, or eating disorders.

Communication:

• Focus on developing and maintaining productive relationships with patients through effective communication, coaching, counselling techniques, and strong interpersonal skills.

Responsibility:

• Staff: Assist less experienced colleagues and occasionally provide professional supervision to students and trainees.
• Budgets & Equipment: Shared responsibility for equipment serviceability and replenishing supplies.
• Informatics: Shared responsibility for confidentiality, security, and accuracy of patient records, data, and information.

Safeguarding:

• All colleagues have a duty to protect and safeguard vulnerable individuals at risk and must be aware of local safeguarding procedures.

Working Environment:

• Patients' problems may present challenging situations, increasing the physical, sensory, and emotional demands of the role.

Upholding the Company Behaviors:

• Guidance on conduct supporting Company Behaviors:
• Putting People First
• Being Supportive
• Acting with Integrity
• Being Positive
• Striving for Excellence

To apply, please contact Paola Humeres at or call .