Band 6 Occupational Therapist - Acute Medicine
Company: Pulse Mental Health
Location: London, UK
About Us: Pulse Mental Health is a premier recruitment agency specializing in mental health care services. We are dedicated to providing exceptional staffing solutions to meet the diverse needs of our clients across the healthcare sector. Our mission is to connect talented professionals with rewarding opportunities where they can make a meaningful impact in the lives of individuals struggling with mental health challenges. As advocates for mental wellness, we are committed to fostering a supportive and inclusive work environment where everyone can thrive.
Position Overview: We are currently seeking a dynamic and motivated Band 6 Occupational Therapist with experience in acute medicine to join our esteemed team in London. In this role, you will have the opportunity to work in a fast-paced acute care setting, providing high-quality occupational therapy services to individuals with acute medical conditions.
Key Responsibilities:
- Conduct comprehensive assessments of patients admitted to acute medicine wards to evaluate their functional abilities, occupational performance, and needs.
- Develop and implement individualized treatment plans based on assessment findings, evidence-based practice guidelines, and patient-centered goals.
- Provide direct occupational therapy interventions to address deficits in activities of daily living, mobility, and self-care skills, utilizing therapeutic modalities and adaptive equipment as needed.
- Collaborate closely with multidisciplinary teams, including physicians, nurses, physiotherapists, and social workers, to ensure coordinated and integrated care for patients.
- Monitor patients' progress throughout their hospital stay and make appropriate adjustments to treatment plans to optimize outcomes and facilitate safe discharge.
- Provide education and support to patients and their families on strategies for maximizing independence, managing symptoms, and promoting recovery.
Requirements:
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Occupational Therapy.
- Registration with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) as an Occupational Therapist.
- Proven experience working as an Occupational Therapist in acute medicine settings, with a strong understanding of acute medical conditions and their impact on occupational function.
- Excellent clinical assessment and problem-solving skills, with the ability to develop and implement individualized treatment plans tailored to patient needs and goals.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with interdisciplinary teams and engage patients and their families in the rehabilitation process.
- Flexibility to adapt to the fast-paced and dynamic environment of acute care settings.
- Commitment to providing compassionate, person-centered care and promoting best practices in occupational therapy.
Benefits:
- First class support and advice from our team of dedicated and experienced consultants
- £300 recommend a friend bonus scheme
- Have access to ipoint our Electronic timesheet processing app
- Variety of work opportunities in both the NHS and private sectors
- Access to high-quality CPD training events
- Different payment methods available PAYE, Umbrella, PSC and LTD
How to Apply: If you are a dedicated and experienced Occupational Therapist with a passion for acute medicine and are looking for an exciting opportunity to make a difference in the lives of patients, we invite you to join our team at Pulse Mental Health. To apply, please submit your CV below.
