Community Occupational Therapist in Bridport

Bridport ICRT are looking for an experienced Occupational Therapist to work within the Multidisciplinary team. The team consists of OTs, Physiotherapists, Nurses, Advanced Practitioners, Therapy Assistant Practitioners, Rehab Assistants and admin support who work as a team to provide intermediate care and rehabilitation to the adult population of Bridport and the surrounding area. We are a friendly and dynamic team, that are committed to providing high quality care to our residents through integrated and collaborative ways of working in conjunction with our colleagues in Primary and Social Care sectors.

Responsibilities

• Provide OT based rehabilitation for a range of physical presentations such as stroke and neurology, orthopaedics, frailty, falls, cognitive impairment and many more.
• Work with the rest of the team to provide cover across the 7 days on a rota basis.
• Carry out rehab and assessment on the rehab ward or in the community to cover duty which involves working until 18:00 to cover urgent referrals.
• Support admission avoidance for patients in their own homes as part of a 7 day service.
• Recognise and manage a deteriorating patient, problem solve and manage crises in acute situations, and carry out basic physical assessments including basic observations with escalation when appropriate.
• Demonstrate skills in communication, organisation, caseload management, autonomous working, supervision of junior colleagues, problem solving and contributing to service development.

Qualifications and Skills

• Knowledge and experience in moving and handling.
• Experience of using a range of equipment and carrying out cognitive assessments.
• Skills to holistically assess and formulate a patient-centred rehab program.
• Knowledge and experience of working with older people, particularly with frailty.

Other Employment Details

• The post holder will be required to work with the team to provide cover across the 7 days on a rota basis.
• Employment in this post requires an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, which the Trust will cover the cost of.
• Applicants who subscribe to the DBS update service can present a valid DBS certificate instead of requiring a new check.
• Applications from candidates that require current Skilled Worker sponsorship to work in the UK are ineligible to apply for this position.

At Dorset HealthCare we are on a mission to empower people to make the most of their lives through our outstanding, joined-up healthcare services. We are a dynamic, forward-looking Trust, running 12 community hospitals, specialist inpatient facilities and a wide range of integrated community and mental health services for a population of almost 800,000 people. We are committed to equal opportunities and celebrating diversity, providing an inclusive workplace where everyone is welcome and encouraged to be their best.

For the main duties and responsibilities for this role please read the attached job description and person specification. When completing your application please ensure your supporting statement reflects the criteria set out in these documents by showing how your experience and skills apply to this post.

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