At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide high-quality occupational therapy to patients with complex palliative care needs.
- Company: Join Oxford Natural Healthcare Professionals, a trusted provider in the private healthcare sector.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, flexible hours, and personalised support from our recruitment team.
- Other info: Work within a supportive multidisciplinary team and contribute to service development.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in patients' lives while developing your specialist clinical skills.
- Qualifications: Minimum 3 years’ experience in Occupational Therapy and HCPC registration required.
The predicted salary is between 38141 - 46617 £ per year.
We are currently seeking an experienced Specialist Occupational Therapist to join a specialist palliative care service in Newry. This role involves providing high-quality occupational therapy to patients with complex palliative care needs, working as part of a multidisciplinary team to support independence, comfort and quality of life.
Key Requirements
- Minimum 3 years’ post-graduate Occupational Therapy experience
- Experience working within a multidisciplinary team
- Experience providing Occupational Therapy interventions to palliative care patients in an acute and/or community setting
- Registered with the HCPC
- Diploma or Degree in Occupational Therapy recognised by WFOT
- Experience in postural management and prescription of specialised seating systems
- Experience assessing and recommending adaptive equipment
- Excellent communication, organisational and prioritisation skills
- Ability to work independently and effectively within a multidisciplinary team
- Full UK driving licence and access to a car for work purposes, including appropriate business insurance, or another suitable arrangement
Desirable Experience
- Experience in fatigue, anxiety and dyspnoea management
- Knowledge of current oncology and palliative care guidelines
- Experience facilitating group activities
- Experience participating in audit or research
- Experience using cognitive screening tools
- Postgraduate development in palliative care or a related specialist area
- Knowledge and understanding of RQIA standards
What We Offer
- Temporary / fixed-term opportunity
- Band 6 equivalent role
- Monday to Friday working pattern
- 22.5–31 hours per week
- Opportunity to work within a specialist palliative care multidisciplinary team
- Opportunity to contribute to clinical governance and service development
- Personalised support from our recruitment team
- Opportunity to develop specialist clinical experience within a patient-centred environment
About Us
Oxford Natural Healthcare Professionals is a trusted provider of clinical talent to the UK’s private healthcare sector. We specialise in placing highly skilled professionals in roles that match their expertise and values.
Work Location: In person
Specialist Occupational Therapist in Newry employer: Oxford Natural Healthcare Professionals
Oxford Natural Healthcare Professionals is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive work culture that prioritises employee well-being and professional growth. Located in Enfield, we provide our team with comprehensive training opportunities and the chance to make a meaningful impact in the community through high-quality care services. Join us to be part of a dedicated team that values innovation and excellence in domiciliary care.
Contact Details:
Oxford Natural Healthcare Professionals Recruitment Team
