Job Description

We are on the lookout for a dedicated and compassionate Occupational Therapist. Could that be you?

An excellent opportunity has arisen for a Band 6 Occupational Therapist to join a dedicated team working within an acute setting.

Location: Oxfordshire
Salary: £25-26 per hour
Hours: Full Time, (Monday to Friday, 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM)
Start Date: ASAP
Contract: Ongoing

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced and motivated Acute Paediatric Occupational Therapist to join a dynamic team at a hospital in Oxfordshire. This is a full-time, Band 6 role with a Monday to Friday working schedule (8:30 AM to 4:30 PM). The position offers a competitive rate of £25-26 per hour and is available for an immediate start, with ongoing contract potential.

Role Overview:
The successful candidate will provide specialist occupational therapy services to paediatric patients in an acute hospital setting. The role involves assessing, diagnosing, and delivering therapeutic interventions to children with various physical and developmental needs. The Occupational Therapist will work closely with other healthcare professionals to ensure holistic care and support for young patients and their families.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct thorough assessments of paediatric patients to determine their occupational therapy needs.
• Develop and implement individualised therapy plans to promote independence and enhance quality of life.
• Work collaboratively with the multidisciplinary team to deliver patient-centred care.
• Provide education and advice to patients and their families.
• Monitor and review patient progress, adapting therapy plans as required.
• Ensure accurate and timely documentation of assessments, treatments, and outcomes.

Requirements:

• HCPC registration as an Occupational Therapist.
• Proven experience in paediatric occupational therapy, particularly in acute settings.
• Strong clinical skills and knowledge of paediatric conditions.
• Experience of complex discharge planning
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• A compassionate approach with a focus on patient-centred care.
• Available for an immediate start.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an Occupational Therapist looking to further their career within the paediatric field in a supportive and engaging environment. If you meet the above criteria and are eager to contribute to high-quality care for paediatric patients, we encourage you to apply.

How to apply:

If this job sounds perfect for you, please call our team on (phone number removed).

You could also send your CV to (url removed) to find out more about the Occupational Therapist roles we have available.

Not available for this position? Recommend a friend or colleague! We operate a simple and transparent scheme we pay you £250 for a successful placement (qualifying period applies).

About us:

Hunter Gatherer AHP are one of the UK s leading specialist Allied Health Professionals recruitment agencies.

Our job is to listen, respond and support you in your career goals. To understand your needs and partner with you to help you achieve them. We ll always be by your side finding you the right job at the right time, with friendly, caring service. What s more, we pay leading rates with multiple pay runs each week, so you ll never be left waiting. Just one of the reasons for our group's excellent 4.7 Google rating.

Oh, and we re also one of the top 10 UK Best Small Companies to Work For

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For more details or to apply, please contact us ASAP!