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Job Description
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- To provide Occupational Therapy intervention to children (aged 0 to 19 years), with a variety of conditions.
- To work across the geographical areas within the borough.
- Conduct thorough assessments of patients physical, emotional, and social needs.
- Develop individualised treatment plans aimed at improving patients functional abilities.
- Monitor and document patient progress and modify treatment plans as necessary.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, including physiotherapists, speech therapists, and medical staff, to provide holistic care.
- Educate patients and their families on treatment goals and techniques for home practice.
- Maintain accurate records of patient care activities in compliance with legal and ethical standards.
- Stay updated on the latest research and advancements in occupational therapy practices.
- To provide Occupational Therapy intervention to children (aged 0 to 19 years), with a variety of conditions.
- To work across the geographical areas within the borough.
- Conduct thorough assessments of patients physical, emotional, and social needs.
- Develop individualised treatment plans aimed at improving patients functional abilities.
- Monitor and document patient progress and modify treatment plans as necessary.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, including physiotherapists, speech therapists, and medical staff, to provide holistic care.
- Educate patients and their families on treatment goals and techniques for home practice.
- Maintain accurate records of patient care activities in compliance with legal and ethical standards.
- Stay updated on the latest research and advancements in occupational therapy practices.
- Strong knowledge of anatomy and physiology to understand patient conditions effectively.
- Experience or knowledge in paediatrics is advantageous for working with younger patients.
- Proficiency in patient care techniques that promote recovery and rehabilitation.
- Familiarity with medical imaging techniques to assist in diagnosis and treatment planning.
- Ability to manage cases effectively within critical care settings such as ICU or hospitals.
- Excellent communication skills for interacting with patients, families, and healthcare colleagues.
- Critical thinking skills to assess situations quickly and make informed decisions regarding patient care.
- A compassionate approach towards patient interactions, ensuring a supportive environment for recovery.
- A minimum of 6 months paid experience in a similar role as band 6 Occupational Therapist within the last 3 Years
- HCPC registration
- Diploma/Degree in Occupational Therapy
- To provide Occupational Therapy intervention to children (aged 0 to 19 years), with a variety of conditions.
- To work across the geographical areas within the borough.
- Conduct thorough assessments of patients physical, emotional, and social needs.
- Develop individualised treatment plans aimed at improving patients functional abilities.
- Monitor and document patient progress and modify treatment plans as necessary.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, including physiotherapists, speech therapists, and medical staff, to provide holistic care.
- Educate patients and their families on treatment goals and techniques for home practice.
- Maintain accurate records of patient care activities in compliance with legal and ethical standards.
- Stay updated on the latest research and advancements in occupational therapy practices.
- Strong knowledge of anatomy and physiology to understand patient conditions effectively.
- Experience or knowledge in paediatrics is advantageous for working with younger patients.
- Proficiency in patient care techniques that promote recovery and rehabilitation.
- Familiarity with medical imaging techniques to assist in diagnosis and treatment planning.
- Ability to manage cases effectively within critical care settings such as ICU or hospitals.
- Excellent communication skills for interacting with patients, families, and healthcare colleagues.
- Critical thinking skills to assess situations quickly and make informed decisions regarding patient care.
- A compassionate approach towards patient interactions, ensuring a supportive environment for recovery.
- A minimum of 6 months paid experience in a similar role as band 6 Occupational Therapist within the last 3 Years
- HCPC registration
- Diploma/Degree in Occupational Therapy
- Occupational Therapy Degree
- 6 Months NHS experience with Paediatric service
- Occupational Therapy Degree
- 6 Months NHS experience with Paediatric service
Job summary
We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Paediatric Occupational Therapist to join our healthcare team. The successful candidate will work with patients to help them develop, recover, and improve the skills needed for daily living and working. This role involves assessing patients' needs, creating tailored treatment plans, and collaborating with other healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive patient care.
Main duties of the job
Responsibilities
About us
Here at NHS Professionals, we run England's largest NHS staff bank and are experts at putting people in places to care. Every year we help thousands of dedicated and highly skilled NHS workers enjoy better career opportunities, more flexible shifts, and a healthier work-life balance across our partnered Trusts.
Career Progression access to Learning & Development opportunities, so that you can take on new roles and challenges
Work-life Balance flexible shifts, committed shifts, wellbeing resources and build paid annual leave
Opportunity & Access over 50 partner NHS Trusts to give you the flexibility of choice to work how and where you want
Date posted
14 March 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 6
Salary
£20.15 an hour
Contract
Bank
Duration
3 months
Working pattern
Full-time, Part-time
Reference number
M0042-25-0963
Job locations
Halton Lodge Childrens Centre
Grangeway
Runcorn
Cheshire
WA7 5LU
Windmill Hill Children's Centre
Norton Hill
Windmill Hill
Runcorn
Cheshire
WA7 6QE
Brookvale Childrens Centre
Woodhatch Road
Brookvale
Runcorn
Cheshire
WA7 6BJ
Grove House Practice
High Street
Runcorn
Cheshire
WA7 1AB
Job descriptionJob description
Job responsibilities
Role: Specialist Occupational Therapist
Department: Childrens Specialist Services
Location: Halton
Rate: £20.15
Shift Pattern: Days Mon-Fri 8.00-17.00
Job SummaryWe are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Paediatric Occupational Therapist to join our healthcare team. The successful candidate will work with patients to help them develop, recover, and improve the skills needed for daily living and working. This role involves assessing patients' needs, creating tailored treatment plans, and collaborating with other healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive patient care.
Responsibilities
Skills
Join our team as an Occupational Therapist where you can make a significant difference in the lives of individuals through your expertise and dedication!
Youll need to have the following qualification/experience:
*Depending on the Trust, you may require variable additional certification and skills.
Who are NHS Professionals?
We are NHS Professionals (NHSP), working together to care for patients in the NHS. Providing you with the power to decide when, how, and where you want to work. Supporting your lifestyle and making you feel part of the team and community.
Apply Today
By joining us you can look forward to a choice of flexible Bank shifts across any of our client Trusts in England, as well as the ability to develop professionally and gain experience in several wards or areas.
Disclaimer
Please note, you will be contacted by email throughout the recruitment process, so please check your emails, including your junk/spam regularly. We regret we cannot contact everyone who is not selected for an interview, therefore if you do not hear from us within 21 days after submitting your application, please assume you have not been successful on this occasion.
Job responsibilities
Role: Specialist Occupational Therapist
Department: Childrens Specialist Services
Location: Halton
Rate: £20.15
Shift Pattern: Days Mon-Fri 8.00-17.00
Job SummaryWe are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Paediatric Occupational Therapist to join our healthcare team. The successful candidate will work with patients to help them develop, recover, and improve the skills needed for daily living and working. This role involves assessing patients' needs, creating tailored treatment plans, and collaborating with other healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive patient care.
Responsibilities
Skills
Join our team as an Occupational Therapist where you can make a significant difference in the lives of individuals through your expertise and dedication!
Youll need to have the following qualification/experience:
*Depending on the Trust, you may require variable additional certification and skills.
Who are NHS Professionals?
We are NHS Professionals (NHSP), working together to care for patients in the NHS. Providing you with the power to decide when, how, and where you want to work. Supporting your lifestyle and making you feel part of the team and community.
Apply Today
By joining us you can look forward to a choice of flexible Bank shifts across any of our client Trusts in England, as well as the ability to develop professionally and gain experience in several wards or areas.
Disclaimer
Please note, you will be contacted by email throughout the recruitment process, so please check your emails, including your junk/spam regularly. We regret we cannot contact everyone who is not selected for an interview, therefore if you do not hear from us within 21 days after submitting your application, please assume you have not been successful on this occasion.
Person SpecificationPerson Specification
Qualifications
Essential
Experience
Essential
Qualifications
Essential
Experience
Essential
Additional informationDisclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details
Employer name
NHS Professionals Limited
Address
Halton Lodge Childrens Centre
Grangeway
Runcorn
Cheshire
WA7 5LU
Employer's website
Employer details
Employer name
NHS Professionals Limited
Address
Halton Lodge Childrens Centre
Grangeway
Runcorn
Cheshire
WA7 5LU
Employer's website
About the company
National Health Service (NHS) is the umbrella term for the publicly-funded healthcare systems of the United Kingdom (UK). The founding principles were that services should be comprehensive, universal and free at the point of delivery—a health service based on clinical need, not ability to pay. Each service provides a comprehensive range of health services, free at the point of use for people ordinarily resident in the United Kingdom apart from dental treatment and optical care.
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