Occupational Therapist

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Occupational Therapist to join our healthcare team. Purpose of role is to provide person centred functional analysis and interventions, through the enactment of social care legislation and local government requirements, informed by occupational therapy clinical knowledge, skills and values

3 month initial contract

Vacancies available in following locations:

• Basingstoke & surrounds
• New forest & surrounds
• Winchester & surrounds
• Fareham & surrounds

Duties

• Assess patients' physical and mental capabilities to develop tailored treatment plans.
• Implement therapeutic interventions aimed at improving patients' functional abilities.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, including speech therapists and case managers, to ensure comprehensive patient care.
• Monitor patients' progress and adjust treatment plans as necessary.
• Educate patients and their families on therapeutic techniques and exercises to promote independence.
• Maintain accurate documentation of patient evaluations, treatment plans, and progress notes.
• Stay updated with advancements in occupational therapy practices and medical imaging techniques.

Skills / Requirements

• Undertake assessment of Hampshire residents to ensure they can access their homes and facilities within their home safely and independently. In some cases, the resident will have been waiting for OT assessment for 18 months plus - will need to be able to manage expectations of residents
• Must have experience with Adults Services, PD clients, and moving & handling experience
• Must hold a full UK driving licence and have access to own vehicle that is insured for business use (will be able to claim business miles from office base to visits).
• Minimum 2 years of practical experience as qualified (hold relevant degree qualification)

This role is ideal for an individual who is passionate about helping others regain their independence through effective therapeutic practices. If you possess the necessary skills and are eager to make a positive impact on patients' lives, we encourage you to apply.

Benefits

• 37 hours a week to be completed Monday to Friday
• A hybrid tablet device, so you can work more effectively and flexibly.
• 3 Month contract with possibility of extension
• £38per hour (umbrella rate)

About Us

Connect2Hampshire is a managed service agency owned by Hampshire County Council providing temporary, contract and interim opportunities into the Council. Our service is built on our values of ethical, trustworthy, and caring, and our profits are returned to our Local Authority shareholders

Connect2Hampshire is a trading style of Hampshire & Kent Commercial Services LLP - A joint venture between Hampshire County Council & Commercial Services Kent Ltd. Connect2Hampshire is an equal opportunities Employment Agency & Business. It positively encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible candidates.