Band 7 Highly Specialist Neuro Occupational Therapist

Job Title: Band 7 Highly Specialist Neuro Occupational Therapist

Specialty: Neuro Occupational Therapy

Location: Birmingham

Salary: £ Per Hour (Negotiable)

Description

We are currently seeking a Band 7 Highly Specialist Neuro Occupational Therapist to work within an NHS service in Birmingham. This is an exciting opportunity to join a multidisciplinary team providing specialist Occupational Therapy assessment and treatment to clients with neurological and/or frailty diagnoses, as well as those presenting with falls.

The role is for 22.5 hours per week, with days flexible, starting ASAP for an initial 12 weeks.

Job Role

• Work as part of the multidisciplinary team to support patient care.
• Provide Occupational Therapy assessment and treatment to clients with neurological and/or frailty diagnoses.
• Support clients presenting with falls in their own homes and/or in clinic.
• Provide appropriate guidance, advice and onward referrals.
• Work alongside Parkinson's specialist nurses to support patient care.
• Complete appropriate patient records in line with professional standards and Trust policy.
• Attend relevant team meetings to support effective patient care.

Essential for the role

• Current HCPC registration.
• Relevant experience in Occupational Therapy, ideally within neurological and/or frailty services.
• Experience providing assessment and treatment to patients presenting with neurological conditions and/or falls.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to provide appropriate guidance, advice and onward referrals.
• Good record-keeping skills and understanding of professional standards and Trust policies.
• Ability to work independently across community and clinic settings.
• Availability to work 22.5 hours per week, with flexible working days.

Important information needed for the CV to be considered

• HCPC registration details.
• Confirmation of compliance.
• National Insurance number.
• Confirmation of whether the worker has a Smart Card.

What We Offer

• Industry-leading in-house revalidation and appraisal support team
• Competitive pay rates
• Flexible working opportunities
• Access to exclusive NHS roles through our preferred supplier status
• A dedicated consultant offering tailored support
• A generous referral scheme