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We are looking for a dynamic and enthusiastic Occupational Therapist who wishes to progress their career to specialise in neurosciences. You will be completing specialised neuro-specific assessments, goal-directed treatments & multi-therapy discharge planning. You will be required to liaise closely with local community services, specialist regional units & local DGH’s.
We are looking for a forward-thinking Occupational Therapist who is passionate about high quality patient centred care within the field of neurosciences. You will need excellent communication skills & the ability to work flexibly to accommodate the ever-changing nature of an acute & complex environment. You will be responsible for managing a varied and complex caseload as well as supporting & supervising B3-5 therapy staff & students. All our therapy staff are required to be able to undertake flexible working over a 7-day period.

Essential skills for this role:
•    Experience working with patients with neurological conditions, completing neuro assessments
•    Experience working in the acute hospital setting, ideally across a variety of clinical areas

Desirable skills for this role:
•    Involvement in service developments and facilitating change
•    Evidence of emerging leadership skills
•    Evidence of providing teaching to wider MDT, therapy teams and students
•    Ability to stay calm, whilst working in a fast-paced environment

This post is suitable for a B5 OT looking to advance to B6, or a B6 who wishes to specialise in the field of neurosciences. We have an extensive induction programme, an established area specific in-service training programme as well as a robust OT neuro-specific training with a focus on developing & sharing best practice across the Wessex region. There is regular clinical supervision as well as peer support. There are also opportunities for involvement in audit, research & service development is always encouraged as we strive for new & innovative ways of working.
Please ensure you fulfil all the essential criteria and have read the job description before applying.
We actively encourage all potential applicants to contact us to ask any questions you may have. 

PLEASE NOTE:  AI-generated application forms may not be considered for shortlisting.

If this post is not for you and you are interested in finding out about other Therapy opportunities, please email [email protected]

We look forward to hearing from you.