Occupational Therapist

About

Band 5 Occupational Therapist role on Oakburn Ward at Lynfield Mount Hospital, providing care and treatment for males aged 18–65 experiencing acute mental illness. The postholder will manage an occupational therapy caseload under senior supervision and deliver person-centred, recovery-focused assessments and interventions. Applicants need a degree or equivalent pre-registration award in occupational therapy and HCPC registration or pending registration. Job grade: Band 5. Salary: £32,073 to £39,043 a year per annum. Terms of service: Permanent. Number of posts: 1. Reference: 453-26-8344446. Duty station: Lynfield Mount Hospital, Heights Lane, Daisy Hill, Bradford BD9 6DP, United Kingdom.

How to apply

Apply online through the official advert page on NHS Jobs.

Responsibilities

• Utilising the evidence base and specialist occupational knowledge and skills.
• Delivering specific and person-centred interventions with a focus on recovery and wellbeing.
• Supporting the wider clinical team in promoting mental health and managing risk and safety across the ward.
• Contributing to MDT formulations and individualised care plans to support transition and discharges.
• Prioritising own workload and managing time effectively.
• Contributing to team and service developments.
• Being involved in supporting students and assistants with their development and learning.
• Adopting working hours in accordance with the team requirements.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate practice placements in a variety of settings.
• Degree or equivalent pre-registration award in occupational therapy.
• Registered (or pending registration) with the Health and Care Professions Council.
• Knowledge of occupational therapy and HCPC standards and codes of ethics.
• Knowledge of recovery focused approaches within mental health services.
• Applicants must have current UK professional registration.