Occupational Therapist - Older Peoples Service

NHS Scotland ,
Greenock, Renfrewshire

Overview

Job Description

An opportunity for Occupational Therapist to work in Elderly Care Rehabilitation Unit working within an integrated Physiotherapy and Occupational Therapy Service. Our aim is to provide an integrated PT/OT service to facilitate a timely and safe discharge for our patient group. We drive to provide patient centered approach to ensure patient needs are addressed. You will provide direct clinical care which encompasses OT assessment, treatment and management of these patients. You will have a responsibility to supervise and develop junior and support staff as well as deputising for Team Lead in their absence. You should have relevant post graduate experience in a relevant setting and experience of supervising staff and students as well as involvement in service development. It is essential you have a Degree / Diploma in Occupational Therapy with current registration with the HCPC. The hours of this post are worked 5 days over 7. Informal Contact: Lynne Thomson, Tel No: 01475 504468 Details on how to contact the Recruitment Service can be found within the Candidate Information Packs .