Senior Occupational TherapistNHS

Job summary

As a Regional Occupational Therapist, youll lead and support a team of therapists across your region to deliver exceptional therapy services.

Youll oversee several complex cases, providing specialist assessments, clinical diagnoses and interventions to help people overcome the challenges they face with completing everyday tasks or activities.

Youll work alongside your Regional Director of Operations to develop therapy services across the region, focusing on clinical governance, quality assurance and team development.

The services you provide will play a huge part in making every day better for adults living with a range of complex needs arising from brain injuries, dementia, mental health conditions, neuro- disabilities and physical disabilities.

The people we support are individuals and we embrace that so every day will be different.

Main duties of the job

About the roleOur Occupational Therapists provide specialist assessments, clinical diagnoses and interventions to help people overcome the challenges they face with completing everyday tasks and activities.

Youll work as part of a wider Clinical Team to create person-centred care and rehabilitation plans that maintain and build peoples abilities, support them to achieve their goals and evaluate their outcomes.

No two days will ever be the same, but your day-to-day responsibilities will include:

• being responsiblefor a clinical caseload
• working alongside the people we support, their loved ones and professionals to develop and deliver person-centred occupational therapy interventions
• collaborating closely with the Therapy Team (Physiotherapist, Therapy Assistant and Activities Coordinators)
• being responsible for a clinical caseload
• carrying out assessments
• maintaining accurate records for people receiving occupational therapies
• promoting choice, dignity and independence.

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Job description

Regional Occupational TherapistAbout the RoleAs a Regional Occupational Therapist, you will lead and support a team of therapists across your region to deliver exceptional therapy services.

You will oversee complex cases, providing specialist assessments, clinical diagnoses and interventions to help individuals overcome challenges with everyday activities. Working closely with the Regional Director of Operations, you will develop therapy services across the region, focusing on clinical governance, quality assurance and team development.

You will support adults living with complex needs arising from brain injuries, dementia, mental health conditions, neuro-disabilities and physical disabilities.

Key ResponsibilitiesClinical Responsibilities

• Manage a clinical caseload of complex cases independently and professionally.
• Undertake comprehensive occupational therapy assessments.
• Apply clinical reasoning to determine appropriate treatment plans.
• Develop and deliver person-centred occupational therapy interventions.
• Promote independence through interventions focused on self-care, leisure and productivity.
• Ensure therapy services comply with HCPC and RCOT professional standards.
• Work collaboratively with GPs, Consultants, NHS services, social services and other agencies.
• Deliver evidence-based occupational therapy interventions.
• Obtain informed consent and work within relevant legal frameworks where capacity is impaired.
• Support the investigation and management of therapy-related complaints.
• Promote meaningful activity and support activities teams.
• Communicate effectively with individuals who may have communication barriers using verbal, non-verbal and written methods.
• Maintain accurate clinical records in accordance with professional standards.
• Monitor outcomes, evaluate progress and update care plans accordingly.
• Ensure safe use of specialist equipment and provide training where required.
• Adhere to health and safety, infection prevention and control procedures.
• Identify service issues and recommend improvements to optimise therapy provision.

Leadership and Team Responsibilities

• Provide induction, support, training, supervision and mentorship to Junior and Senior Therapists and Therapy Assistants.
• Lead and clinically supervise therapy teams across the region.
• Delegate and coordinate workloads effectively.
• Contribute to multidisciplinary team meetings.
• Support service development projects and initiatives.
• Assess regional therapy demand and support recruitment planning.
• Work collaboratively with Therapy Leads and regional colleagues to expand and enhance therapy services.
• Maintain effective communication across services and teams.
• Produce professional reports and correspondence as required.
• Build and maintain positive relationships with colleagues, residents, families, professionals and external agencies.

Professional Development

• Maintain HCPC registration and professional competence through CPD.
• Develop specialist knowledge in rehabilitation, assessment and treatment approaches.
• Complete mandatory and statutory training requirements.
• Participate in audits, service reviews, clinical research and quality improvement projects.
• Maintain personal wellbeing and resilience to support safe and effective practice.
• Participate in performance development reviews.
• Promote therapy services through blogs, case studies, social media content and marketing initiatives where appropriate.

Qualifications and ExperienceEssential

• BSc or MSc in Occupational Therapy.
• Current HCPC registration.
• GCSE English and Maths (Grade C or above or equivalent).
• Full UK driving licence.
• Access to a fully insured vehicle for travel between services.
• Evidence of ongoing Continuing Professional Development.
• Experience working across a variety of occupational therapy settings.
• Minimum of five years' post-graduate experience.
• Experience managing complex neurological and/or mental health cases.
• Experience supervising and leading teams.
• Experience contributing to service development.
• Understanding of quality and regulatory requirements within care services.

Desirable

• Experience within neurology, neuro-rehabilitation or mental health services.

Skills and Knowledge

• Strong clinical assessment and reasoning skills.
• Detailed understanding of occupational therapy best practice.
• Knowledge of the Mental Capacity Act and Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards (DoLS).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organisational and time management skills.
• Ability to work independently and prioritise workload effectively.
• Good IT and digital skills.
• Ability to remain calm and effective in challenging situations.

Personal QualitiesWe are looking for someone who:

• Leads by example and demonstrates professionalism at all times.
• Can motivate, coach and develop others.
• Has strong leadership capabilities.
• Treats people with dignity and respect.
• Is adaptable and flexible.
• Has a positive, can-do attitude.
• Is committed to continuous learning and development.
• Is self-motivated, dynamic and conscientious.
• Has a strong focus on delivering outstanding outcomes for service users.

Training and DevelopmentYou will receive a comprehensive induction covering:

• Mandatory and statutory training.
• Moving and handling.
• Safeguarding.
• Person-centred care.
• Infection prevention and control.
• Positive Behaviour Support.

Ongoing support includes:

• Regular clinical supervision.
• Performance development reviews.
• Continuing professional development opportunities.
• Career progression and specialist training.

About Exemplar Health CareExemplar Health Care provides specialist nursing care for adults living with complex needs arising from:

• Dementia
• Brain injuries
• Huntington's disease
• Mental health conditions
• Physical disabilities
• Learning disabilities

Across more than 50 care homes in the UK, our Occupational Therapists play a vital role in empowering people to maximise independence and live fulfilling lives.

Our MissionTo make every day better for the people we support and our colleagues.

Our VisionTo ensure adults living with complex needs can access outstanding care and support in community-based homes close to family and friends, focused on personal goals and outcomes.

Compliance ResponsibilitiesThe successful candidate will be required to:

• Comply with Health and Safety at Work legislation.
• Follow safeguarding policies and procedures.
• Understand and work within the Care Act 2014, Mental Capacity Act 2005 and DoLS framework.
• Maintain professional boundaries and standards of conduct.
• Comply with Data Protection Act 2018 and UK GDPR requirements.
• Respect confidentiality and ensure information is shared appropriately and lawfully.

About us

About Exemplar Health CareExemplarHealthCareisaleadingproviderofnursingcareforadultsliving with a range of complex needs.

Our homes support adults living with complex needs, including brain injuries, dementia, mental health conditions, neuro-disabilities and physical disabilities.

Acrossallofourhomes,onethingremainsthesame-ourOccupationalTherapistsplay a vital role in empowering people to live their best lives!

As well as stable and secure employment opportunities, we offer great benefits and perks, and plenty of opportunities to learn, develop and progress.