Band 6 Occupational Therapist

Interviews this week ! Main duties would be • To manage a caseload of patients with stroke, taking a key worker role as indicated. • To set and maintain a high standard of clinical practice, which is evidence based where possible, using standardised assessment and outcome measures, where appropriate. • To complete a robust occupational therapy assessment of the patients’ need • To set person centred goals with patients and/or their carers and a treatment plan that supports this. • To monitor, evaluate and review occupational therapy interventions within a multidisciplinary framework and to modify as necessary • To have the ability, knowledge and skills required for moving and handling people in community environments. • To act as an advocate on behalf of patients and carers by adopting a person-centred approach to support meaningful participation in life roles within Mid Essex. • To work with other members of the stroke rehabilitation team, reablement, and voluntary sector to provide intervention around discharge and for post discharge rehabilitation. • To assist in and help co-ordinate the patient’s discharge planning, taking the lead role when acting as the patient’s keyworker. • To use knowledge of other multi-disciplinary roles and external agencies to ensure effective referral management and achieve best client care. • To have a sound understanding of occupational therapy, Royal College of Physicians and NICE clinical guidelines for stroke care. • To have a good understanding of neuro-anatomy, the clinical presentations of stroke and how they can impact on cognition and function. • To work with the ESD Coordinator and all the disciplines working in the team, to develop flexible interdisciplinary/multi-agency work practices which enhance outcomes for clients. • To meet HCPC standards of Proficiency for occupational therapy • To keep up to date with current knowledge and advances in occupational therapy practice in stroke rehabilitation and be responsible for own CPD in line with HCPC registration. • To ensure client and service records are recorded and maintained on IT databases and that client documentation is according to trust and local policies. • To comply with all policies and procedures and the Health & Safety at Work Act. • To understand and apply National Guidelines and legislation relating to occupational therapy practice. • To undertake any other duties that may be allocated.