The Talent Hub
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Occupational Therapist
Description:
Occupational Therapist – Ware, Hertfordshire Location: Westgate House Care Centre, Tower Road, Ware, Hertfordshire, SG12 7LPSalary: £38,000 to £42,000 FTE a year, depending on experienceHours: Up to 40 hours per weekJob type: Flexible, Full time or Part time minimum of 3 daysCome and make a difference with the team at Westgate Healthcare #CareWithUsAtWestgateWe are looking for an Occupational Therapist, Band 6 and upwards, will consider Band 5 depending on skills and experience to work in our rehabilitation unit that consists of 13 beds within our care home based in Ware, Hertfordshire. You will provide Occupational Therapy assessment, advice and rehabilitation to residents discharged from hospital for further rehabilitation. You will be an experienced Occupational Therapist with good clinical knowledge within the elderly care sector and within a rehabilitation unit.What’s in it for youThe Butterfly Benefits:Blue Light Card employee discount schemeByond Prepayment Card employee cashback cardExtras Discounts employee discount schemeCycle to Work SchemeEmployee Assistance ProgrammeRefer a Friend SchemeEmployee of the monthTeam social eventsStaff wellness fundLoyalty and long-service awardsEmployment Perks:Competitive pay rates with enhanced pay on bank holidaysSupport in achieving additional qualifications, including nationally recognised qualificationsComprehensive induction with a work buddy to help you settle inFree training and developmentAbout the role:Undertake OT assessments and provide rehabilitation to residents discharged from hospital and the community, for further rehabilitationProvide OT advice to residents, carers, family and multidisciplinary team membersConduct off site access visits as necessary to identify equipment requirements and ensure safe dischargeAttend Multidisciplinary Team meetings to review our residents needs and plan dischargeAccurately maintain records and document in a timely mannerAttend and participate in team meetings and in-service trainingProvide training to care staff on assembly of equipment for residentsAs part of a team within a Nursing Home, take interest in our residents throughout the home, as well as with the Intermediate Care Clients and assist in activities for residents providing exercise where appropriateEnsure Health & Safety standards are monitored and any shortfalls identified and reported to the Home ManagerHave full knowledge of, and take responsibility, to ensure adherence to infection control policies and procedures at all timesAbout you:The right to live and work in the UK A caring nature, positive attitude and the ability to work in a teamExcellent communication skills, both verbal and writtenBSc Hons or equivalent Occupational Therapy qualification and HCPC Registration is essential to be consideredPrevious experience of working with the elderly is desirable but not essential as full training is providedWe reserve the right to close this vacancy once we receive suitable applications, therefore, an early submission is encouraged. Due to a high volume of applications, if you do not hear from us within 5 working days, please assume that your application has been unsuccessful.Westgate Healthcare is an equal opportunities employer, and we welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age.employer, and we welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age.
Company:
The Talent Hub
Posted:
August 19 on Careers4a
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