Occupational Therapist

Job Overview

We require an enthusiastic Occupational Therapist, with an interest in working in the Acute physical setting, to join our team. If you are looking to develop your higher Band 5 skills this post would also be suitable for you. You will be supported by experienced staff and will have the opportunity to develop both clinical and leadership skills.

The post will be based mainly at Dumfries & Galloway Royal Infirmary within the Therapies Dept. The rotational programme (6 months) enables you to develop skills, both clinically and within the Leadership pillar of practice, and gain experience across a range of acute hospital specialities including:

• Medical / Surgical – including Emergency Department and Admissions Unit
• Orthopaedics
• Rehabilitation
• Medicine for the Elderly.

You may also be able to complete a rotation in the Community. This will allow you to deliver rehabilitation services and offers the opportunity to develop skills in providing ongoing rehabilitation for patients either as out patients or within their own homes or Community hospital. Ability to travel independently is required for this Community rotation.

The Acute OT service currently provides a 7 day service and you would be expected to work at weekends and PH (Public Holidays) as part of an agreed rota. This will be discussed at interview.

The service offers a friendly and supportive working environment which actively supports CPD along with an established supervision appraisal system (TURAS) and work‑based training.

For informal enquiries, please contact Naomi.yulet

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