Occupational Therapist

Occupational Therapist – NHS Scotland

NHS Ayrshire and Arran is one of 14 territorial NHS Boards within NHS Scotland.

In support of our core purpose of working together to achieve the healthiest life possible for everyone in Ayrshire and Arran, we are committed to a culture that is caring, safe and respectful. You will be required to work collaboratively in a safe, caring and respectful way.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Occupational Therapist within our Primary Care Occupational Therapy service based at Biggart Hospital.

• The provision of Occupational Therapy assessment and intervention for individuals in Ayrshire & Arran, addressing needs within the physical, psychological, environmental, cognitive, perceptual, sensory, social, self‑care, domestic, communication and community living aspects of function.
• The planning, development and management of services which aim to enable individuals to achieve their maximum potential in relation to occupational performance. This approach will support the facilitation of safe and successful discharges from hospital, prevention of admission to hospital and/or enabling an individual to remain within their community environment.
• You will be well supported through well‑established robust supervision structures and processes and have the opportunity to work closely with a wide range of health, social work colleagues and voluntary organisations.

• Awareness of quality improvement methodology
• Ability to adapt leadership and communication approaches to achieve optimal outcomes
• Ability to clinically reason and develop treatment which meets service user outcomes
• Ability to collaborate and positively influence teams
• Ability to innovate
• Experience of utilising outcome measures

It is essential you have a Degree/Diploma in Occupational Therapy with current registration with HCPC. A full UK driving licence is essential for this post.

The hours are worked Monday to Friday, with flexible working/full or part time considered.

You should apply for this post by completing the application process on Job Train. Do not upload a CV as this will not be used for shortlisting purposes.

Posts close at midnight on the indicated date. Late applications will not be accepted.

Joanne Payne – Occupational Therapy Team Lead

Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle is essential.

We are a legally compliant employer providing equal opportunities for all. We do not provide sponsorship for bank contracts.