Locum Occupational Therapist - Community Stroke & Neuro-Rehabilitation Team

☞ Red Sector Recruitment Limited

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Update day: 11-06-2024

Location: Stornoway Scotland

Category: Health / Medical Care

Industry: Staffing Recruiting

Position: Entry level

Job type: Full-time

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We are currently seeking a skilled and motivated Occupational Therapist to join the Community Stroke & Neuro-Rehabilitation Team based in the Western Isles, Scotland

  • £50+ per hour
  • Accommodation and Ferry Paid
  • 12-week contract from April
  • To work across hospital, out-patient and community so must be a car driver

The successful candidate will play a key role in providing specialised occupational therapy services to individuals recovering from stroke and neurological conditions within the community setting. This position involves working collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team to enhance the independence and quality of life of our clients.

Key Responsibilities

Assessment and Rehabilitation Planning:

  • Conduct comprehensive assessments of individuals with stroke and neurological conditions to determine their functional abilities, limitations, and rehabilitation needs.
  • Develop individualized rehabilitation plans in collaboration with clients, their families, and other members of the rehabilitation team.
  • Occupational Therapy Interventions:
  • Provide evidence-based occupational therapy interventions to address clients’ physical, cognitive, and psychosocial needs.
  • Implement rehabilitation strategies to enhance independence in activities of daily living (ADLs), mobility, and community integration.

Adaptive Equipment And Assistive Technology

  • Evaluate the need for and prescribe adaptive equipment and assistive technology to improve clients’ independence and safety in their home environment.
  • Provide training to clients and their caregivers on the use of adaptive devices.

Cognitive Rehabilitation

  • Conduct cognitive assessments and implement cognitive rehabilitation interventions to address deficits in memory, attention, and executive functioning.
  • Collaborate with clients to develop compensatory strategies for managing cognitive challenges.

Community Integration

  • Work with clients to set goals related to community participation and engagement.
  • Facilitate community reintegration by addressing barriers and promoting clients’ confidence in navigating their environment.

Education And Support

  • Provide education and support to clients, families, and caregivers on rehabilitation strategies, coping mechanisms, and community resources.
  • Collaborate with other healthcare professionals to ensure holistic care.
  • Progress Monitoring and Evaluation:
  • Regularly assess and document clients’ progress towards established goals.
  • Modify rehabilitation plans based on ongoing assessments and client feedback.

Collaboration With Multidisciplinary Team

  • Work collaboratively with physiotherapists, speech therapists, nurses, social workers, and other healthcare professionals to ensure coordinated and integrated care.
  • Participate in team meetings to discuss client progress and coordinate care plans.

Qualifications And Requirements

  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Occupational Therapy.
  • Current registration with the relevant occupational therapy regulatory body.
  • Experience in providing occupational therapy services to individuals with stroke and neurological conditions.
  • Strong clinical reasoning and problem-solving skills.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.
  • Knowledge of community-based rehabilitation services and resources.
  • Commitment to evidence-based practice and continuous professional development.
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Deadline: 26-07-2024

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