Occupational Therapist

We are looking to recruit a full time, permanent Adult CMHT Occupational Therapist based at Airdrie Community Health Centre.

Please note: The postholder must be a Car driver with valid driving licence and be able to accomodate a flexible working pattern to meet the requirements of the post

As part of a multi-disciplinary team, the post holder will manage a defined caseload, using evidence based practice and client centred principles to assess, plan, implement and evaluate interventions in both hospital and community settings.

The post holder is expected to develop relevant clinical skills, knowledge and experience without direct supervision.

Duties may vary depending on the care group / department / assigned area of work or level of experience

Knowledge, Training and/or Experience Required to do the Job

• Registered Occupational Therapist with valid HCPC Registration
• Knowledge of application of the theory underpinning OT practice
• The post holder will be required to demonstrate excellent team working skills with the ability to work using own initiative

Informal enquiries regarding the post will be welcomed byjoanne.todd@lanarkshire.scot.nhs.uk

For queries regarding the application form or recruitment process only , please contact marion.bisset@lanarkshire.scot.nhs.uk stating the job title and reference number in the subject. Please note: all job related queries must be directed to the informal contact noted above.

If Applicable Please note: we anticipate a high level of interest in this position and may close the advert once sufficient applications are received. Please complete and submit your application early.

‘In NHS Lanarkshire we are committed to recruiting a workforce that fully reflects the diverse make-up of our society. A place where every individual can thrive, develop and succeed based on skill, knowledge and talent, regardless of race, disability, gender, sexual orientation, care experienced* or any other dimension that can be used to differentiate people from one another.

• Care experienced applicants are people who live/have lived with foster parents/kinship carers or who live/have lived in a residential children’s setting/secure unit.’

Whilst this advertisement may be for a specific post(s) in a particular location, applicants who are shortlisted for interview may be considered for similar vacancies in alternative locations.

NHS Lanarkshire has a legal obligation to ensure that it does not employ any Worker who has not been granted the relevant permission to work in the UK. This permission is without exception granted by UK Visas and Immigrations. We are required to check the entitlement to work in the UK of all prospective employees, regardless of nationality or job category.Candidates who require a Certificate of Sponsorship can access further information atwww.bia.homeoffice.gov.uk.Skilled worker Visa and all current immigration rules are available atwww.gov.uk

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