Job Description
Senior Occupational Therapist
Department: Allied Health Professionals and Psychology
Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time
Location: Priory Hospital Bristol
Compensation: £36,454 - £43,897 / year
Priory Hospital Bristol
Full-time | 37.5 hours per week | Site based
Salary up to £43,897 FTE depending on experience.
HCPC registration is required
We are looking to employ an enthusiastic and experienced senior occupational therapist to work on our Enhanced Rehab & Recovery unit. The unit has 24/7 admissions combining acute stabilisation with recovery-focused rehabilitation for patients with cognitive impairments.
What you'll be doing
The role involves undertaking comprehensive OT assessments, developing and implementing person-centred care plans, and facilitating therapeutic interventions. You will also assess and review moving-and-handling equipment.
Working as part of a multidisciplinary team including therapists, nursing professionals, medical staff, psychology services, healthcare support workers, and exercise and wellbeing practitioners, a large part of the role will also involve autonomous working. You will be expected to apply your occupational therapy skills, complete thorough risk assessments and use evidence-based practice to guide your therapeutic interventions.
The role will also involve supporting the Lead OT in ensuring the OT services across the site are effective, person-centred, proactive and support Priory objectives.
You will be working alongside an occupational therapy assistant and will be required to provide supervision to other occupational therapy staff.
You can find additional information in the attached job description.
What you'll bring to the role
- Minimum 2 years’ working as an occupational therapist across neurocognitive and mental health settings, excellent communication skills and a commitment to teamwork are essential for this post.
- The post holder must also be HCPC registered.
For further information, including key responsibilities, please contact Lead Occupational Therapist, Kayleigh Lewton, on 0117 9525255.
What we will give you in return
We want you to succeed at Priory and thrive in your role. You will be well supported with regular career conversations. We also offer full training and numerous pathways into leadership and qualified clinical positions to help you shape your career with us.
- Free on-site parking
- Birthday Holiday - Your Birthday as an extra days annual leave
- Enhanced maternity pay
- Contributory pension scheme
- Flexible benefits including reduced rates and access to new schemes including gym membership, IT technology (laptops / tablets / smartphones) and Healthcare Cash Plan (Simply Health Scheme)
- Access to development opportunities
- Sponsorship of professional qualifications through our Individual Professional Development (IPD) panel
- Leadership & management development
- Long service award
- Refer a friend bonuses
Shortlisting may begin upon receipt of applications, and the Recruiting Manager may close the vacancy early if enough suitable candidates are identified.
