Job Advert
Occupational Therapy Assistant (Ref: 133235)
Fixed term until 04/12/23
Part time 28 hours per week
Band 3 - Salary Range £23,914 - £25,808 per annum, pro rata
Distant Island Allowance of £2,119 per annum (pro rata for part-time and fixed term positions).
We are looking for an individual who is committed to providing high standards of patient centred care and to working as part of a team. This role is based at the Gilbert Bain Hospital and provides Occupational Therapy input and rehabilitation to inpatients with a wide variety of conditions, including stroke, orthopaedics and elderly care. You will work under supervision from the Occupational Therapists to provide Occupational Therapy to maximise patients’ independence and facilitate safe discharge from hospital.
This contract is until 04/12/2023. The reason for the fixed-term contract is to cover the current post holder’s secondment period. If you wish to apply for this post as a secondment opportunity, you will need to discuss with your line manager before submitting an application.
You will be expected to comply with the Induction Standards and Code of Conduct for Healthcare Support Workers within 3 months of commencing your role – details can be viewed on http://www.hcswtoolkit.nes.scot.nhs.uk/resources/hcsw-standards-and-codes/
For an informal discussion, please contact: Denise Neild, Senior Occupational Therapist, 01595 745023
Closing date: 29/01/2023
Interview date: 10/02/2023
*Please note this is a local advertisement and no relocation or interview expenses are applicable.
For more information and to apply:
If you require assistance or encounter any technical issues with your application, please e-mail support at https://jobseekersupport.jobtrain.co.uk/support/home including the vacancy reference number and “NHS Shetland” in the subject line.
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