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The South Perthshire and Kinross Locality, Perth & Kinross HSCP, has an exciting opportunity for a Band 5 Occupational Therapist. The post will enhance the multidisciplinary team to deliver inpatient and community rehabilitation and support the development of new models of care with an integrated approach.
The team are looking for an Occupational Therapist who is keen to be part of developing an innovative and forward looking service and will promote the value of Occupational Therapy, providing high quality assessment and rehabilitation. You will be required to have relevant Occupational Therapy experience within physical rehabilitation and an understanding of the principles of health and social care integration. You should be passionate about providing excellent person centred treatment and care, and value honest and open communication. You will be fully supported by senior staff, with supervision, appraisal and regular CPD opportunities.
In line with the evidence base and the strategic direction of NHS Tayside, the Allied Health Professions will be moving towards 7 day working. This is for improved outcomes and to maximise a person-centred equitable approach to care. Therefore all new contracts for AHP staff will be for a 5 out of 7 day service/rota to enable the service to be ready to move to a safe and effective 7 day service.
NHS Tayside is committed to equality and diversity and welcomes applicants from all sections of the community.
Applicants must be registered with HCPC.
Perth is a vibrant cultural city surrounded by stunning rural countryside and is within easy reach of the central belt.
Informal enquiries to Karen Collins, Occupational Therapy Team Lead. Tel: 01764 651767.
Hours of work are: 37.5 hours
NHS Tayside is committed to equality and diversity and welcomes applicants from all sections of the community.
Short-listed applicants will be contacted by email. Please check your emails regularly, including your junk/spam folder.