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An exciting new opportunity has arisen for an individual to join our team of Occupational Therapists based within the Outpatient Department, Rehabilitation Unit, Perth Royal Infirmary. We provide assessment and treatment to patients within three specialist clinical areas - Hand Therapy, Rheumatology and Neurology. You will assist in the provision of rehabilitation to the clinical caseload in a supportive role with the Occupational Therapists and will also undertake administrative and housekeeping duties including cleaning equipment and treatment areas.
Previous experience within a care setting is essential. You must be able to encourage and motivate patients and have excellent communication skills both written and verbal. IT skills are also essential. Role and responsibility example below:
Perth and Kinross Occupational Therapy Service is committed to continued Personal Development through our clinical networks and a structured system of competencies and review is in place for support staff.
You will be required to achieve the mandatory Induction Standards for Healthcare Support Workers in Scotland and to comply with the Code of Conduct throughout your employment.
Please contact Caroline Mackay, Team Lead Occupational Therapist on 01738 473989 on caroline.mackay@nhs.scot for more information.
Hours of work: 37.5
This post is Fixed Term for 1 year.
Internal candidates - Written approval must be sought from your line manager prior to applying for a secondment. You will be required to bring this if shortlisted for interview.
NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. To this end, NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.
Short-listed applicants will be contacted by email. Please check your emails regularly, including your junk/spam folder.