Specialist Occupational Therapist
8 days ago
Newry
Job Title: Specialist Occupational Therapist Location: Newry, Northern Ireland Contract Type: Temporary / Fixed-Term Salary: Competitive Rates to be discussed Role Overview We are currently seeking an experienced Specialist Occupational Therapist to join a specialist palliative care service in Newry. This role involves providing high-quality occupational therapy to patients with complex palliative care needs, working as part of a multidisciplinary team to support independence, comfort and quality of life. Key Requirements • Minimum 3 years’ post-graduate Occupational Therapy experience, • Experience working within a multidisciplinary team, • Experience providing Occupational Therapy interventions to palliative care patients in an acute and/or community setting, • Registered with the HCPC, • Diploma or Degree in Occupational Therapy recognised by WFOT, • Experience in postural management and prescription of specialised seating systems, • Experience assessing and recommending adaptive equipment, • Excellent communication, organisational and prioritisation skills, • Ability to work independently and effectively within a multidisciplinary team, • Full UK driving licence and access to a car for work purposes, including appropriate business insurance, or another suitable arrangement Desirable Experience • Experience in fatigue, anxiety and dyspnoea management, • Knowledge of current oncology and palliative care guidelines, • Experience facilitating group activities, • Experience participating in audit or research, • Experience using cognitive screening tools, • Postgraduate development in palliative care or a related specialist area, • Knowledge and understanding of RQIA standards What We Offer • Temporary / fixed-term opportunity, • Band 6 equivalent role, • Monday to Friday working pattern, • 22.5–31 hours per week, • Opportunity to work within a specialist palliative care multidisciplinary team, • Opportunity to contribute to clinical governance and service development, • Personalised support from our recruitment team, • Opportunity to develop specialist clinical experience within a patient-centred environment About Us Oxford Natural Healthcare Professionals is a trusted provider of clinical talent to the UK’s private healthcare sector. We specialise in placing highly skilled professionals in roles that match their expertise and values. Work Location: In person