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.
An opportunity has arisen for a highly experienced and self motivated Occupational Therapist to join the Mid Ross Integrated Team.
The successful post holder will support complex community based rehabilitation and drive the rehabilitation approach within the team.
Additional responsibilities will include community based assessment of needs which may require provision of minor and major adaptations as well as facilitation of early discharges from inpatient care.
There will also be a need for the Band 6 to support the training and supervision of the Band 5 OT, Band 4 OTA’s and HCSW’s.
Opportunities for ongoing professional development are encouraged.
A Degree or Diploma in Occupational Therapy is required as is current HCPC registration.
You will be expected to travel efficiently and effectively between various work locations to meet the operational requirements of the service.
Full driving license and use of a car for work purposes is essential.
Informal enquiries to: Neil Hastie, AHP Team Lead on (01349) 868774 email: neil.hastie@nhs.scot
NHS Highland is geographically the largest of the 14 regional boards of NHS Scotland, covering an area of 12,500 square miles, across Highland and Argyll & Bute.
We employ over 10,700 people, making us one of the biggest employers in the area. As an organisation, we make a very significant contribution to the local economy.
Our staff are also important members of our communities. Our greatest asset is our workforce, and the way we go about our work comes from the values and behaviours we demonstrate on a daily basis. As a board we strive to ensure the environment is conducive to nurturing a positive culture, supported and delivered through our NHS and social care values.
Care and compassion
Dignity and respect
Openness, honesty and responsibility
Quality and teamwork
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