Job summary
Join Ceredigion Council's friendly, supportive, and forward-thinking Occupational Therapy service during an exciting period of restructuring! We are seeking two passionate OTs to make a real difference within our innovative through-age community team.
In this varied role, you will autonomously manage a complex caseload, specialising in major adaptations, manual handling, and specialist seating. This is your chance to share your skills, develop expertise in paediatrics, and support junior staff, all while helping shape a modernised service.
If you are an experienced OT eager to apply your clinical skills across the beautiful county of Ceredigion, we would love to hear from you.
Main duties of the job
You will autonomously manage a complex community caseload, conducting assessments in people's own homes. Your core duties will focus on complex case management, requiring specialist skills in conducting manual handling and postural assessments. A key part of your role will be the prescription of equipment and the planning of major adaptations, such as stairlifts and level-access showers. You will also play a vital role in supervising and supporting the development of junior OTs and OTAs within our through-age service model.
About us
Join the friendly, supportive, and forward-thinking Occupational Therapy service at Ceredigion Council. We are in an exciting period of restructuring, offering a unique opportunity to be part of shaping and modernising our community-based, through-age service.
Our team is collaborative and eager to share skills and perspectives. We foster a positive and dynamic atmosphere where your clinical expertise is valued. As a locum, you will be fully integrated into our team, working alongside dedicated professionals committed to making a real difference for the residents of Ceredigion. Experience the reward of impactful work within the beautiful, rural communities of mid-Wales.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Join Ceredigion Council's friendly, supportive, and forward-thinking Occupational Therapy service during an exciting period of restructuring! We are seeking two passionate OTs to make a real difference within our innovative through-age community team.
In this varied role, you will autonomously manage a complex caseload, specialising in major adaptations, manual handling, and specialist seating. This is your chance to share your skills, develop expertise, and support junior staff, all while helping shape a modernised service. If you are an experienced OT eager to apply your clinical skills across the beautiful county of Ceredigion, we would love to hear from you.
Main Duties & Responsibilities:
You will autonomously manage a complex community caseload, conducting assessments in people's own homes. Your core duties will focus on complex case management, requiring specialist skills in conducting manual handling and postural assessments. A key part of your role will be the prescription of equipment and the planning of major adaptations, such as stairlifts and level-access showers. You will also play a vital role in supervising and supporting the development of junior OTs and OTAs within our through-age service model.
Essential Skills & Experience:
Complex case management for individuals with long-term and chronic conditions.
Manual handling assessment and provision of associated plans.
Postural assessment and provision of specialist seating and wheelchair prescription.
Comprehensive knowledge of complex manual handling equipment and disability aids.
Proven ability in assessing, recommending, and planning for urgent minor and complex major environmental adaptations (e.g., stairlifts, hoist systems, bathing facilities).
Experience in the supervision and support of junior OTs and OTAs.
Proven ability to carry a complex community caseload autonomously.
Excellent clinical recording and organisation skills.
Other Essential Requirements:
Must be available to work face-to-face in Ceredigion 5 days a week.
A full driving licence and access to a vehicle is essential for travel across the county.
IT competent with the ability to prioritise your own caseload.
To work effectively within an established management structure.
Overview of Our Organisation & Team:
Our team is collaborative and eager to share skills and perspectives. We foster a positive and dynamic atmosphere where your clinical expertise is valued. As a locum, you will be fully integrated into our team, working alongside dedicated professionals committed to making a real difference for the residents of Ceredigion. Experience the reward of impactful work within the beautiful, rural communities of mid-Wales.
How to Apply:
Please send full details of your skills and experience directly to our recruitment team. Your assistance in filling these roles is greatly appreciated.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Join Ceredigion Council's friendly, supportive, and forward-thinking Occupational Therapy service during an exciting period of restructuring! We are seeking two passionate OTs to make a real difference within our innovative through-age community team.
In this varied role, you will autonomously manage a complex caseload, specialising in major adaptations, manual handling, and specialist seating. This is your chance to share your skills, develop expertise, and support junior staff, all while helping shape a modernised service. If you are an experienced OT eager to apply your clinical skills across the beautiful county of Ceredigion, we would love to hear from you.
Main Duties & Responsibilities:
You will autonomously manage a complex community caseload, conducting assessments in people's own homes. Your core duties will focus on complex case management, requiring specialist skills in conducting manual handling and postural assessments. A key part of your role will be the prescription of equipment and the planning of major adaptations, such as stairlifts and level-access showers. You will also play a vital role in supervising and supporting the development of junior OTs and OTAs within our through-age service model.
Essential Skills & Experience:
Complex case management for individuals with long-term and chronic conditions.
Manual handling assessment and provision of associated plans.
Postural assessment and provision of specialist seating and wheelchair prescription.
Comprehensive knowledge of complex manual handling equipment and disability aids.
Proven ability in assessing, recommending, and planning for urgent minor and complex major environmental adaptations (e.g., stairlifts, hoist systems, bathing facilities).
Experience in the supervision and support of junior OTs and OTAs.
Proven ability to carry a complex community caseload autonomously.
Excellent clinical recording and organisation skills.
Other Essential Requirements:
Must be available to work face-to-face in Ceredigion 5 days a week.
A full driving licence and access to a vehicle is essential for travel across the county.
IT competent with the ability to prioritise your own caseload.
To work effectively within an established management structure.
Overview of Our Organisation & Team:
Our team is collaborative and eager to share skills and perspectives. We foster a positive and dynamic atmosphere where your clinical expertise is valued. As a locum, you will be fully integrated into our team, working alongside dedicated professionals committed to making a real difference for the residents of Ceredigion. Experience the reward of impactful work within the beautiful, rural communities of mid-Wales.
How to Apply:
Please send full details of your skills and experience directly to our recruitment team. Your assistance in filling these roles is greatly appreciated.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Occupational Therapists that are able to work full-time hours, or very close to full-time, and are able to work in-county on a regular basis
- Must have access to a car and be able to travel across Ceredigion
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Occupational Therapists that are able to work full-time hours, or very close to full-time, and are able to work in-county on a regular basis
- Must have access to a car and be able to travel across Ceredigion
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
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