Job summary
The post holder will work as an autonomous practitioner following professional codes of conduct and ethics carrying a varied caseload which can include patients with complex needs with additional supervision.
Clinical activities can take place in a wide range of settings including hospital, clinic and community settings, and patients own homes.
Main duties of the job
The department is looking for Band 5 Occupational Therapists to join the rotation in the west. The rotation includes physical, mental health and paediatric rotations in both acute and community services including medical, primary care, stroke rehabilitation, surgical, rheumatology, orthopaedics, community and community hospitals, acute and community mental health and children's services in clinics, schools and community services.
The successful applicants will be supervised by senior staff and supported to complete the preceptorship. There is an active Band 5 support network which gives peer support along with in service training.
North Wales is an ideal place to live and work especially if you enjoy the outdoors. We are close to the Snowdonia National Park and the many gorgeous beaches within the area.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.
About us
If you relish a challenge, have a passion to help others or simply fancy a fresh start, then Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) North Wales, has all the right ingredients. The largest health organisation in Wales, providing a full range of primary, community, mental health, acute and elective hospital services for a population of around 700,000, across North Wales . Join our team and get the support you need, in line with our Organisational Values and 'Proud to Lead' competence framework.
Enjoy being part of working with engaged leadership at all levels, and be assured we are committed to promoting equality and diversity, and are proud to welcome applicants under the "Disability Confident Employer" scheme.
Please check your email account regularly. Successful applicants will receive all recruitment related correspondence via the email account registered on the application form.
Applications may be submitted in Welsh. Applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Degree or equivalent in Occupational Therapy, or to be in third year of training and will be appointed upon successful qualification
- HCPC Registration or applying for registration
Experience
Essential
- Evidence of varied practice placements
- Evidence of practice placements in an NHS setting.
Aptitude and ability
Essential
- Ability to communicate effectively and sensitively with others.
- Ability to implement the Occupational Therapy process with clients.
Desirable
Other
Essential
- Can meet travel requiremewnts
- Flexible working
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Degree or equivalent in Occupational Therapy, or to be in third year of training and will be appointed upon successful qualification
- HCPC Registration or applying for registration
Experience
Essential
- Evidence of varied practice placements
- Evidence of practice placements in an NHS setting.
Aptitude and ability
Essential
- Ability to communicate effectively and sensitively with others.
- Ability to implement the Occupational Therapy process with clients.
Desirable
Other
Essential
- Can meet travel requiremewnts
- Flexible working
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
