Job summary
This is an exciting opportunity for an Occupational Therapist with knowledge in the management of patients with Rheumatology and conditions affecting functional use of hands, including splint fabrication.
You will be expected to work as part of the Rheumatology and Hand Therapy Occupational Therapy team to deliver high quality, evidence based occupational therapy intervention to individuals who are experiencing functional difficulties using their hands.
We're seeking to appoint proactive, motivated and compassionate individuals with demonstrable experience in Rheumatology and Hand Therapy and a broad knowledge of clinical specialities, whose values are aligned to those of Hywel Dda University Health Board.
Applications are invited from occupational therapists with demonstrable experience in Rheumatology and Hand Therapy and a broad knowledge of clinical specialities, who are interested in working as part of an occupational therapy service which actively supports professional development and is committed to excellent patient care and service improvement.
The post holder will be expected to travel across Carmarthenshire and at times the Health Board footprint to visit patients at home and between sites and undertake service development. Mileage allowance is payable and a lease car scheme is available.
Main duties of the job
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You will have a buddy the first few weeks as part of your induction into our occupational therapy team, there will be formal supervision monthly, as well as informal when required. You will have a Personal Development appraisal once a year to support learning and development. Hywel Dda offers a wide range of learning within its own trust. There are options for flexible working.
We have pool cars if required, and mileage expenses for travelling to patients homes.
As an Occupational Therapy service, we recognise that our staff are our strongest asset and investment into the individual as a person as much as their professional development is important. We actively promote post-graduate study with shared funding opportunities. The pandemic has taught us more than ever the importance of work life balance and we encourage remote working when appropriate and flexible working arrangements.
The post holder will be required to participate in the provision of a flexible 7 day service, based on service need. This will be on a rota basis.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.
About us
Hywel Dda University Health Board plans and provides NHShealthcare services for people living in Carmarthenshire, Ceredigion,Pembrokeshire, and bordering counties.
We have over 13,000 staff and together we provide primary,community, in-hospital, mental health and learning disabilities services.We work in partnership with the three local authorities, as well aspublic, private and third sector colleagues, including our valuedteam of volunteers.
Our services are provided in:
- Four main hospitals: Bronglais Hospital in Aberystwyth;Glangwili Hospital in Carmarthen; Prince Philip Hospital inLlanelli; and Withybush Hospital in Haverfordwest
- Five community hospitals: Amman Valley and Llandoveryhospitals in Carmarthenshire; Tregaron Hospital inCeredigion; and Tenby and South Pembrokeshire hospitals inPembrokeshire
- Two integrated care centres: Aberaeron and Cardigan inCeredigion, and several other community settings
- 47 general practices (six of which are health board managedpractices); dental practices (including four orthodontic); 97community pharmacies; 43 general ophthalmic practices;and 8 ophthalmic domiciliary providers
- Numerous mental health and learning disabilities services
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full job description and person specification attached within the supporting documents.
The Health Board is committed to supporting its staff to fully embrace the need for bilingualism thereby enhancing patient and service user experiences. In our commitment to increase the number of staff who are able to communicate in Welsh with patients and professionals, we welcome applications from Welsh speakers.
The ability to communicate in Welsh is desirable for this post. If you do not meet the Welsh Language requirements specified, the Health Board offers a variety of learning options and staff support to help you meet these minimal desirable requirements during the course of your employment with us.
Interviews will be held on 16/10/2025.
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full job description and person specification attached within the supporting documents.
The Health Board is committed to supporting its staff to fully embrace the need for bilingualism thereby enhancing patient and service user experiences. In our commitment to increase the number of staff who are able to communicate in Welsh with patients and professionals, we welcome applications from Welsh speakers.
The ability to communicate in Welsh is desirable for this post. If you do not meet the Welsh Language requirements specified, the Health Board offers a variety of learning options and staff support to help you meet these minimal desirable requirements during the course of your employment with us.
Interviews will be held on 16/10/2025.
Person Specification
Qualifications & Knowledge
Essential
- Degree in Occupational Therapy
- Current HCPC registration
- Knowledge of relevant current health and social care legislation applicable to role.
- Knowledge and application of Microsoft Office software.
- Understanding of the roles of other staff groups in health and social care.
- Knowledge of a range of rehabilitation interventions across all therapies.
- Understanding and application of clinical governance, including research and audit methodology.
- Understanding and application of relevant outcome measures to demonstrate effectiveness.
Desirable
- Knowledge of other services that link across primary/secondary/intermediate care.
- Working knowledge of therapeutic equipment.
- Knowledge of Health Board and priorities.
- Accredited Practice Educator.
- Accredited Agored Assessor.
Experience
Essential
- Significant post graduate experience of working as an occupational therapist across a range of settings and variety of conditions.
- Managing a complex and varied caseload.
- Working independently with indirect or arms length supervision.
- Delegation and Supervision of staff.
- Experience of coping independently with distressing or emotional situations in challenging work environments.
- Working as part of a team.
- Experience of contributing to service development and implementing service changes.
- Direct involvement with carers and families.
- Self-development and application of learning.
- Use of adapted techniques for improving patient outcomes.
Desirable
- Experience of working with groups
- Experience of working in a community setting
- Experience of using virtual communication platforms for delivering service
- Experience in same clinical area as post being applied for
Language Skills
Desirable
Person Specification
Qualifications & Knowledge
Essential
- Degree in Occupational Therapy
- Current HCPC registration
- Knowledge of relevant current health and social care legislation applicable to role.
- Knowledge and application of Microsoft Office software.
- Understanding of the roles of other staff groups in health and social care.
- Knowledge of a range of rehabilitation interventions across all therapies.
- Understanding and application of clinical governance, including research and audit methodology.
- Understanding and application of relevant outcome measures to demonstrate effectiveness.
Desirable
- Knowledge of other services that link across primary/secondary/intermediate care.
- Working knowledge of therapeutic equipment.
- Knowledge of Health Board and priorities.
- Accredited Practice Educator.
- Accredited Agored Assessor.
Experience
Essential
- Significant post graduate experience of working as an occupational therapist across a range of settings and variety of conditions.
- Managing a complex and varied caseload.
- Working independently with indirect or arms length supervision.
- Delegation and Supervision of staff.
- Experience of coping independently with distressing or emotional situations in challenging work environments.
- Working as part of a team.
- Experience of contributing to service development and implementing service changes.
- Direct involvement with carers and families.
- Self-development and application of learning.
- Use of adapted techniques for improving patient outcomes.
Desirable
- Experience of working with groups
- Experience of working in a community setting
- Experience of using virtual communication platforms for delivering service
- Experience in same clinical area as post being applied for
Language Skills
Desirable
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).
