Occupational Therapy Technician

Job summary

The Swansea Bay University Health Board Occupational Therapy Service offers a wealth of experience, diversity and progression. We are proud to be a profession which is well respected within the Health Board and one which offers an environment in which therapists of all levels can experience nurture, encouragement, development and can excel.

Swansea Bay University Health Board currently hasa Band 4 vacancy for an Occupational Therapy Technician in the paediatric service.

The post will allow the successful applicant the opportunity to work collaboratively within an integrated multi-disciplinary team. The role will involve working under the occupational therapists' guidance to undertake assessment and intervention programmes with clients as delegated underpinned by appropriate experience/ knowledge.

You will be required to work closely with MDT colleagues and contribute to the development of a high-quality, evidence-based occupational therapy service. You will have an opportunity to help shape and promote the service, providing you with a unique opportunity to engage in service development and change.

You will be required to work flexibly to meet the needs of the service, the contract hours includes a 7-day shift pattern, with extended working hours covering 365days of the year

Main duties of the job

To be a fully engaged member of the Occupational Therapy Team providing a service within a defined area, supporting the therapists with clients who may have complex needs in a range of settings including; hospital community, patients homes, schools and outpatient settings.

To take responsibility for implementing and managing aspects of the assessment and the care and treatment programme as delegated by the Occupational Therapist in line with service protocol and frameworks.

To promote independence, health, wellbeing and safety within the community and inpatient settings adapting the clients social and physical environment to support the individual's optimum function.

Maintain clinical records and report accurately to others.

Carry out administrative duties in relation to clinical, service and departmental needs.

To participate in CPD and develop skills and knowledge through participation in developmental activities including completion of the Diploma of Occupational Therapy Support.

The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply

We encourage you to contact us to discuss more specific details regarding the service area and job role.

About us

We believe staff are our best asset and we want you to be happy and confident about starting your career here in Swansea Bay University Health Board.

As one of the biggest healthcare groups in the UK we can offer a wealth of professional training and development opportunities in an innovative, forward-thinking organisation.

We are an inclusive employer and welcome applications from everyone whatever their sex; religion or belief; race; age; sexual orientation; gender identity or, whether they are pregnant or have recently been on maternity leave, married or are in a civil partnership; or, whether they are disabled.

Our values - Caring For Each Other, Working Together and Always Improving, show that our commitment to equality is at the heart of everything we do.

If you want excellent career and training opportunities while living on the doorstep of some of Europe's most spectacular scenery, with all the benefits of a thriving and cosmopolitan city - look no further.