Rotational Occupational Therapist - Occupational Therapy

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) is one of the largest healthcare systems in the United Kingdom, employing approximately 40,000 staff across a wide range of clinical and non-clinical professions and roles. We deliver acute hospital, primary, community and mental health services to a population of over 1.15 million people, and to a wider population of 2.2 million when regional and national services are included.

The Role

We have an exciting opportunity for a newly qualified or established Band 5 Occupational Therapist to join our team within the Greater Glasgow and Clyde Occupational Therapy Rotations.

Our rotations are within acute physical services and offer experience across a wide range of clinical specialties, including older people’s services, medicine, spinal injuries, neurology, orthopaedics and more. Rotations are available across QEUH, Gartnavel General Hospital, the Beatson, Glasgow Royal Infirmary, Lightburn Hospital, Royal Alexandra Hospital, Inverclyde Royal Hospital and the Vale of Leven Hospital. As a rotational staff member, you will be expected to rotate around our various acute sites.

All interviews will be held in person, as the selection process will include a practical element.

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) may be able to provide visa sponsorship for certain roles, subject to the post meeting the relevant eligibility criteria. Sponsorship is not guaranteed and will be determined on a case-by-case basis following interview and during the pre-employment verification process. Applicants must state their current right to work in their application.

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Duration, Location, and Working Pattern:

• Various locations throughout Greater Glasgow & Clyde
• Please note that some rotations may involve weekend working
  
  

Key Responsibilities

• Assess, plan, implement and evaluate occupational therapy interventions to support patients' rehabilitation and maximise independence
• Manage and prioritise a varied caseload while delivering high-quality patient-centred care
• Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate effective treatment plans and discharge arrangements
• Maintain accurate patient records and contribute to clinical reporting and service requirements
• Participate in rotational placements across a range of acute specialist services including stroke, orthopaedics, neurology and medicine
• Contribute to service development, clinical governance activities and evidence-based practice initiatives
• Support education, training and development activities for students, colleagues and multidisciplinary team members
  
  

Knowledge, training, qualifications and/or experience required to do the job:

• We are looking for someone who is flexible, enthusiastic and a strong team player, with excellent communication and problem-solving skills. You should be keen to contribute to the ongoing development of the services you work within, while also being committed to your own professional development
• You will be committed to delivering high-quality, person-centred Occupational Therapy interventions and demonstrate the ability to reflect on and develop your clinical practice
• We offer a supportive environment with a range of development opportunities, including the Flying Start programme, along with access to regular, on-site clinical supervision throughout your rotations. This is an excellent opportunity to develop your clinical skills and gain experience across a diverse range of specialties and services
• It is essential that applicants hold a Diploma or Degree in Occupational Therapy and have current HCPC registration. A current driving licence is desirable for this post. The successful candidate will also be required to have appropriate PVG Scheme membership/Disclosure Scotland clearance
  
  

What We Offer

We offer a wide range of supportive policies designed to enhance your employee journey, including a comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme, Cycle to Work Scheme, bursary scheme and extensive learning and development opportunities.

As an NHS Scotland employee, you will be entitled to:

• A minimum of 27 days annual leave, increasing with length of service, plus public holidays
• Membership of the NHS Pension Scheme, including life insurance benefits
• Salary Sacrifice Car Benefit Scheme
• Development opportunities including study bursaries, e-learning and classroom-based courses
• Enhanced pay for working public holidays
• NHS discounts on a wide range of goods and services
• Confidential employee support and assistance, including counselling and psychological therapies
  
  

Interested?

If you would like to find out more, we would love to hear from you.

For An Informal Discussion, Please Contact

Interim OT Rotational Lead, Claire McFadyen, claire.mcfadyen3@nhs.scot, 0141 301 9727

Details on how to contact the Recruitment Service and the Recruitment Process:

This vacancy may close early due to a high volume of applications. We recommend applying as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.

This post may require a satisfactory PVG Scheme record check.

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NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) recognises the importance of work-life balance and is committed to offering a range of flexible working options where service needs allow. For roles where less than full-time hours can be accommodated, and where the tenure is listed as “various”, we encourage applications from individuals seeking flexible working arrangements. Flexible working will be included as a topic for discussion during the recruitment process.

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde encourages applications from all sections of the community. We are committed to promoting equality, diversity and inclusion and are proud of the diverse workforce we employ.

By signing the Armed Forces Covenant, NHSGGC has pledged its commitment to being a Forces Friendly Employer. We welcome applications from across the Armed Forces Community and recognise military skills, experience and qualifications throughout the recruitment and selection process.

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