Occupational Therapist
Greater Manchester Mental Health NHSFT
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Job summary
A vacancy has arisen for an Occupational Therapist to join Salford's Memory Assessment and Treatment Service (MATS).
The post-holder will complete occupational therapy assessment of individuals with possible cognitive impairment or dementia, working under supervision of a Band 6 Occupational Therapist. We are looking for a motivated Occupational Therapist with an interest in delivering best practice within this setting.
The post-holder must be committed to professional development. The team offers great opportunities to continue your career progression with regular supervision, CPD sessions and training. We are passionate about enabling staff to develop and grow as practitioners through CPD funding, and AHP specific CPD sessions on a regular basis. For newly qualified Occupational Therapist's a preceptorship support package will be available.
Main duties of the job
- Provide occupational therapy assessment of individuals with possible cognitive impairment or dementia. Occupational therapy assessment will contribute to the diagnostic process, assess occupational engagement and performance, and assess risks.
- Provide occupational therapy intervention to promote health and well-being. This will include interventions to support engagement in occupation, completing onward referrals as appropriate, and implementing strategies to manage identified risks.
- Assist with the direction, supervision and support of support staff within the team and the training of Occupational Therapy Students as required.
- Abide by the College of Occupational Therapy Code of Ethics and Professional Conduct and the College of Occupational Therapy Professional Standards for Occupational Therapy Practice.
About us
Greater Manchester Mental Health (GMMH) Foundation Trust employs over6,400members of staff, who deliver services from more than160locations.
We provide inpatient and community-based mental health care for people living in Bolton, the city of Manchester, Salford,Trafford and the borough of Wigan, and a wide range of specialist mental health and substance misuse services across Greater Manchester, the north west of England and beyond.
Greater Manchester is one of the world's most innovative, original and exciting places to live and work. From the beauty of the surrounding countryside to the heart of the vibrant inner city with great shopping, entertainment and dining options.
Wherever you go you will experience a great northern welcome with people famed for their warmth, humour and generosity.
Our people enjoy their work, have opportunities to learn and develop their skills and are encouraged to generate new ideas that improve care for our service users.
Date posted
09 September 2022
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 5
Salary
£27,055 to £32,934 a year per annum pro rata
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
437-4365508-A
Job locations
Memory Assessment and Treatment Service
Woodlands
Salford
M28 0FE
Employer details
Employer name
Greater Manchester Mental Health NHSFT
Address
Memory Assessment and Treatment Service
Woodlands
Salford
M28 0FE
Employer's website
https://www.gmmh.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
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