This is an opportunity to work for 12 months in community rapid response and rehabilitation within the Arfon area. The successful candidate will work as part of a multidisciplinary team based in Ysbyty Eryri in Caernarfon . The team works to prevent admission and accelerate discharges as well as covering community work .

This is a fixed term contact for 12 months to meet the needs of the service.

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

Main duties of the job

The post holder will contribute to the planning and delivery of the Occupational Therapy service and service developments within their team.

Self directed learning and development is expected. Excellent communication and organisational skills are essential, with the ability to work confidently in the assessment and treatment of patients within the clinical speciality. Recognising, respecting and being sensitive to individuals' philosophies of life along with the significance of religious and cultural beliefs.

The ability to utilise existing computer software to update clinical notes, order equipment etc. is necessary as well as general computer literacy and assisting with data collection when required.

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.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Degree or equivalent in Occupational Therapy
• HCPC Registration

Desirable

• Short courses at post graduate diploma level.
• Short courses at post graduate diploma level.

Experience

Essential

• Significant post graduate experience

Desirable

• Broad band 5 rotational experience.

Aptitude and ability

Essential

• Evidence of working independently/ level of supervision relevant to experience.

Desirable

• Ability to speak Welsh

Values

Essential

• Commitment to lifelong learning to develop own professional skills.

Other

Essential

• Able to meet the travel between sites in a timely manner
• Able to work hours flexibly over 7 days service if required.

Employer details

Employer name

Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board

Address

Ysbyty Eryri

Caernarfon

LL55 2YE

Any attachments will be accessible after you click to apply.

050-AHP231-0923