About the role
Band 6 Occupational Therapist – Adults Services
Location: Leeds Contract: Temporary (Minimum 3 months) Hours: Full-time (Monday to Friday) – Part-time may be considered for the right applicant
Our client is seeking an experienced Band 6 Occupational Therapist to join their team in Leeds. This role involves working with adult patients across a wide range of clinical areas, providing specialist occupational therapy interventions and supporting independence.
Key Responsibilities: • Deliver occupational therapy interventions for adults, covering: • Older people, frailty, falls, dementia • MSK and Neuro (including Parkinson’s Disease and Multiple Sclerosis) • Medical and orthopaedic conditions • Independently hold, prioritize, and manage a caseload. • Provide long-arm advice and supervision where required. • Apply knowledge of Mental Capacity Act (MCA) and support patients making unwise decisions. • Assess and recommend equipment provision, aids, and adaptations. • Liaise with the multidisciplinary team to ensure patient-centered care.
Requirements: • HCPC registration as an Occupational Therapist. • Broad clinical experience working with adults across multiple specialties. • Awareness/experience of MCA and decision-making processes. • Basic knowledge of equipment provision and adaptations. • Car driver with access to own vehicle and business insurance (essential for commuting across hub areas). • Ability to work autonomously and manage a varied caseload.
Why Join Our Client? • Supportive team environment with long-arm supervision available. • Opportunity to work across diverse clinical areas and make a real impact. • Flexible working arrangements (full-time or part-time considered). • Competitive rates and minimum 3-month contract.
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