An amazing new job opportunity has arisen for a committed Lead Occupational Therapist to work in an exceptional mental health hospital based in the Bromley, Kent area.
You will be working for one of UK's leading health care providers

The hospital provides care and treatment for patients with a wide range of Mental Health issues both as inpatients and day patients

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*To be considered for this position you must an Occupational Therapy degree/ qualification and HCPC license to practice
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As the Lead Occupational Therapist your key responsibilities include:

• Ensure effective and efficient management of, and to provide both clinical and managerial supervision to, the Occupational Therapy team


• To join monthly Clinical Governance Committee meetings to provide a report on Occupational Therapy, including any progress updates, feedback, or development where relevant


• To lead on implementation of new services and share best practice with other teams


• Carry out OT assessments to identify patient needs before planning and delivering the appropriate interventions on either an individual or group basis


• Manage and co-ordinate individual OT treatment plans, facilitate groups and oversee the unit programmes


• Write up regular OT reports and to attend multi-disciplinary meetings


• Develop close working relationships with professional and clinical colleagues ensuring clinical practice is in line with Priory policies and procedures and complies with statutory regulations and quality standards


• Maintain effective communication links with patients, relatives and carers

The following skills and experience would be preferred and beneficial for the role:

• Previous experience in mental health and eating disorders/autism would be preferred


• A newly qualified individual with previous work experience may also fulfil the criteria


• Good communication skills and a flexible approach are essential

The successful Lead Occupational Therapist will receive an excellent salary £43,742 - £50,952 per annum DOE.
This exciting position is a permanent full time role working 37.5 hours a week.
In return for your hard work and commitment you will receive the following generous benefits:

• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays pro rata


• Your Birthday as an extra days annual leave


• Online benefits


• Cashback rewards


• Subsidised meals


• Regular supervision


• Training opportunities


• Company pension scheme

Reference ID: 4203

To apply for this fantastic job role, please call on 0121 638 0567 or send your CV