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Occupational Therapist (Social and Healthcare Qualified)
mbi Medical LtdLondon Borough Of Merton30+ days ago
Salary
£30.00–£31.00 hourly
Job descriptionTo assess,review and monitor the needs of adults and children with a physical impairment and their carers in line with the legislative framework underpinning Occupational Therapy (OT) practice within a local authority setting. To adhere to the social model of independence; the College of Occupational Therapy Code of Ethics, and meet Health and Care Professions Council’s standards for conduct and practice. To maximise the desired level of independence of the service user. To prescribe service provision adhering to policies, procedures and within determined financial / resource budgets. To actively contribute to the development and planning of OT services. Manage a complex caseload setting clear service objectives and determining the appropriate level and duration of OT intervention. Maintain appropriate records and statistics as specified by the team manager. Participate in the duty rota and determine whether the user has a permanent and substantial physical impairment and meets the eligibility criteria for service provision. Prioritise the appropriate carepathways for each referral. Assess the functional abilities and needs of users of all ages who have physical impairment; identify, plan and implement OT intervention adhering to policies, procedures and legislation. Adopt a multi-disciplinary approach liaising with social and health care professionals and agencies to assist with & clarify clients’ needs.