Band 6 – Occupational Therapist – Mental Health – Middlesex

Job Description:

Pulse is currently seeking a dedicated and experienced Band 6 Occupational Therapist specializing in Mental Health to join a dynamic healthcare team in Middlesex for a duration of 12 weeks. As a key member of the team, you will play a crucial role in providing high-quality occupational therapy services to individuals experiencing mental health challenges.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Assessment and Treatment Planning: Conduct comprehensive assessments of individuals with mental health conditions, and develop personalized treatment plans in collaboration with the multidisciplinary team.

2. Therapeutic Interventions: Deliver evidence-based occupational therapy interventions to support individuals in achieving their mental health goals, promoting independence, and enhancing their overall well-being.

3. Collaborative Approach: Work closely with other healthcare professionals, including psychiatrists, psychologists, nurses, and social workers, to ensure a holistic and coordinated approach to patient care.

4. Documentation and Reporting: Maintain accurate and up-to-date clinical records, documenting assessments, interventions, and progress. Provide timely and comprehensive reports as required.

5. Patient and Family Education: Educate individuals and their families on coping strategies, self-management techniques, and activities to support ongoing mental health recovery.

6. Risk Assessment: Conduct risk assessments and contribute to risk management plans, ensuring the safety of individuals under care.

7. Supervision and Training: Provide supervision and training to junior staff, students, and other healthcare professionals as required.

Qualifications and Experience:

1. Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Occupational Therapy.
2. HCPC registration as an Occupational Therapist.
3. Proven experience in mental health occupational therapy at Band 6 level or equivalent.
4. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
5. Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.

Why Pulse?

• First class support and advice from our team of dedicated and experienced consultants
• £300 recommend a friend bonus scheme
• Have access to ipoint our Electronic timesheet processing app
• Variety of work opportunities in both the NHS and private sectors
• Access to high-quality CPD training events
• Different payment methods available PAYE, Umbrella, PSC and LTD

We are unable to support or accept applications from candidates who are residents within the Red or Amber list of the Code of practice for the international recruitment of health and social care personnel in England, based on the World Health Organization (WHO) Workforce Support and Safeguard List.