Occupational Therapist

I am currently looking for a Locum Occupational Therapist to undertake a role working for a Council in Surrey.

Working with adults, you will be responsible for assessing, planning, and implementing occupational therapy interventions for adult patients with a range of physical, mental, and social challenges. The role involves working collaboratively with patients, their families, and a multidisciplinary team to support patients in achieving greater independence and improving their quality of life.

Key Responsibilities include:

- Conduct comprehensive assessments of patients' functional abilities, occupational needs, and environmental factors.

- Develop and implement personalised treatment plans based on assessment findings and patient-centred goals.

- Deliver therapeutic interventions aimed at enhancing patients' abilities in activities of daily living, instrumental activities of daily living , and other meaningful activities.

- Collaborate with other healthcare professionals, including doctors, nurses, physiotherapists, social workers, and carers, to ensure coordinated and holistic care.

- Provide education and training to patients and their families on therapeutic techniques, adaptive equipment, and home modifications to promote independence.

- Monitor and document patients' progress, and adjust treatment plans as necessary to ensure optimal outcomes.

- Advise on and facilitate the provision of assistive devices and adaptive technology to support patient independence.

- Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings, case conferences, and care planning sessions.

- Stay informed about current best practices in occupational therapy and integrate new techniques into patient care where appropriate.