About this role
Job summary
We are looking for a skilled, organised and enthusiastic individual to join our established team of Occupational Therapists and assistant practitioners at Prince Charles Hospital.
This role involves working with patients admitted to the acute in-patient wards at Prince Charles Hospital, to complete assessment, interventions and discharge planning. Conditions we work with include but are not limited to orthopaedic and medical conditions, neurological conditions, cognitive impairments and amputees.
Main duties of the job
As an Occupational Therapy Assistant Practitioner, you will have the opportunity to work alongside registered Occupational Therapists and manage a delegated caseload of patients. You will be able to support the assessment, treatment and discharge planning of people with a range of functional difficulties within the bounds of the technician role. Patient management will include responsibility for the delivery of care including liaison with patients, family, members of the MDT and external agencies.
The role will also include departmental duties to support the team in effective service delivery. You will need to have good time management, prioritisation skills, and flexibility to the service. In addition you will need to have the ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
About us
Cwm Taf Morgannwg (CTM) University Health Board, part of NHS Wales, serves a large population across a diverse and beautiful region, steeped in history and heritage. With nearly 13,500 staff, our health board is one of Wales's largest employers.
Together, we are Team CTM; a workforce dedicated to offering excellent patient care and support to the 450,000 people across our three regions, Bridgend, Merthyr Tydfil, and Rhondda Cynon Taf. We operate three District General hospitals, several community hospitals, primary and community care facilities.
CTM's location offers the best of South Wales, just 20 minutes from Cardiff's vibrant city life, the natural beauty of the Brecon Beacons, and the serene coastline at Ogmore. Whether you enjoy lively urban amenities, peaceful countryside, or seaside escapes, our location makes an ideal setting for both work and personal life.
Our CTM 2030 Strategy--Our Health, Our Future--focuses on uniting our region around shared health and wellbeing goals. Our values guide us daily:
o We listen, learn, and improve
o We treat everyone with respect
o We work together as one team
CTM employees enjoy benefits including; a leading pension, generous leave, flexible work, career growth, and access to ongoing learning and development.
At CTM, you'll find a welcoming, team-oriented workplace that values diversity and compassion, where you can take pride in your work and the difference it makes.
Job description Job responsibilities
Welsh Skills Desirable: This post is advertised as Welsh Desirable. This doesnt mean essential; whilst the candidate doesn't need to have skills in Welsh, we'll consider it an advantage when short-listing and selecting candidates. This isnt fluency, just Speaking & Listening skills at Level 3 (equivalent to CEFR B2) or above. Level 3 means basic conversations with patients about their everyday health. For more information, see Welsh Language Guidance in the documents right at the bottom.
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Person Specification
Education/Qualifications / Training Essential
Evidence of good general education, English/Mathematics GSCE or equivalent qualification. OT OCN accredited modules or NVQ Level 3 or equivalent experience. Successful completion of relevant competency based training and Agored Level 3 / 4 (Able to complete once started in role).
Experience Essential
Experience of developing/delivering education advice to groups. Experience of team working Experience of competency based training
Desirable
Experience of working with healthcare professionals. Previous experience within the NHS or in a rehabilitation setting.
Skills Essential
Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Administrative skills. Numeric skills. Good interpersonal skills. Strong organisational skills. Good time management skills. Good record keeping skills. Able to work independently whilst under appropriate supervision. Computer literacy and keyboard skills. Effective presentation skills.
Desirable
Welsh language speaking/listening skills at Level 3 or above
Knowledge Essential
Understanding of chronic conditions. Understanding of the role of occupational therapy.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Employer details Employer name Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board
Address CTM Wide
CTM Wide
CF45 4SN
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://joinctm.wales/ (Opens in a new tab)