We are looking for an experienced and adaptable occupational therapist who is HCPC registered.

As part of our Occupational Therapy Service, the post holder will manage their own specialist caseload. Using evidence based practice and patient centred principles they will assess, plan, implement and evaluate interventions for patients with complex mental health needs. They will demonstrate excellent communication, leadership skills and an enthusiasm for collaborative practice within a community mental health context. Currently we work within a Hybrid model; working from home, community and office based. This is an exciting time to join the Adult Community Mental Health Service following the modernisations of the CMHT’s.

For this post, you can expect to be fully supported through our established system of supervision and personal development programmes. You would have line management and clinical supervision duties for junior OT’s. We have a strong commitment to MDT working, clinical governance, CPD and evidence based practice. We fully support undergraduate OT training programmes and regularly accept students on practice placements.

An attractive relocation allowance of up to £8,000 is available to successful candidates

Interviews will take place on the 12th of April 2024

Further information regarding essential skills and experience can be found by clicking on the link at the bottom of the screen and reviewing the job description and person specification. If after reading this information you have further questions please contact Anya Kennedy [email protected].

NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. To this end, NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION FOR CANDIDATES

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NHS Grampian forms one of the fourteen regional health boards of NHS Scotland and is responsible for providing health and social care services to a population of over 500,000 people living in Aberdeen, Aberdeenshire and Moray.

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