Band 6 Occupational Therapist - Community Team in Lewisham, London

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Job Title: Band 6 Occupational Therapist within Community Team

Location: Lewisham, UK

Salary: £29 Hourly Salary

Join us for an exciting opportunity as we seek a Band 6 Occupational Therapist to work full time within the community in the vibrant area of Lewisham. If you have experience working with older adults, are familiar with prescribing and fitting equipment, and understand falls risks and interventions, we want you on our team. This ongoing role offers an hourly salary of £29, and we require a dedicated car owner and driver to travel between homes and care settings.

Perks and benefits:

- Hourly Salary: Enjoy the flexibility that comes with a competitive hourly wage. It's perfect for those who appreciate balancing work with other pursuits.
- Full Time: Revel in the stability and structure that come with full-time hours, ensuring you can truly make a difference in the community.
- Unique Professional Growth: Opportunities to expand your skills and knowledge in a dynamic and supportive environment are plentiful.
- Work-Life Balance: As a locum, you have the opportunity to choose assignments that complement your lifestyle and commitments.
- Expanding Network: Working across different settings will allow you to build relationships with a variety of healthcare professionals.

What you will do:

- Provide comprehensive assessments and interventions to older adults within the community.
- Prescribe and fit necessary equipment to ensure client safety and independence.
- Develop and implement personalised treatment programmes aimed at reducing falls risks.
- Travel between homes and care establishments to deliver tailored patient care.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure a holistic approach to patient wellbeing.

To be successful in this role, applicants must have at least one year of experience working in a community setting and a strong understanding of the specialist needs of older adults. Holding a valid HCPC registration is essential, as is being a car owner and driver, given the nature of the role.

Why Lewisham?

Nestled in the charming southeastern part of London, Lewisham offers a fantastic mix of urban energy and green spaces. With its rich community culture, superb transport links, and vibrant local amenities, it's a great place to live and work. Immerse yourself in a community dedicated to making a real difference to its residents' wellbeing. Join us and contribute to Lewisham's dynamic and caring healthcare landscape!

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