Specialist Occupational Therapist – Acute Medical Specialties

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) is one of the largest healthcare systems in the United Kingdom, employing approximately 40,000 staff across a wide range of clinical and non-clinical professions and roles. We deliver acute hospital, primary, community and mental health services to a population of over 1.15 million people, and to a wider population of 2.2 million when regional and national services are included.

The Role

We are seeking an enthusiastic, motivated and compassionate Band 6 Occupational Therapist to join our dynamic AHP Team within Medical Specialities at the Royal Alexandra Hospital, Paisley.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Band 6 clinician, or an ambitious Band 5 Occupational Therapist ready to progress, to develop clinical, leadership and service improvement skills in a busy acute hospital setting. Within Medical Specialities, you will manage a varied caseload and support patients with complex, often rapidly changing needs. Working closely with patients, families and the wider multidisciplinary team, you will promote independence, maximise function and support safe, effective discharge.

We are committed to supporting your professional development, helping you build clinical expertise, leadership skills and confidence as an autonomous practitioner.

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) may be able to provide visa sponsorship for certain roles, subject to the post meeting the relevant eligibility criteria. Sponsorship is not guaranteed and will be determined on a case-by-case basis following interview and during the pre-employment verification process. Applicants must state their current right to work in their application.

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Duration, Location, and Working Pattern:

• Permanent, full-time 36 hours per week
• Shift pattern: 5 over 7 days a week
• Base location: Royal Alexandra Hospital
  
  

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality, patient-centred Occupational Therapy assessment and intervention within Medical Specialities.
• Manage and prioritise a complex caseload in a fast-paced acute setting.
• Work collaboratively with the multidisciplinary team to achieve positive patient outcomes.
• Provide clinical support, supervision and guidance to junior staff and students.
• Contribute to service development, quality improvement and evidence-based practice.
• Support effective discharge planning and partnership working with patients, carers and community services.
• Demonstrate strong clinical reasoning, communication and leadership skills.
  
  

Knowledge, training, qualifications and/or experience required to do the job:

• Is HCPC registered as an Occupational Therapist.
• Has relevant post-registration experience and a sound understanding of acute medical practice.
• Demonstrates excellent clinical reasoning and autonomous decision-making.
• Is confident working within a multidisciplinary team.
• Is committed to delivering compassionate, person-centred care.
• Has a positive approach to learning, development and service improvement.
• Is enthusiastic about supporting colleagues and developing future Occupational Therapists.
  
  

What We Offer

We offer a wide range of supportive policies designed to enhance your employee journey, including a comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme, Cycle to Work Scheme, bursary scheme and extensive learning and development opportunities.

As an NHS Scotland employee, you will be entitled to:

• A minimum of 27 days annual leave, increasing with length of service, plus public holidays
• Membership of the NHS Pension Scheme, including life insurance benefits
• Salary Sacrifice Car Benefit Scheme
• Development opportunities including study bursaries, e-learning and classroom-based courses
• Enhanced pay for working public holidays
• NHS discounts on a wide range of goods and services
• Confidential employee support and assistance, including counselling and psychological therapies
  
  

Interested?

If you would like to find out more, we would love to hear from you.

For An Informal Discussion, Please Contact

Caitlin McKechnie, Clinical Lead OT - Caitlin.McKechnie@nhs.scot - 0141 314 6127

Details on how to contact the Recruitment Service and the Recruitment Process:

This vacancy may close early due to a high volume of applications. We recommend applying as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.

This post may require a satisfactory PVG Scheme record check.

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NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) recognises the importance of work-life balance and is committed to offering a range of flexible working options where service needs allow. For roles where less than full-time hours can be accommodated, and where the tenure is listed as “various”, we encourage applications from individuals seeking flexible working arrangements. Flexible working will be included as a topic for discussion during the recruitment process.

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde encourages applications from all sections of the community. We are committed to promoting equality, diversity and inclusion and are proud of the diverse workforce we employ.

By signing the Armed Forces Covenant, NHSGGC has pledged its commitment to being a Forces Friendly Employer. We welcome applications from across the Armed Forces Community and recognise military skills, experience and qualifications throughout the recruitment and selection process.

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