Job Description
managing a designated caseload using knowledge of relevant Occupational Therapy theory. You’ll also have practical experience of completing assessments, planning, implementing evidence-based Occupational Therapy interventions, and evaluating outcomes aligned to care plans.
- Completing neurological assessments, treatment planning and interventions
- Rehabilitation interventions to improve function and independence with ADLs
- Cognitive assessment/rehabilitation
- Using of therapeutic handling skills
- Assessing environment and equipment needs including specialist seating
- Identifying ongoing needs whilst maximising quality of life
- Liaising with community colleagues to facilitate complex discharge planning
- Evaluating outcomes aligned to care plans
- Supervising Occupational Therapy support staff and students
- Implementing and develop evidence-based therapeutic activities
Where you will be working
4 days per week at The Dean Neurological Centre which has 60 beds, based in Gloucester (GL2 9EE). The site is on the outskirts of the town within easy commute from Gloucester, Cheltenham and surrounding villages. 1 day per week at Stanley House which has 41 beds based in Bosbury, Herefordshire (HR8 1HB). Business travel between sites is fully funded, with mileage reimbursed. Both sites deliver specialist 24-hour nursing and therapy services for people with complex long-term neurological conditions who require ongoing support and assistance to maximise functional ability. They specialise in slow stream rehabilitation where the emphasis is placed on maximising each individual’s abilities, comfort and quality of life. Bedrooms are fitted with high dependency equipment, including ceiling track hoists, wall mounted suction and oxygen equipment with all rooms adapted to individual requirements. There are also well-equipped therapy facilities and other facilities such as gardens, gym and minibus.
What You’ll Get
- Annual base salary of £36,900
- The equivalent of 33 days annual leave (including bank holidays) – plus your birthday off and the option to buy additional annual leave, in our annual selection window.
- Career development and training to help you achieve your professional goals
- Access to our Rewards & Benefits platform Ely-Vate; Your one-stop destination for everyday savings, exclusive benefits, and wellbeing hub!
- Wellbeing support and activities to help you maintain a healthy work-life balance
- Access to Blue Light Card, which provides a range of exclusive offers and discounts
- Life Assurance, for added peace of mind
- Stream – instant access to earned wages when you need it, plus access to save, directly from your wages, alongside financial wellbeing support.
- 24/7 GP service and second medical opinion, to ensure you are the best you can be
- Enhanced Maternity Package, so you can truly enjoy this special time
- Pension contribution, to help secure your future
- Free/subsidised meals and onsite/local free parking
About us
Elysium Health care has over 8,000 employees and a unique approach to the delivery of care. With a network of over 80 services across England and Wales covering Mental Health, Neurological, Learning Disabilities & Autism, Children & Education, there is opportunity for you to grow and move. Elysium Healthcare is part of Ramsay Health Care with a global network that extends across 10 countries and employs over 86,000 people globally.
Elysium Healthcare follows safer recruitment of staff for all appointments and is a Disability Confident employer, committed to inclusive and accessible recruitment.
It is a requirement that all staff understand it is each person’s individual responsibility to promote and safeguard the welfare of service users.
All candidates will be subject to a DBS disclosure
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