Band 5 Occupational Therapist

We are seeking an Occupational Therapist to join our Mental Health Occupational Therapy Service in Fife. Based within a Mental Health Occupational Therapy base, the successful candidate will contribute to and oversee the delivery of Occupational Therapy across Fife, including acute and rehabilitation in-patient settings, as well as in the community.

About the role

The role offers the opportunity to work with a diverse patient population, utilizing effective clinical decision-making and evidence-based practices to help patients achieve their personal outcomes. The service is committed to continuous improvement and is currently undergoing a programme of transformational change.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the delivery of Occupational Therapy services across Fife
• Work with patients experiencing mental health problems
• Utilize evidence-based practices to support patient outcomes
• Participate in service redesign initiatives

Requirements

• Band 5 Occupational Therapist qualification
• Interest in developing professionally in the field of mental health

Qualifications

• Desirable: Experience in mental health settings

Skills

• Effective clinical decision-making
• Evidence-based practice
• Teamwork and collaboration

Benefits

• Comprehensive induction programme
• Protected CPD time
• In-service training
• Opportunities for clinical and service development
• Fife's established clinical supervision framework

Pay and Schedule

Details of pay and schedule will be provided during the interview process.

Contact Information

To learn more about the positions and opportunities within the service, please contact David Sanders- Team Lead Occupational Therapist at 01383-623623 ext 22148/56232 or david.sanders@nhs.scot.