Children’s Neuro-developmental Occupational Therapist

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Full time
The post holder will work as part of a small team of Occupational Therapy staff providing clinical guidance to staff with regards to children with neuro-developmental difficulties, in particular those with sensory processing difficulties impacting on occupational needs. The post holder will also work closely with the wider neuro-developmental team providing Occupational Therapy input to diagnostic assessments and attending team meetings.

Main duties of the job

The post holder will follow professional codes of conduct and ethics carrying a varied specialist caseload in a specialist area of practice which will include patients with complex needs. Clinical activities can take place in a wide range of settings including hospital, clinic and community settings and patients' own homes. The post holder may be required to supervise Occupational Therapists, Occupational Therapy support workers, and OT students. The post holder will support the learning and development of others including colleagues and peers. The post holder will contribute to service developments providing advice as a specialist within their department which can include attending meetings and participation in audit, service evaluation, and researching evidence-based practice.

The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post. Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.

About us

If you relish a challenge, have a passion to help others, or simply fancy a fresh start, then Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) North Wales has all the right ingredients. The largest health organisation in Wales, providing a full range of primary, community, mental health, acute and elective hospital services for a population of around 700,000 across North Wales. Join our team and get the support you need, in line with our Organisational Values and 'Proud to Lead' competence framework.

Enjoy being part of working with engaged leadership at all levels, and be assured we are committed to promoting equality and diversity, and are proud to welcome applicants under the Disability Confident Employer scheme.

Please check your email account regularly. Successful applicants will receive all recruitment-related correspondence via the email account registered on the application form.

Applications may be submitted in Welsh. Applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.

Job description

Job responsibilities

The post holder will work as part of a small team of Occupational Therapy staff providing clinical guidance to staff with regards to children with neuro-developmental difficulties, in particular those with sensory processing difficulties impacting on occupational needs. The post holder will also work closely with the wider neuro-developmental team providing Occupational Therapy input to diagnostic assessments and attending team meetings.

Person Specification

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Experience

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Aptitude and Abilities

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Employer details

Employer name

Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board

Address

Royal Alexandra Hospital Marine Drive Rhyl LL18 3AS

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