Occupational Therapy Assistant Practitioner

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join our specialist stroke early supported discharge team. The team covers the Merthyr Cynon and Bridgend area and will support patients who have experienced a stroke by delivering assessment, treatment and rehabilitation in their own homes to maximise independence.

Responsibilities

• Conduct patient assessments and design individual rehabilitation plans within the patient’s home and local community.
• Deliver therapeutic interventions in accordance with the delegated caseload of an Occupational Therapy Assistant Practitioner.
• Coordinate care with patients, families, the multidisciplinary team and external agencies.
• Provide support to registered Occupational Therapists and report on patient progress.
• Participate in in‑reach activities to our acute and rehabilitation sites as required.
• Maintain accurate clinical records and complete all required OT admin tasks.
• Engage in supervision and in‑service training with Senior Clinicians and the Clinical Lead.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Level 3 or Level 4 Agored qualification in Occupational Therapy Support.
• Physical ability to move and handle patients independently and to carry and fit equipment in the patient’s home.
• Good time‑management, prioritisation and organisational skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, and the ability to work with patients who have communication barriers or low motivation.
• Teamworking and interpersonal skills; ability to work effectively with patients, families and multidisciplinary teams.
• Welsh language speaking and listening skills at Level 3 or above (desirable but not essential).
• Competency‑based training in OT administration and team working.
• Successful Disclosure and Barring Service check (subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act, 1975).

Benefits

• Leading pension scheme.
• Generous leave entitlement.
• Flexible working arrangements.
• Career development opportunities.
• Ongoing learning and professional development programmes.

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