Occupational Therapist (Flexible Hours) – Ware, Hertfordshire  

Location: Westgate House Care Centre, Tower Road, Ware, Hertfordshire, SG12 7LP

Salary: Depending on experience/band

Hours: Full time or part time (contracted to a minimum of 24 hours a week - 3 days/8 hours) - flexible depending on individual needs (to be discussed at shortlisting stage) 

Job type: Permanent 

Come and make a difference with the team at Westgate Healthcare! #CareWithUsAtWestgate

Westgate House Care Centre, located in Ware, Hertfordshire, is part of a family-run, award-winning care home group.

We support elderly residents with a range of nursing needs.

While our home has 109 beds in total, it also features a dedicated 13-bed Intermediate Care Unit, complete with its own private rehabilitation gym.

We are now looking for an Occupational Therapist to join our multidisciplinary team on a permanent basis. You will provide Occupational Therapy assessment, advice and rehabilitation to residents discharged from hospital for further rehabilitation.

You will be an experienced Occupational Therapist with good clinical knowledge within a rehabilitation unit.

Why work at Westgate?

• Improve your financial wellness and flexibility with Wagestream; access your wages before pay day and enjoy exclusive discounts at a variety of the UK’s favourite shops
• Access to the Blue Light Card (employee discount scheme)
• Access to other discount schemes; Byond Prepayment Card (employee cashback card), Extras Discounts (employee discount scheme) and Cycle to Work Scheme
• Refer a Friend Scheme – earn up to £500 for a successful referral!
• Internal and external employee recognition schemes (e.g.
  
  Employee of the Month and Long Service) and team building social events
• Support in achieving additional qualifications, including nationally recognised qualifications
• Access to financial and wellbeing support through The Care Workers Charity  
• Comprehensive staff induction with free training and professional development

About the role:

• Undertake OT assessments and provide rehabilitation to residents discharged from hospital and the community, for further rehabilitation
• Provide OT advice to residents, carers, family and multidisciplinary team members
• Conduct off site access visits as necessary to identify equipment requirements and ensure safe discharge
• Attend Multidisciplinary Team meetings to review our residents needs and plan discharge
• Accurately maintain records and document in a timely manner
• Attend and participate in team meetings and in-service training
• Provide training to care staff on assembly of equipment for residents
• As part of a team within a Nursing Home, take interest in our residents throughout the home, as well as with the Intermediate Care Clients and assist in activities for residents providing exercise where appropriate
• Ensure Health & Safety standards are monitored and any shortfalls identified and reported to the Home Manager
• Have full knowledge of, and take responsibility, to ensure adherence to infection control policies and procedures at all times

About you:

• BSc (Hons) or equivalent Occupational Therapy qualification and HCPC Registration is essential to be considered
• Previous experience of working with the elderly is desirable but not essential as full training is provided
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• A proactive, compassionate approach to care

We reserve the right to close this vacancy once we receive suitable applications, therefore, an early submission is encouraged. Due to a high volume of applications, if you do not hear from us within 5 working days, please assume that your application has been unsuccessful.

Westgate Healthcare is an equal opportunities employer, and we welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age.

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