Senior Specialist Occupational Therapist
Location: Milton Keynes
Salary: £46,148 - £52,809 per annum DOE
Hours: 35 hours per week
Are You a Passionate Occupational Therapist Looking to Lead and Inspire?
We are recruiting on behalf of a leading charity dedicated to improving the lives of individuals with acquired brain injuries. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Senior Specialist Occupational Therapist to join a dynamic team in Milton Keynes. If you are ready to take your career to the next level and lead a dedicated team in a compassionate and innovative environment, this role is perfect for you!
Why This Opportunity?
This charity is renowned for its commitment to expert neurorehabilitation, offering transformative care to individuals recovering from brain injuries due to trauma, illness, or substance abuse. As a Senior Specialist Occupational Therapist, you'll play a crucial role in helping service users meet their personal goals and regain essential skills. You'll be surrounded by a team of dedicated professionals who share a passion for making a real difference.
About the Role:
- Lead occupational therapy services within a multi-disciplinary team using the BIRT Neurobehavioral model.
- Manage a diverse and complex caseload of service users with neurological conditions, utilising your specialist knowledge to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate tailored treatment plans.
- Collaborate closely with service users, families, and other professionals, ensuring a holistic approach to care that covers all aspects of life, from self-maintenance to leisure activities.
- Delegate and oversee tasks to rehabilitation support workers, ensuring effective handover, monitoring, and evaluation of care plans.
- Conduct detailed risk assessments, maintain professional documentation in line with RCOT standards, and contribute to clinical governance and service improvement initiatives.
- Use your leadership skills to guide, mentor, and inspire colleagues, fostering a culture of excellence and continuous improvement.
About You:
- Qualified Occupational Therapist with a Diploma / BSc (Hons) in Occupational Therapy and registered with the Health & Care Professions Council.
- Extensive experience and expertise in neurological rehabilitation, with a proven track record of managing complex cases.
- Strong leadership skills and the ability to work autonomously while supporting and guiding a team.
- Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with a commitment to patient-centred care and professional integrity.
- Proactive in professional development and eager to contribute to service enhancements and innovative care approaches.
What’s in It for You?
- Competitive salary: £46,148 - £52,809 per annum DOE.
- Generous 38 days of annual leave, including bank holidays (pro-rata).
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for wellbeing support.
- Group life assurance and company pension.
- Free parking and exclusive nationwide discounts on dining, shopping, and more.
- Blue Light Card for additional discounts for those in healthcare, emergency services, social care, and armed forces.
- Excellent training and career development opportunities to help you achieve your professional goals.
Take the Next Step in Your Career!
If you’re ready to lead as a Senior Specialist Occupational Therapist and make a meaningful impact, we’d love to connect with you. For more information, please reach out to Janice Froggatt at janice.froggatt@merco.co.uk or call 0208 971 2974.
Apply Now and be a part of a team that values your expertise and dedication to transforming lives!