Assistant Practitioner

Description:

The Occupational Therapy Assistant Practitioner role is critical to supporting the implementation of therapeutic interventions as guided by the qualified occupational therapist. They will work as part of a multi-disciplinary team supporting service users to increase their independence and achieve their personal goals. The post holder will work independently and alongside the Occupational Therapist and other members of the team, to deliver assessed therapeutic interventions, which are meaningful to the individual and may include for example, skills development techniques, providing support and advice and the provision of equipment. The successful candidate will work across a variety of settings to include hospitals, person’s home, educational establishments and community & leisure facilities.

Adaptability, good communication skills and self-motivation are all essential to the role.

Main duties of the job

Work as part of a designated team to deliver an effective and efficient occupational therapy service, as delegated by occupational therapists, to improve the health & wellbeing of people.

Deliver the service in a manner and setting appropriate to the needs of client group, following agreed guidelines, protocols, policies and care pathways. This may include working with colleagues or alone; with individuals and groups; in people’s homes, community settings and hospitals.

Provide a service to a designated client group, based on guidance given by the occupational therapist. This will include working with a delegated caseload, undertaking specific assessments, developing person centred plans and delivering interventions independently as part an overall plan of care.

Work collaboratively with colleagues from Health, Local Authorities and Third Sector Organisations to achieve best outcomes.