Occupational Therapy Technician

at  Oxleas NHS Foundation Trust

Management responsibilities To exercise good personal time management, punctuality and consistent reliable attendance To be responsible for maintaining stock & advising on resources required to carry out the job, including the responsible management of petty cash Leadership In line with Trust guidelines, review and reflect on your own practise and performance through regular participation in professional supervision and personal development reviews. Clinical To work effectively as a member of a team in providing a programme of ward, department or community based therapeutic activities. To use technical, creative, psychosocial and daily living skills to engage clients in therapeutic activities to promote independence, well-being and social inclusion. Under supervision of a registered OT, facilitate/co-facilitate planned group work and individual activities.
Engage in ongoing continuous assessment and treatment and adjust own clinical interventions based on the fluctuating needs of the service users. Contribute to formal OT assessments, under guidance of a registered OT and provide feedback on clients occupational functioning. Assist in the implementation, evaluation and modification of OT and team interventions. Under supervision of a registered OT, instruct and support service users to achieve their goals.
Undertake delegated tasks to contribute to the safe and smooth running of the service. Research As part of a team, incorporate up-to-date techniques and ideas of positive practise into your programme. Under the supervision of a qualified OT utilise evidence-based practice in your everyday work. To participate in OT/team audit and evaluation activities as agreed with your supervisor.
Communication To form professional relationships with service users, who often exhibit challenging behaviour, and communicate with them in a way that respects their views, autonomy, and culture. To report effectively to the team on service users performance/progress in areas of self-maintenance, productivity and leisure. To communicate appropriately with carers

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