Rotational Occupational Therapist

at  Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital

To maintain a high standard of professional practice, working within the Code of Ethics and Professional Conduct of the Royal College of Occupational Therapists. To be professionally and legally responsible for all aspects of your own work, including accountability for the management of patients in your care as an autonomous practitioner. To be aware of evidence as a base for practice, participate in service/multidisciplinary audit and research within the clinical area and use knowledge gained to achieve optimum outcomes for Occupational Therapy. To prioritise own designated caseload.
To independently carry out assessment and appropriate intervention for patients, incorporating personal, psychological and spiritual needs in relation to self-care, leisure and productivity. With support from senior staff, contribute to differential diagnosis of complex patients through cognitive and functional assessments and determine treatment intervention based on this. To assess risks relating to the discharge process in order to ensure a safe and timely discharge of patients to the most appropriate setting. To be aware of challenging situations, including verbal and physical conflicts, and managing these whilst also seeking support when required.
To overcome barriers and communicate sensitive information effectively with patients and carers/family. This requires the use of appropriate specialist communication skills of negotiation, motivation, explanation and the gaining of informed/implied consent. To communicate with multidisciplinary/outside agencies and arrange appropriate follow up to provide a flexible, seamless service. Please refer to the Job Description for the full specification of responsibilities and requirements for this post

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