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Shetland Islands Council
Lead Community Occupational Therapist – Allied Health Profession
£ 42,979.47 - £ 44,466.08 per annum ( Grade L ) inclusive of Distant Islands Allowance . Closing date : Wednesday 1 March 2023
A relocation package applies to these posts and we will pay interview expenses from within the UK
Are you an ambitious occupational therapy professional looking for both a fresh career challenge , and a better quality of life ? An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Lead Occupational Therapist to join our joint NHS Shetland and Shetland Islands Council OT Service .
Could you lead and manage a team of community based occupational therapists in the Shetland Islands ? Can you adapt to the challenges of working in an integrated health and social care team and find creative solutions to supporting people to live in their own homes and actively participate in their local community ? If so , we would love you to join our friendly , supportive team .
You will be responsible for line managing Occupational Therapists , and Therapy Assistants . The role will be central to maintaining excellent services for our clients , and also the strategic development and implementation of new and innovative services in rapidly changing environments .
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You will have excellent organisational skills and be a clear and effective communicator . Experience in delivering and developing operational services to defined standards and targets , as well as personal motivation and ability to motivate others are essential . You must also possess an Hons Degree in Occupational Therapy ( or equivalent Diploma ) and be registered with Health and Care Professions Council .
Shetland ’ s spectacular landscapes and coastal waters make the islands a unique place to live and work and offer a stress-free commute to work and exceptional work / life balance .
For further details relating to this post , please contact : Lorna Willis , Team Leader on 01595 745780 or email : lorna . willis @ shetland . gov . uk
Apply at www . myjobscotland . gov . uk / councils / shetland-islands-council / jobs
We are an Equal Opportunities Employer , and encourage Remote and Flexible Working . Find out more about : Living and working in Shetland visit www . shetland . co . uk
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Head of Research and Innovation
London / Hybrid £ 60-67k
Could you lead our research and innovation team in building and promoting the evidence base for occupational therapy ?
We ’ re looking for an OT to join us as RCOT ’ s Head of Research and Innovation . You ’ ll be leading a team who provide research data to RCOT and our membership , enabling the rise of innovation in the profession and a focus on continuous improvement .
What we offer
Rewards and benefits are just one part of the reason RCOT is a great place to work . We offer significant benefits , including private healthcare , Christmas closure and an Employee Assistance Programme . We also offer a hybrid working model with a blend of home and office-based working .
To see the full role profile , visit www . michaelpage . co . uk / job-detail / head-research-and-innovation / ref / jn- 112022-5857053
To apply , please send your CV to lisafenn @ pageoutsourcing . com
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