Specialist Neurological Occupational Therapist

NCH&C is proud to be the first standalone NHS community trust in the UK to achieve an 'Outstanding' rating from the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Our focus is on continually improving the quality of care we offer to local people and on improving access to that care, helping people to move seamlessly from one service to another. Praising NCH&C's "compassionate, inclusive and effective leadership at all levels", the CQC observed that our staff are well supported to make positive changes and innovations.
Norfolk Community Health & Care NHS Trust is committed to continuing to create a modern and inclusive work environment. As part of this commitment we actively promote flexible working opportunities where possible, to meet the needs and wishes of our workforce to maintain and improve their wellbeing. The trust offers a range of flexibility, including flexible working patterns, and we would encourage you to discuss this with the recruiting manager before or during the application process if this would interest you.
We welcome applications from people who share our values and can help us deliver outstanding care in our local community., Outpatient Specialist Neurological Rehabilitation and Environmental Controls, The neurological rehabilitation role will include providing cognitive, vocational and upper limb rehabilitation to patients (aged 16 and above) who have complex needs following an acquired brain injury. You will be working as part of a dynamic multi-disciplinary team including Physiotherapists, Psychologists, Speech and Language Therapists, Rehabilitation Nurses, and Consultants in Rehabilitation Medicine.
The successful applicant will require excellent communication skills, an aptitude for problem-solving and be highly effective in managing a case load. They will play a key role in facilitating patient groups and be required to liaise with other agencies such as a patient's employer when supporting their return to work.
The current Norfolk and Waveney Environmental Controls Service is expanding to provide a service to patients living in Suffolk. We are, therefore, looking for someone to join the team at this exciting time in our development. The post holder will need to have an interest in technology and be eager to learn more about this ever-evolving specialism. You will work with children and adults with severe physical disabilities.
Both teams provide regular peer support and learning opportunities. Participation in external specialist interest groups is also encouraged,
It is essential that you hold a full UK driving license. Regular driving across Norfolk and Suffolk will be required., + To assess and prescribe care packages for patients with complex rehabilitation needs.
+ To work within the MDT to facilitate timely discharge from in-patient or outpatient service.
+ To work within the MDT to support patients in the community and prevent unnecessary admission to hospital.
+ To work with all health care professionals, and statutory and voluntary agencies to provide a seamless, integrated service to our service users.
+ As required, provide support to other services across the Colman Centre for Specialist Rehabilitation Services.

Permanent full-time: 37.5 hours per week
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Occupational Therapist to work across two specialist services at the Colman Centre for Specialist Rehabilitation. We are looking for a highly motivated and dedicated Occupational Therapist who is keen to develop specialist skills in complex neurological rehabilitation and environmental controls. Both teams are based in Jubilee House at the Colman Centre in Norwich and provide a range of interventions within the clinic setting and in patients' homes.
Interviews will be held on 23^rd January 2025.