Specialist Occupational Therapist

Job Title: Specialist Occupational Therapist
Location: Newry, Northern Ireland
Contract Type: Temporary / Fixed-Term
Salary: Competitive Rates to be discussed

Role Overview

We are currently seeking an experienced Specialist Occupational Therapist to join a specialist palliative care service in Newry. This role involves providing high-quality occupational therapy to patients with complex palliative care needs, working as part of a multidisciplinary team to support independence, comfort and quality of life.

Key Requirements

* Minimum 3 years’ post-graduate Occupational Therapy experience

* Experience working within a multidisciplinary team

* Experience providing Occupational Therapy interventions to palliative care patients in an acute and/or community setting

* Registered with the HCPC

* Diploma or Degree in Occupational Therapy recognised by WFOT

* Experience in postural management and prescription of specialised seating systems

* Experience assessing and recommending adaptive equipment

* Excellent communication, organisational and prioritisation skills

* Ability to work independently and effectively within a multidisciplinary team

* Full UK driving licence and access to a car for work purposes, including appropriate business insurance, or another suitable arrangement

Desirable Experience

* Experience in fatigue, anxiety and dyspnoea management

* Knowledge of current oncology and palliative care guidelines

* Experience facilitating group activities

* Experience participating in audit or research

* Experience using cognitive screening tools

* Postgraduate development in palliative care or a related specialist area

* Knowledge and understanding of RQIA standards

What We Offer

* Temporary / fixed-term opportunity

* Band 6 equivalent role

* Monday to Friday working pattern

* 22.5–31 hours per week

* Opportunity to work within a specialist palliative care multidisciplinary team

* Opportunity to contribute to clinical governance and service development

* Personalised support from our recruitment team

* Opportunity to develop specialist clinical experience within a patient-centred environment

About Us

Oxford Natural Healthcare Professionals is a trusted provider of clinical talent to the UK’s private healthcare sector. We specialise in placing highly skilled professionals in roles that match their expertise and values.

Work Location: In person