Occupational Therapy Technician

Role Overview & Responsibilities

An exciting opportunity for a dynamic and enthusiastic individual has arisen within Fife Learning Disability service for an Occupational Therapy Technician.

Working in our Assessment and Treatment Inpatient Unit, under the direction of an Occupational Therapist, you will utilise your personal skills to support individuals to engage in meaningful activity alongside contributing to the assessment and treatment of an individual in preparation for discharge. This will be in the context of using personalised treatment plans to support and guide everyday activity within an inpatient setting and the wider community.

You will be a team player with excellent interpersonal skills but also have the ability to work autonomously. You will be expected to support the ongoing development of the Occupational Therapy service. We offer a challenging and stimulating work environment with personal development opportunities, peer review and supervision.

If you would like to find out more, please contact Fiona Vaughan, Occupational Therapy Team Lead on 01383 565223.

A requirement of this post is to become a member of the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme Prior to appointment.

NHS Fife is legally obliged to ensure all its employees are legally entitled to work in the United Kingdom. If you are not a United Kingdom (UK) or Irish National, you are required to confirm your right to work in your application.

NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. To this end, NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.