Occupational Therapist

We currently have an exciting 1 year fixed term/secondment opportunity for an occupational therapist at the Carseview Centre. We require an individual who will enjoy working in a challenging environment as part of a multi-disciplinary team.

Carseview provides and supports recovery focused services for in- patients with acute and/or enduring mental health problems. We are seeking an occupational therapist who will contribute to innovative recovery focussed service delivery and contribute to service development.

Being an individual with the ability to support excellent team working and growth of strong interpersonal relationships across the teams are essential values and qualities to developing high performance and ensuring the delivery of the best care experience possible.

NHS Tayside is a Values Based Organisation and is both passionate about and committed to the values of NHS Scotland which are:

• Dignity and Respect
• Openness, Honest and Responsibility
• Quality and Teamwork
• Care and Compassion

We have a structured staff review system and offer professional support through our clinical networks.  We are committed to regular in-service training and personal and professional development. The post will be managed and supervised by the Lead Occupational Therapist for adult in patient mental health at Carseview.

You must be registered with the HCPC

Informal Enquiries to: Kerry Malaney, Lead Occupational Therapist for Adult In patient Mental Health Carseview,

Hours of work are:  37.  Interviews will be held 2-3 days after the closing date of the post and ideally the proposed start date for the position is beginning of January 2025.

Internal Applicants written approval must be sought from your line manager prior to applying for this secondment.  You will be required to bring this if shortlisted for interview.

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