Occupational Therapist / Moving and Handling Specialist
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- England,North West,Merseyside,St. Helens
- full-time
- £28 - £30 per hour
Job Description:
Location: St Helens
Role Type: Locum, Full-Time
Contract Duration: 2-Year Fixed Term
We are seeking an experienced and passionate professional to join our Moving and Handling Team. This role supports our Single-Handed Care Project, making a meaningful difference to individuals with complex needs.
Key Responsibilities: *Conduct moving and handling assessments for individuals with complex needs.
*Prepare detailed risk assessment reports and deliver tailored moving and handling training to formal and informal carers.
*Recommend and provide guidance on specialized equipment and major adaptations.
*Collaborate with partner agencies, demonstrating professionalism and building strong working relationships.
*Assess client needs, develop comprehensive care plans, and ensure effective implementation in line with current legislation.
To excel in this role, you should be:
*Qualified and HCPC registered (or hold equivalent moving and handling qualifications).
*Experienced in supporting individuals with complex physical disabilities.
*Knowledgeable about the latest moving and handling techniques and equipment advancements.
*Confident in working independently, managing a dynamic workload, and making impactful decisions.
*Proficient in IT, with a good understanding of relevant tools and systems.
*Skilled in communication, able to engage effectively with professionals, carers, and clients.
*Familiar with current legislation and best practices related to moving and handling.
Contact Joe for further details
Role Type: Locum, Full-Time
Contract Duration: 2-Year Fixed Term
We are seeking an experienced and passionate professional to join our Moving and Handling Team. This role supports our Single-Handed Care Project, making a meaningful difference to individuals with complex needs.
Key Responsibilities: *Conduct moving and handling assessments for individuals with complex needs.
*Prepare detailed risk assessment reports and deliver tailored moving and handling training to formal and informal carers.
*Recommend and provide guidance on specialized equipment and major adaptations.
*Collaborate with partner agencies, demonstrating professionalism and building strong working relationships.
*Assess client needs, develop comprehensive care plans, and ensure effective implementation in line with current legislation.
To excel in this role, you should be:
*Qualified and HCPC registered (or hold equivalent moving and handling qualifications).
*Experienced in supporting individuals with complex physical disabilities.
*Knowledgeable about the latest moving and handling techniques and equipment advancements.
*Confident in working independently, managing a dynamic workload, and making impactful decisions.
*Proficient in IT, with a good understanding of relevant tools and systems.
*Skilled in communication, able to engage effectively with professionals, carers, and clients.
*Familiar with current legislation and best practices related to moving and handling.
Contact Joe for further details
Job number 1711081
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Company Details:
Piers Meadows Recruitment
Company size: 250–499 employees
Industry: Health
Piers Meadows Recruitment are a specialist AHP and HSS agency operating in every part of the UK, the Isle of Man and Channel Islands.We started in 199...