Occupational Therapy Technician - Paediatric

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a full time Occupational Therapy Technician within our Paediatric service. Under the supervision of an occupational therapist, the post holder will be expected to contribute to the occupational therapy assessment process and provide occupational therapy intervention to children and young people within the CTMUHB area.

Main duties of the job

• To work as part of a community team of OT's and OTT's (Occupational Therapy Technicians) for Children.
• To manage a given caseload (assigned and monitored by a qualified OT).
• To undertake specific clinical and administrative tasks, implement intervention programmes within the child's own home, school or community setting as instructed by the OT and responding flexibility to the needs of the service.
• To support the OT by assisting with all modulates of therapeutic care e.g. assessments, groups and other joint interests with other disciplines (when appropriate).
• To participate in departmental projects, audits, provision/monitoring of relevant data and statistics as service requires.
• Develop a patient centred approach to engaging patients in routine therapeutic occupations following the aims/methods given by the OT, and to adjust own clinical interventions based on fluctuating needs of the child

About us

Cwm Taf Morgannwg (CTM) University Health Board, part of NHS Wales, serves a large population across a diverse and beautiful region, steeped in history and heritage. With nearly 13,500 staff, our health board is one of Wales's largest employers.

Together, we are Team CTM; a workforce dedicated to offering excellent patient care and support to the 450,000 people across our three regions, Bridgend, Merthyr Tydfil, and Rhondda Cynon Taf. We operate three District General hospitals, several community hospitals, primary and community care facilities.

CTM's location offers the best of South Wales, just 20 minutes from Cardiff's vibrant city life, the natural beauty of the Brecon Beacons, and the serene coastline at Ogmore. Whether you enjoy lively urban amenities, peaceful countryside, or seaside escapes, our location makes an ideal setting for both work and personal life.

Our CTM 2030 Strategy--Our Health, Our Future--focuses on uniting our region around shared health and wellbeing goals. Our values guide us daily:

o We listen, learn, and improveo We treat everyone with respecto We work together as one team

CTM employees enjoy benefits including; a leading pension, generous leave, flexible work, career growth, and access to ongoing learning and development.

At CTM, you'll find a welcoming, team-oriented workplace that values diversity and compassion, where you can take pride in your work and the difference it makes.