The UK government has announced that anyone needing a 'GP' fit note after Friday 1 July 2022 will be able to get them legally certified by an occupational therapist - this is a big policy WIN for Royal College of Occupational Therapists! This will apply in Scotland, Wales and England. rcot.co.uk/news/occupatio…

Enjoyed speaking to first year OT students at Oxford Brookes University Brookes OT society alongside other educators and qualified OTs with aim of providing students with advice and top tips to support first year placement nerves #educatingandlearningtogether Oxford Brookes HLS OxfordBrookesOT RCOTStudents

It's Monday morning, you're headed to work and you see something that makes you smile. 😁 What's the first thing that comes to mind? Wishing all OTs supporting people through breakthroughs a very happy #InternationalDayOfHappiness.

Join Director- Practice & Innovation Karin and Suhailah Mohamed on Tuesday 25 April to discuss the findings from our workforce survey, the pressures OTs face, and how we can support you and future leaders ➡️ loom.ly/jU5G7CY This event is open to senior leaders who are or have been OTs.

Seven out of ten occupational therapists tell us that they are under too much pressure at work. That's why our recommendations are so crucial. Please take a look at our report 👇

🚨 17 NHS trusts have had safety exemptions agreed with The RCN on safety grounds ahead of #NursesStrike. Full list of trusts and areas below:

#OT colleagues, come join us Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust 💚 #OTjobs #NHSjobs Royal College of Occupational Therapists RCOTStudents

An exciting opportunity for a Band 6 Respiratory Physiotherapist. Come and join the team! Get in touch if you have any Q's 🫁🩺 #respisbest beta.jobs.nhs.uk/candidate/joba… RBH THERAPY TEAM ACPRC

Our #OTWeek23 theme is ‘occupation matters’. 💚 We've heard that you feel the value of your expertise isn't always recognised and that you frequently spend time explaining occupation and why it's important. That's why our theme is all about occupation and why it matters.

Today marks the start of #BlackHistoryMonth This years theme is #SalutingourSisters The #WEMATTER movement highlights the pivotol role that black women have played in shaping history. Why not get involved & tell us which #sister you want to salute & why Royal College of Occupational Therapists ✊🏾

Our free webinar, “Implementing an outcomes-based digital solution - how to get started” will explore top tips on how to overcome barriers that may slow down or obstruct a successful digital solution implementation 💻 October 26th, 10-11am Sign up here: us06web.zoom.us/webinar/regist…

Look out for the #BlackHistoryMonth displays in libraries and they’ve put together themed ebook and eaudio collections too. ✳️ Adults BHM ebook and eaudio collection: oxfordshire.overdrive.com/collection/148… ✳️ Children's BHM ebook and eaudio collection: oxfordshire.overdrive.com/collection/148…

Register for our webinar this Thursday “Implementing an outcomes-based digital solution” - leading industry professionals Alison Tombs, @jessiebasraOT, Danielle Surrey, and Nick Weston 🇪🇺 discuss solutions to a smooth journey to digital transformation 💻👇 us06web.zoom.us/webinar/regist…

Learners! ✍️ Join us next Monday for an exclusive online webinar: loom.ly/eilvYOA We're welcoming both members and non-members as we explore how we support you with your studies, in practice and how we can help you to develop and reach your career goals. 📈

This OT Week we're increasing the understanding of occupational therapy and it's value for people's health and quality of life. 💚 🗓️ Join Anuj Dawar at our #OTWeek23 Breaking barriers event on Tuesday 7 November, 6.30–7.30pm: loom.ly/B3dcCRI

Occupations are essential to living. They give our lives meaning, purpose and structure. 💚 This #OTWeek23, help us show people everywhere what occupations, in the context of occupational therapy, are and why they are so important! Get involved: loom.ly/pDQ9cIw

It's Occupational Therapy Week! Occupational Therapists work in our social care teams and support residents to be more independent. From voice activated curtains to grab bars to help with balance, they've got an answer for (almost) everything! #OTWeek23

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Occupational Therapy helps you live your best life at home, at work and everywhere else. Our Occupational Therapists can suggest some things that might support you. But if you already know what you need, you can order some things yourself: oxfordshire.gov.uk/residents/soci… #OTWeek23

We have a new opportunity for a Quality Assurance LPS Lead to join our Adult Operations Service. Help us share our progressive way of working with the wider world and support our preparations for CQC Assurance process. For more information and to apply careers.newjob.org.uk/OCC/job/County…