Christina has been an occupational therapist since 2007. With a pre-qualifying background in mental health practice she moved to working in acute physical care for the NHS. After completing numerous rotations in different clinical areas; elderly care, neurology and stroke rehabilitation, A & E, intermediate care and social services; she decided to further her work experience in statutory services with the focus on major adaptation, housing, minor adaptations and moving and handling.
Working in this service for over 7 years, Christina has a wealth of experience working alongside various local authorities as well as building her experience of private practice. During this time she has developed specialisms of moving and handling, housing, including minor and major adaptations. As a private practitioner she has sub-contracted to local authorities, housing associations, and worked with a variety of private clients. Christina has also been responsible for working on an extensive screening project for elderly care services. Along with being an OT Service associate, Christina currently works as a Clinical Lead in a community equipment service. Her role involves working on writing specifications for equipment, sourcing new products, equipment reviews, ensuring quality management across the service and working with various multi-disciplinary team in local authorities, the NHS and with equipment supply companies. |
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