Occupational Therapist / Clinical Advisor

Medequipuk; Cornwall; On-site; GBP 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A community equipment services provider in Cornwall is seeking an Occupational Therapist / Clinical Advisor to support prescribers and operational staff. You'll ensure best practices in equipment distribution and provide expert advice. The role demands a diploma in Occupational Therapy, HCPC registration, and experience in community services. This position offers supportive team environment and excellent professional development opportunities.

Benefits

33 days annual leave

Professional development opportunities

Employee assistance program

Cycle to work scheme

Life assurance

Qualifications

• Significant post-qualification experience at a senior level.
• Experience in community equipment services.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with management and operational teams.
• Provide support and advice for equipment supply and suitability.
• Deliver training sessions as needed.

Skills

Empathy

Accountability

Teamwork

Innovation

Education

Diploma or degree in Occupational Therapy

Registration with the HCPC

Job description

Occupational Therapist / Clinical Advisor

37.5 hours per week

£40,000 dependent on qualifications and experience

This is an incredible opportunity to work for a forward-thinking community equipment services provider, supporting your professional development and enabling you to make a real difference!

Join us as our new Occupational Therapist / Clinical Advisor at Medequip Assistive Technology Ltd and be empowered to impact lives positively.

Our ongoing employee development programmes, internal training, and strong leadership will help you grow professionally while providing person-centred support.

You’ll be supported by a dedicated team of professionals who share Medequip’s values.

Who are Medequip?

Medequip is the leading provider of medical equipment services to local authorities and the NHS across the UK, delivering a wide range of equipment and support to help people stay independent at home.

About the role

As the Occupational Therapist / Clinical Advisor, you will be part of our new Community Equipment Services (CES). We seek an enthusiastic, experienced Occupational Therapist to provide expert advice and support to prescribers, commissioners, operational staff, and the community.

You will use your expertise to ensure best practice, develop innovative solutions, and deliver a high-quality, cost-effective equipment loan service.

Your responsibilities include:

1. Collaborating with management, referrers, commissioners, suppliers, and operational teams to deliver a person-centred Community Equipment Service.
2. Providing specialist support and advice to maximize equipment recycling and oversee special orders.
3. Offering clinical advice on equipment supply, suitability, and procurement.
4. Working with health and social care professionals to develop best practices and ensure clinical governance.
5. Supporting and delivering training sessions as needed.
6. Working with CES managers to optimize catalogue systems and ensure value for money.

About you

You should align with our values:

• Empowering accountability
• Showing empathy, courtesy, dignity, and kindness
• Respecting colleagues, suppliers, and customers
• Valuing teamwork and passion
• Encouraging innovation and technological development
• Embracing change and striving for excellence
• Delivering cost-effective, safe healthcare solutions

Qualifications and experience required

• Diploma or degree in Occupational Therapy
• Registration with the HCPC
• Significant post-qualification experience at a senior level
• Experience in community equipment services

What we offer

• HCPC Registration Costs
• RCOT Membership Costs
• Membership of NAEP
• 33 days annual leave (including Bank Holidays)
• Ongoing professional development and career progression opportunities
• Life assurance
• Cycle to work scheme
• Employee assistance program including free counselling
• Perkbox discounts
• Free DBS check

We welcome applications from all community sections as an Equal Opportunities Employer. Reasonable adjustments are available during the recruitment process upon request.

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This role may require an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.

This role is not eligible for sponsorship. Candidates must have the right to work in the UK.