Allied Health Therapist Neuro Rehabilitation - Clinical Triage

NHS; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in the UK is seeking a Clinical Triage Therapist for their Neuro Rehabilitation Service. This full-time, Band 6 position involves leading a triage service, managing clinical cases, and working closely with multidisciplinary teams to support patients with neurological conditions. Applicants must possess a relevant qualification and state registration. Flexible working arrangements are available, fostering professional growth in a patient-centered environment.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Regular supervision and training opportunities

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• Graduate Diploma or Degree in Occupational Therapy / Physiotherapy / Speech Language Therapy required.
• State registration with HCPC needed.
• Broad post-registration experience at B5 level or above is essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead the triage service, prioritising and processing referrals received daily.
• Hold a small clinical caseload for individuals with neurological conditions.
• Monitor intervention effectiveness through goal setting, outcome measurement and practice evaluation.
• Work collaboratively with individuals, carers, MDT members.

Skills

Client-centred practice knowledge and application

Assessment, treatment and rehabilitation skills for neurological and complex conditions

Good IT skills

Knowledge and use of relevant assessment tools and outcome measures

Ability to work with a diverse workforce and inclusive approach

Organisational, delegation, time-management and prioritisation skills

Understanding of clinical governance and evidence-based practice

Education

Graduate Diploma or Degree in Occupational Therapy / Physiotherapy / Speech Language Therapy

State registration with HCPC

Job description

Job Summary

Clinical Triage Therapist, Neuro Rehabilitation Service

They are looking for an experienced OT, PT or SLT to support us in a Clinical Triage role for the Community Neuro Rehab Team. This Band 6 position is a full‑time, fixed‑term contract covering a 6‑month maternity leave, with flexible and remote working arrangements considered.

Advance your clinical reasoning, risk assessment and communication skills while participating in a new operational model for the service. You will identify appropriate pathways, support MDT prioritisation of patients, and manage clinical cases within your professional field.

Work closely with MDT and admin colleagues, and remain part of your wider professional group. Regular supervision and training opportunities are provided.

Join a team that is enthusiastic, forward‑thinking and patient‑centred.

Responsibilities

Clinical Triage

• Lead the triage service, prioritising and processing referrals received daily.
• Hold a small clinical caseload, providing comprehensive assessment, treatment and management to individuals with neurological conditions.
• Monitor intervention effectiveness through goal setting, outcome measurement and practice evaluation.
• Work collaboratively with individuals, carers, MDT members and external agencies to ensure coordinated service delivery.
• Educate patients and families about the impact of neurological conditions and promote healthy lifestyle.
• Enable self‑management and empower patients during treatment and after discharge.
• Respect patients’ dignity, privacy, culture and wishes with a commitment to equal access to occupational therapy.
• Maintain links with acute sector colleagues, local authority services, voluntary organisations and primary health care services.
• Ensure equipment safety, cleanliness and infection control standards, reporting issues to the Clinical Manager.

Professional Practice

• Act as an autonomous practitioner within professional and HCPC standards, being legally accountable for your work.
• Maintain liaison and effective communication with senior colleagues for smooth daily operations.
• Pursue personal growth through research, journal clubs, projects and a professional portfolio.
• Attend professional group meetings, training courses and share knowledge with colleagues.

Information Management

• Keep accurate and contemporaneous records of assessment and treatment; enter data into the electronic record system.
• Provide timely statistical data.

Person Specification

Knowledge / Qualifications (Essential)

• Graduate Diploma or Degree in Occupational Therapy / Physiotherapy / Speech Language Therapy
• State registration with HCPC

Knowledge / Qualifications (Desirable)

• Evidence of attendance at relevant post‑registration courses
• Member of a relevant Specialist Interest Group
• Knowledge of current policies and publications on neurological conditions

Experience (Essential)

• Broad post‑registration experience at B5 level or above
• Experience with neurological and stroke rehabilitation specialties
• Experience working within a multi‑disciplinary team (MDT)
• Experience in clinical triage within a team

Experience (Desirable)

• Experience working in a community setting
• Participation in service development or project work
• Experience in a ward‑based rehabilitation setting

Skills (Essential)

• Client‑centred practice knowledge and application
• Assessment, treatment and rehabilitation skills for neurological and complex conditions
• Good IT skills
• Knowledge and use of relevant assessment tools and outcome measures
• Ability to work with a diverse workforce and inclusive approach
• Organisational, delegation, time‑management and prioritisation skills
• Understanding of clinical governance and evidence‑based practice

Skills (Desirable)

• Understanding of the impact of neurological conditions on people's lives
• Innovative integration of interventions into home, work or educational environments

Physical Requirements (Essential)

• Fit for an active physical workload and resilient under reasonable pressure
• Ability to travel around Southwark and Lambeth boroughs with equipment and mobile devices

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and requires a Disclosure and Barring Service check for previous convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled Worker sponsorship are welcome and will be considered alongside other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/uk-visas-and-immigration).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information see the NHS Careers website (https://www.nhs.uk/working-at-the-nhs/careers/).

Employer Details

Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust

Pulross Centre
47a Pulross Road, Brixton
London
SW9 8AE

Employer's Website

https://www.guysandstthomas.nhs.uk/careers/careers.aspx