Band 6 Occupational Therapist – Acute Stroke (Neuro)

Atlantis Medical; Greater London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job description

Band 6 Occupational Therapist – Acute Stroke (Neuro)
(Minimum 6 months NHS experience is mandatory)

Band: Band 6
Job Role: Specialist Occupational Therapist – Acute Stroke (Neuro)
Location: St George’s Hospital, St George’s NHS Trust
Pay Rates: £20 – £24 per hour
Pay Mechanism: Direct Engagement
Contract Duration: 22/04/2025 – 31/05/2025

About the Trust:
St George’s NHS Trust is renowned for its dedication to delivering exceptional healthcare services, supporting both patients and staff with a collaborative and innovative approach. The trust prides itself on being one of the largest and busiest healthcare providers in London, fostering professional growth and excellence.

Job Overview:
We are seeking a dedicated Band 6 Occupational Therapist with specialist neuro experience to join the Neuro OT team at St George’s Hospital. The successful candidate will support the clinical delivery of care to acute stroke patients on the Hyper Acute Stroke Unit (HASU) and Acute Stroke Unit (ASU), working within an established stroke pathway.

Role and Responsibilities:

• Conduct timely neuro assessments for acute stroke patients

• Devise and implement tailored treatment and rehabilitation programmes

• Provide functional re-training and specialist seating input

• Deliver cognitive and perceptual assessments

• Plan and support complex discharges and rehabilitation pathways

• Collaborate with the MDT to ensure seamless patient care

Requirements:

• HCPC registered Occupational Therapist

• Proven experience in stroke and neuro rehabilitation

• Strong skills in cognitive and perceptual assessment, functional rehab, and discharge planning

• Knowledge of specialist seating and complex rehabilitation planning

To apply for this role, please reply with your updated CV and job reference number: BS/18008/OT3