Band 6 Occupational Therapist - Hertfordshire

Pertemps; Stevenage; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Part time

Job summary

Pertemps Medical seeks an experienced Band 6 Occupational Therapist to join a busy acute hospital service in Stevenage, Hertfordshire. The role focuses on surgical and orthopaedic patients with emphasis on discharge planning and MDT collaboration.

You will assess, treat, and discharge patients across acute pathways, conduct functional assessments, and maintain comprehensive records. NHS Band 6 experience is preferred for this ongoing post.

Qualifications

• HCPC Registered Occupational Therapist.
• Band 6 NHS experience preferred.
• Acute inpatient OT experience required.
• Experience with surgical and orthopaedic caseloads.
• Strong discharge planning and MDT working abilities.

Responsibilities

• Assess, treat and discharge patients within acute surgical and orthopaedic pathways.
• Complete functional assessments and rehabilitation planning.
• Facilitate safe and effective discharge arrangements.
• Work with the MDT to optimise patient outcomes.
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation and records.

Skills

Acute hospital experience

Orthopaedic caseloads

Surgical care

Discharge planning

MDT collaboration

Communication

Education

HCPC Registration

Job description

We're currently seeking an experienced Band 6 Occupational Therapist to join a busy acute hospital service in Stevenage, Hertfordshire.

This is an excellent opportunity for an OT with strong acute hospital experience who is confident managing a varied caseload, with a particular focus on surgical and orthopaedic patients.

Key Responsibilities

• Assess, treat and discharge patients within acute surgical and orthopaedic pathways
• Complete functional assessments and rehabilitation planning
• Facilitate safe and effective discharge arrangements
• Work closely with the multidisciplinary team to optimise patient outcomes
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation and patient records

Essential Requirements

• HCPC Registered Occupational Therapist
• Previous NHS Band 6 experience preferred
• Acute inpatient Occupational Therapy experience
• Confident managing surgical and orthopaedic caseloads
• Strong discharge planning and rehabilitation skills
• Excellent communication and MDT working abilities

Details

• Location: Stevenage, Hertfordshire
• Role: Band 6 Occupational Therapist
• Contract: ASAP Start | Ongoing (Expected up to 3 Months)
• Hours: Up to 30 Hours per Week
• Working Pattern: Monday to Friday
• Shift Times: 09:00-17:00 or 09:30-17:30 (rota dependent)
• Note: Service closure expected for 2 weeks during the Christmas period