Band 6 Occupational Therapist - Hertfordshire

Pertemps Medical Professionals; Stevenage; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 38,000; Part time

Job summary

Pertemps Medical Professionals is seeking an experienced Band 6 Occupational Therapist to join a busy acute hospital team in Stevenage, Hertfordshire. The role focuses on surgical and orthopaedic patients, with a varied caseload and a strong emphasis on discharge planning and rehabilitation.

You will assess, treat and discharge patients on acute pathways, complete functional assessments, and work closely with the MDT to optimise outcomes. NHS Band 6 experience and HCPC registration are essential.

Qualifications

• HCPC registered occupational therapist.
• NHS Band 6 experience preferred.
• Acute inpatient OT experience.
• Surgical and orthopaedic caseload experience.
• Strong discharge planning and rehabilitation skills.
• Excellent communication 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 closely with the multidisciplinary team to optimise patient outcomes.
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation and patient records.

Skills

Discharge planning

MDT collaboration

Education

HCPC Registered OT

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