Band 6 Occupational Therapist - Hertfordshire

Pertemps Medical Professionals; Welwyn; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Part time

Job summary

Pertemps Medical Professionals is seeking an experienced Band 6 Occupational Therapist to join a busy acute hospital service in Stevenage, Hertfordshire.

This role focuses on surgical and orthopaedic inpatients, with responsibilities including functional assessments, rehabilitation planning and safe discharge planning, in close MDT collaboration.

The position is ASAP start, ongoing for up to 3 months, with up to 30 hours per week and shifts from 09:00-17:00 or 09:30-17:30, rota dependent.

Qualifications

• HCPC registration as an Occupational Therapist.
• Experience delivering acute inpatient OT in NHS setting.
• Strong communication and MDT collaboration.

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

NHS Band 6 experience

Discharge planning

Education

HCPC Registered Occupational Therapist

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