Band 6 Rotational Occupational Therapist

Princess Alexandra Hospital NHS Trust; Harlow; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

The Princess Alexandra Hospital NHS Trust invites applications for an Occupational Therapist to join a supportive MDT. You will work as an autonomous practitioner delivering high-quality OT assessments and interventions for patients with complex needs, across a range of rotations including Care of the Elderly, Critical Care, Orthopaedics and more.

This 9‑month fixed-term post offers supervision, IST, CPD funding and a focus on staff wellbeing as part of a developed, inclusive team.

Responsibilities

• Lead advanced OT assessments and treatments for acute, complex or chronic cases to maximise function.
• Coordinate, deliver and evaluate OT services for inpatients across wards with the MDT.
• Deputise for the team lead OT and support junior staff and assistants.
• Collaborate with community teams to enable safe, timely discharges.

Job description

Job Overview

We are looking for an enthusiastic, motivated and compassionate Occupational Therapist to join our friendly and supportive team at The Princess Alexandra Hospital NHS Trust.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Occupational Therapist who is ready to develop their clinical and leadership skills while making a meaningful difference to the lives of patients and their families.

Working as an autonomous practitioner within our MDT, you will provide high-quality, person-centred OT assessment and intervention to patients with a range of complex needs.

We are committed to supporting the professional development and well being of our staff. You will receive clinical supervision and support, weekly IST and CPD funding/opportunities.

Rotations are 9 months in length and include Care of the Elderly, Critical Care & Surgery, Acute Medicine, Orthopaedics (elective and trauma), ED and Frailty, Palliative Care as well as community rotations with our partners in EPUT.

This is a fixed term opportunity for 9 months to cover maternity leave. Fixed term end date - 30/09/2027

Main duties of the job

• To have a major role in the advanced Occupational Therapy assessment and treatment of patients within the speciality who may have acute, complex and/or chronic presentations, provide functional assessment and deliver individualised treatment plans aimed at reducing the impact of disability and ill health.
• To undertake a leading role in planning, coordinating, delivering and evaluating the Occupational Therapy service provided to inpatients on many wards, by the medical/surgical team on a daily basis.
• To deputise where necessary for team lead Occupational Therapist. Responsible for the clinical development of the service within the speciality, and provide day to day management of more junior staff, including Band 5 Occupational Therapists and assistants.
• To work with community teams, for onward referral for patients being discharged home, to facilitate a safe and timely discharge.

The Princess Alexandra Hospital NHS Trust (PAHT) is proud to care for the communities of West Essex, delivering safe, compassionate, and high-quality services. We are part of the Neighbourhood Wavea national programme that’s changing how care is delivered by focusing on prevention, early support, and more joined-up services across health, social care, and the voluntary sector.

This means we’re working more closely with local partners to bring care closer to home and support people to live healthier, more independent lives.

We’re a supportive and inclusive organisation that values its people. We offer development opportunities, flexible working, and a strong focus on wellbeing. As a Disability Confident and equal opportunities employer, we welcome applicants from all backgrounds and experiences.

Join us and help shape the future of care in West Essex.

Detailed Job Description And Main Responsibilities

Please see attached job description and personal specification for further details. We welcome visits or informal discussions about the role. Please get in touch with Katie Silk (head of therapies) via email - [e-mail] or on