Clinical Specialist- Occupational Therapist

East Lancashire Hospitals NHS Trust; Blackburn; On-site; GBP 37,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity for a Clinical Specialist Occupational Therapist has arisen with East Lancashire Hospitals NHS Trust. The role involves leading a multidisciplinary team, providing specialized care, and participating in the development of the service. Candidates should be experienced Band 6 or Band 7 therapists with a passion for occupational health and wellbeing.

Qualifications

• Profession-specific Diploma/Degree required.
• HCPC registration is mandatory.
• Experience in training delivery and multidisciplinary teamwork is essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead clinically within a multidisciplinary team.
• Conduct comprehensive assessments and formulate management plans.
• Maintain professional development and supervise junior staff.

Skills

Effective communication skills

Risk management in patient care

Assessment and intervention knowledge

Team player and system collaborator

Supervision and problem-solving skills

Education

Profession-specific Diploma/Degree

HCPC registration

Membership of relevant professional body

CPD evidence, postgraduate courses

Tools

Microsoft Office 365

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Clinical Specialist- Occupational Therapist, Blackburn

Client:

East Lancashire Hospitals NHS Trust

Location:

Blackburn, United Kingdom

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Other

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Posted:

22.06.2025

Expiry Date:

06.08.2025

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Job overview

An exciting opportunity has arisen within the Occupational Health & Wellbeing Team. We are looking for a staff member eager to challenge their knowledge. We pride ourselves on a holistic approach and going the extra mile for our clients. Our focus is on helping organization members manage their health and enabling them to return or stay in work safely.

We welcome applications from existing Band 6 and Band 7 Occupational Therapists with suitable experience. This role offers the chance to develop specialized skills in Occupational Health while enhancing clinical reasoning skills in a rewarding environment.

Training will be provided to prepare you for this role.

Main duties

Lead clinically within a multidisciplinary team, providing expertise in assessment and interactions with specific patient groups. Assist in operationalizing a centralized case management approach for reasonable adjustments for 12 months.

Provide leadership and intervention in a designated service area, ensuring safe, effective, and personalized care aligned with clinical pathways and patient goals.

Contribute to the strategic and operational development of the service as part of the leadership team.

Offer teaching and support in managing complex conditions, educating healthcare professionals and stakeholders.

Flexibility to work core hours Monday to Friday, with potential for enhanced access work.

Working for our organization

East Lancashire Hospitals Trust aims to be recognized for safe, personal, and effective care, serving over 600,000 people with a staff of over 7,000, many of whom are internationally renowned.

Responsibilities

Provide clinical care to a caseload requiring advanced assessment and intervention skills.

Conduct comprehensive assessments, formulate management plans, and discharge plans for complex cases.

Assess patient capacity and obtain informed consent, working within organizational policies.

Develop goals with patients, communicate reasoning, and select appropriate interventions.

Implement evidence-based interventions, evaluate progress, and adapt as needed.

Support patient self-management and organize multidisciplinary case reviews.

Maintain highly specialized skills, undertake risk assessments, and work autonomously across various settings.

Manage workload, develop clinical networks, and support service improvements.

Provide guidance, prepare reports, and involve service users in improvements.

Supervise junior staff, support student learning, and participate in research and audits.

Manage departmental resources, staff issues, and participate in recruitment and training.

Communicate effectively, handle challenging situations, and ensure resource availability.

Lead meetings, represent the service professionally, and ensure compliance with training and standards.

Maintain professional development, participate in appraisals, and stay updated on relevant legislation.

Ensure proper record-keeping, resource management, and staff supervision.

Participate in organizational policies, deliver evidence-based services, and support continuous improvement initiatives.

Person specification

Qualifications

• Profession-specific Diploma/Degree
• HCPC registration
• Membership of relevant professional body
• CPD evidence, postgraduate courses
• Involvement in Clinical Interest Groups

Experience

• Individual and group treatment skills
• Postgraduate clinical experience
• Training delivery experience
• Multidisciplinary team working
• Supervision of students/support staff
• Quality improvement, audit, research experience

Knowledge and skills

• Understanding NHS/Social Care policies
• Knowledge of clinical standards and guidelines
• Professional issues and conduct
• Effective communication skills
• Risk management in patient care
• Supervision and problem-solving skills
• Assessment and intervention knowledge
• Research and evidence-based practice
• Workload management
• Knowledge of equipment and assistive technology
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365
• Self-reflection and professional development

Personal Qualities

• Team player and system collaborator
• Flexible, adaptive, and creative
• Innovative and improvement-oriented
• Responsive to work variability and interruptions