Band 6 Senior Occupational Therapist - Neuro

Atlantis Medical Ltd; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider seeks an experienced Band 6 Neuro Occupational Therapist to deliver high-quality services to patients with complex neurological conditions. This role involves assessing, treating, and planning discharges for patients, working collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team. The ideal candidate will have strong clinical reasoning skills and a passion for patient care, making a meaningful impact in the rehabilitation journey of individuals facing significant challenges. Join a dynamic team dedicated to fostering professional growth and excellence in patient care.

Qualifications

• HCPC-registered Occupational Therapist with NHS experience.
• Proven experience in neurology and critical care settings.

Responsibilities

• Assess and treat patients with complex physical and cognitive needs.
• Deliver client-centred OT interventions using evidence-based practices.
• Guide junior staff on complex cases within a multidisciplinary team.

Skills

Clinical Reasoning

Communication Skills

Teamwork

Occupational Therapy

Neurology Experience

Education

HCPC Registration

Job description

Band 6 Senior Occupational Therapist - Neuro

Minimum 6 months NHS experience is mandatory

Band: Band 6

Job Role: Senior Occupational Therapist - Neuro

Location: Queen Mary's Hospital, Roehampton, St George's NHS Trust

Pay Rates: GBP20 - GBP24 per hour

Pay Mechanism: Direct Engagement

Contract Duration: 08/05/2025 - 31/05/2025

About the Trust:

St George's NHS Trust is renowned for its dedication to delivering exceptional healthcare services, supporting both patients and staff with a collaborative and innovative approach. The trust prides itself on being one of the largest and busiest healthcare providers in London, fostering professional growth and excellence.

Job Overview:

We are seeking an experienced Band 6 Neuro Occupational Therapist to provide high-quality OT services to patients with complex neurological conditions. The role involves working on general neurology and cardiac wards, with potential exposure to critical care and high dependency units.

Role and Responsibilities:

1. Assess, treat, and plan the discharge of patients with complex physical, cognitive, and emotional needs, including those with terminal diagnoses.
2. Deliver client-centred occupational therapy interventions using evidence-based practices.
3. Take responsibility for a specialist caseload while providing guidance to junior staff on complex cases.
4. Work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team to ensure effective patient care and rehabilitation.

Requirements:

1. HCPC-registered Occupational Therapist with previous NHS or equivalent experience.
2. Proven experience in neurology, critical care, or related settings.
3. Strong clinical reasoning skills to manage a complex caseload independently.
4. Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.

Please reply with your updated CV and job reference number BS/18008/OT1.