Occupational Therapist

NHS Professionals; Harlow; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider located in Harlow is seeking a skilled Occupational Therapist to join their team. The role involves delivering high-quality assessments and therapies to inpatients, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, and contributing to patient independence. Candidates must hold a degree in Occupational Therapy, have HCPC registration, and experience in acute settings. This position offers a dynamic work environment at Princess Alexandra Hospital.

Qualifications

• Graduated Diploma and/or degree in Occupational Therapy.
• Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) Registration.
• Experience in Acute Inpatients.
• Trained in Moving Handling & Basic Life Support (BLS).

Responsibilities

• Manage a defined caseload using assessments and formulate problem lists.
• Implement Occupational Therapy interventions for optimal patient independence.
• Plan, prioritize, and manage workload effectively.
• Document treatment outcomes and update care plans.
• Advise on environmental adaptations for patient safety.

Skills

Assessments and Treatments

Independent Work

Collaboration with MDT

Clinical Reasoning

Education

Diploma or Degree in Occupational Therapy

Tools

SystmOne

Job description

Job Summary

An excellent opportunity is available for Occupational Therapist to join the dynamic and supportive team at Princess Alexandra Hospital NHS Trust, located in Harlow, Essex. This role is based within the medical Occupational Therapy team and offers the opportunity to work with a diverse patient population from those who are critically unwell to individuals requiring minimal rehabilitation or professional advice. In this role, you will be responsible for delivering high-quality assessment, treatment, advice, and evaluation for patients referred to the acute inpatient Occupational Therapy Service. You will receive guidance and support to enhance your clinical expertise and leadership capabilities as you progress in your professional development.

Main Duties

As a vital member of the multi-disciplinary team, you will be responsible for delivering high-quality Occupational Therapy services to acute inpatients. You will manage a defined caseload, independently carrying out assessments, treatments, and evaluations for patients referred to the service. Working collaboratively as part of a multi-disciplinary and multi-agency team, you will operate as an autonomous professional in line with the Royal College of Occupational Therapists Code of Ethics and Professional Conduct and the Health and Care Professions Council regulations. The role involves both clinical and administrative responsibilities, carried out under the indirect supervision of a senior Occupational Therapist. You will also actively participate in Continuing Professional Development and contribute to the delivery and growth of in-service training programs.

Job Roles & Responsibilities

• To manage an agreed clinical caseload within a multidisciplinary/agency framework, undertaking assessments using both standardised and non-standardised tools, formulating problem lists, and setting goals tailored to the acute care setting.
• To select and implement appropriate Occupational Therapy interventions, using a combination of rehabilitative, developmental, and compensatory techniques to help patients achieve optimal independence.
• To plan, prioritise, and manage your own workload effectively, including delegating tasks to Occupational Therapy Assistants and supervising students, ensuring timely and effective service delivery.
• To prepare both individual and group clinical interventions, accurately documenting treatment outcomes and updating care or discharge plans based on clinical reasoning.
• To fit, adjust, and train patients in the safe use of a variety of Occupational Therapy equipment and tools, while also maintaining responsibility for their condition and appropriate usage.
• To undertake and organise access and home visits, advising on environmental adaptations that promote safety, functionality, and independence within the patients living space.
• To collaborate with patients, carers, and the wider MDT to identify and implement individualised strategies, ensuring treatment aligns with both short-term needs and long-term rehabilitation goals.

Person Specification & Qualifications

• Graduated Diploma and / or degree in Occupational Therapy.
• Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) Registration.
• Experience in SystmOne.
• Trained in Moving Handling & Basic Life Support (BLS).
• Experience in Acute Inpatients.
• UK professional registration required.
• Disclosure and Barring Service Check required.

Location

Princess Alexandra Hospital, Hamstel Road, Harlow, Essex, CM20 1QX