Occupational Therapist - Clinical Advisor

SJB Medical; Rochester; Presencial; GBP 34.000 - 46.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

33 days annual leave (incl. bankhols)

Company pension scheme

RCOT Membership

Structured training and development

Annual appraisal and career planning

Descripción de la vacante

sjb medical is seeking an experienced Occupational Therapist to join our Community Equipment Service (CES) team. You will work with senior management, commissioners and operational staff to ensure timely access to the right equipment while driving efficiency and best practice across the service.

This role offers an excellent opportunity to lead clinically, contribute to governance, catalogue development and ongoing professional development within a dynamic, client‑focussed environment.

Formación

• Degree or Diploma in Occupational Therapy.
• HCPC registration is required.
• Significant post-qualification experience at a senior level.
• Experience in Community Equipment Services.

Responsabilidades

• Provide specialist clinical advice to CES prescribers on clinical reasoning, risk management and safeguarding.
• Review and authorise specialist equipment orders and promote use of recycled specialist equipment to maximise value.
• Develop clinical governance, prescription criteria, policies and procedures in line with national guidance.
• Contribute to the development and review of the TCES equipment catalogue, including Close Technical Equivalents (CTEs).
• Deliver training, familiarisation and equipment demonstration sessions for prescribers.
• Undertake audits and service improvement projects to reduce risk, improve efficiency and generate savings.
• Collaborate with CES managers, commissioners, health and social care professionals and suppliers to improve future equipment provision.

Conocimientos

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Organisational skills

Driving licence

Educación

Degree or Diploma in Occupational Therapy

HCPC registration

Descripción del empleo

Hours: 37.5 hours per week Monday to Friday

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Occupational Therapist to join our clients Community Equipment Service (CES) team.

This is a varied and impactful role where you will work closely with senior management, commissioners, referrers, and operational teams to deliver a person-centred equipment service. You will play a key role in ensuring individuals have timely access to the right equipment, while driving efficiency, sustainability, and best practice across the service.

This is an excellent opportunity for a clinician with strong clinical expertise, service development experience, and a passion for improving outcomes through innovative equipment solutions.

What you'll do

• Provide specialist clinical advice to CES prescribers on:
• Clinical reasoning, risk management and safeguarding
• Catalogue use and service pathways
• Review and authorise specialist equipment orders, maximising use of recycled special equipment (RSPs) to ensure value for money.
• Support and develop clinical governance, prescription criteria, policies and procedures in line with national guidance.
• Contribute to the development and review of the TCES equipment catalogue, including identifying Close Technical Equivalents (CTEs).
• Deliver training, familiarisation and equipment demonstration sessions for prescribers.
• Undertake audits, service improvement projects and data analysis to reduce risk, improve efficiency and generate savings.
• Work collaboratively with CES managers, commissioners, health and social care professionals and suppliers to improve future equipment provision.

What We're Looking For:

• Degree or Diploma in Occupational Therapy
• HCPC registration
• Significant post-qualification experience at a senior level
• Strong experience within Community Equipment Services
• Knowledge of clinical governance, legislation, and equipment provision
• Excellent communication, analytical, and organisational skills
• Full UK driving licence
• 33 days annual leave (including bank holidays)
• Company pension scheme
• RCOT Membership
• Structured training and development opportunities
• Annual appraisal and career development planning

Why sjb medical?

sjb medical's vision is simple yet unique: to bring search and selection, and medical expertise together to provide a unique resourcing service to the healthcare sector. We take pride and great care in providing our healthcare candidates with the best possible support throughout their recruitment journey. We understand that a diverse workforce is essential to our clients' success and promotion of equality, diversity and fairness in our recruitment process is paramount.