Occupational Therapist (Discharge to Assess Team) - Slough

Pertemps; Slough; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare staffing agency is seeking an experienced Occupational Therapist to join the Discharge to Assess team in Slough. The role focuses on supporting timely hospital discharges and ensuring safe transitions of care. Candidates must be HCPC registered and have experience in discharge assessments and working with health professionals. This is a full-time locum position offering £29.44 per hour.

Qualifications

• HCPC registration as an Occupational Therapist is mandatory.
• Experience in Discharge to Assess or intermediate care teams is required.
• Familiarity with discharge pathways and community resources.

Responsibilities

• Support and complete Trusted Assessments.
• Screen and process hospital discharges according to D2A protocols.
• Collaborate with health and social care professionals for discharge planning.
• Promote reablement and independence in discharge support.

Skills

Strong clinical reasoning

Assessment skills

Collaborative working

Education

HCPC registered Occupational Therapist

Job description

Job Title: D2A Occupational Therapist (Discharge to Assess Team)
Location: Slough Borough Council
Rate: £29.44 per hour (Umbrella)
Contract Type: Locum / Temporary
Working Hours: Full-time
Agency: Pertemps Social Care

About the Role:
Pertemps Social Care is seeking an experienced Occupational Therapist to join Slough Council’s Discharge to Assess (D2A) team. This essential role involves supporting timely hospital discharges and applying professional clinical judgment to ensure safe and appropriate transitions of care.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support and complete Trusted Assessments as required
• Use clinical expertise to screen and process hospital discharges in line with D2A protocols
• Work collaboratively with health and social care professionals to ensure effective discharge planning
• Promote reablement and independence as part of discharge support

Requirements:

• HCPC registered Occupational Therapist
• Previous experience in D2A, hospital discharge, or intermediate care teams
• Strong clinical reasoning and assessment skills
• Understanding of current discharge pathways and community resources

To Apply:
Email your CV to [e-mail]