Occupational Therapist - Intermediate Care - Barrow-in-Furness - Sanctuary Personal

Sanctuary Personnel Ltd; Barrow-in-Furness; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An award-winning recruitment agency is seeking a Band 7 Occupational Therapist for a locum position in Barrow-in-Furness, offering a competitive hourly rate of £30. This role involves assessing therapy needs, providing rehabilitation, and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team within a supportive community environment. Ideal candidates will have a relevant degree and recent NHS experience.

Benefits

Flexible locum work

Collaborative team environment

Variety in practice opportunities

Qualifications

• Recent UK NHS experience as an Occupational Therapist.
• Registered with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC).

Responsibilities

• Screen new referrals to the unit in collaboration with the social worker.
• Assess residents for therapy needs, including environmental and home visits as needed.
• Attend and actively participate in MDT meetings.
• Provide effective therapy input and rehabilitation for patients.
• Collaborate with the Physio and OT therapy assistant to deliver comprehensive care.

Skills

Assessment skills

Effective communication

Collaboration

Education

Degree in Occupational Therapy

Tools

EMIS

Lorenzo

Job description

Occupational Therapist – Intermediate Care

Locum Job Opportunity: Band 7 Occupational Therapist within Intermediate Care in Barrow in Furness (UK), earning £30 hourly, ongoing contract.

Embark on a rewarding journey as a Band 7 Occupational Therapist in Barrow in Furness. This is an ongoing locum contract offering a competitive hourly rate of £30. Core hours are 08:30–16:30, Monday to Friday, with optional extended day 08:00–18:30. This full-time role supports the Integrated Community Therapy Team, the Intermediate Care Unit, and the Discharge to Assess team. You’ll screen new referrals, assess therapy needs, and participate in multidisciplinary team (MDT) meetings.

Perks and benefits:

• Flexible locum work: choose when and where you work.
• Weekday core hours with option for extended days; weekend roster available.
• Collaborative team environment with a Physio and an OT therapy assistant, guided by a therapy team lead and clinical lead.
• Variety in practice for ongoing or contract-only opportunities.

What you will do:

• Screen new referrals to the unit in collaboration with the social worker.
• Assess residents for therapy needs, including environmental and home visits as needed.
• Attend and actively participate in MDT meetings.
• Provide effective therapy input and rehabilitation for patients.
• Collaborate with the Physio and OT therapy assistant to deliver comprehensive care.
• Write detailed notes using EMIS and Lorenzo.
• Perform community visits; driving is essential.
• Occasionally cover other service streams, including home assessments and supporting the inpatient team or wellness centre.

Requirements of the Occupational Therapist:

• Degree or equivalent in Occupational Therapy
• Recent UK NHS experience as an Occupational Therapist
• Registered with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC)

Discover Barrow in Furness, a coastal town with a friendly community atmosphere, offering an ideal place to live and work. Uncover new career opportunities in this dynamic and supportive role.

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