Occupational Therapist, Medicine Respiratory Therapy Team Lead

NHS; Bristol; On-site; GBP 47,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Bristol is seeking a Band 7 Occupational Therapist to lead the Medical Respiratory Therapy Team. This full-time, fixed-term position involves managing complex patients, supervising staff, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams. Ideal candidates will have relevant qualifications, UK registration, and leadership experience in acute care. Salary ranges from £47,810 to £54,710, with a commitment to weekend working and holidays.

Qualifications

• Experience of acute and respiratory medicine including oxygen therapy, non-invasive ventilation, and tracheostomies.
• Experience of people management and supervising junior staff and students.
• Knowledge of clinical outcome measures, audit, and change management.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise the Occupational Therapy practice within the Medical Respiratory Therapy Team.
• Manage and treat complex acute and respiratory medicine patients.
• Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams to deliver holistic patient care.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organisational skills

Education

Diploma or Degree in Occupational Therapy

HCPC UK registration

Job description

Band 7 Occupational Therapist – Medical Respiratory Therapy Team Lead (Fixed Term)

University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust (UHBW) is one of the largest acute Trusts in the country, with a combined workforce of over 13,000 staff. UHBW has been rated by the CQC as "Good" overall and we are an equal opportunities employer committed to attracting a workforce that represents the local population.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise the Occupational Therapy practice within the Medical Respiratory Therapy Team at Bristol Royal Infirmary.
• Manage and treat complex acute and respiratory medicine patients in an in‑patient environment using evidence‑based interventions.
• Challenge current practice to ensure patients receive up‑to‑date treatments and best practice outcomes.
• Teach, develop and supervise other Occupational Therapists and allied health professionals within the team.
• Oversee caseloads of other team members and manage own workload to achieve clinical targets.
• Commit to 1:4 weekend working + 2 bank holidays throughout the year.
• Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams to deliver holistic patient care.

Qualifications and Training – Essential

• Diploma or Degree in Occupational Therapy.
• HCPC UK registration.
• Experience of acute and respiratory medicine including oxygen therapy, non‑invasive ventilation and tracheostomies.
• Experience of people management and supervising junior staff and students.
• Knowledge of clinical outcome measures, audit and change management.
• Leadership, communication and organisational skills.

Qualifications and Training – Desirable

• Evidence of further qualification (MSc or equivalent) in OT or respiratory.
• Member of RCOT.
• Management & leadership training.
• Member of local or national Clinical Interest Group.
• Previous experience of working as a Band 7 occupational therapist.

Employment Details

• Fixed term – 11 months (end date 25/10/2026).
• Full time – 37.5 hours per week.
• Band 7 – Salary £47,810 to £54,710 a year pro rata.
• Location – Bristol Royal Infirmary, Upper Maudlin Street, Bristol BS2 8HW.