Occupational Therapy Team Lead in Acute Neuro Team

CTI Clinical Trial and Consulting Services; Portsmouth; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading NHS Trust in Portsmouth seeks an enthusiastic Occupational Therapist to join their Acute Neuro Team. The role involves clinical leadership, managing diverse patient needs, and collaborating across teams to enhance care delivery. Ideal candidates will have substantial experience in neurology and possess relevant qualifications, contributing to an inclusive and supportive work environment.

Benefits

Access to onsite nursery

Wellness facilities

Staff networks

Recognition awards

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years of post-graduate experience.
• 2 years in Neurology or Stroke settings.
• Driver with access to a car and business insurance.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical and operational leadership.
• Manage a varied caseload and develop discharge plans.
• Contribute to patient pathway planning and service development.

Skills

Leadership

Collaboration

Supervision

Data Presentation

Education

Degree/diploma in Occupational Therapy

HCPC registration

Member of RCOT

Post-graduate training relevant to neurology/stroke

Job description

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Occupational Therapy Team Lead in Acute Neuro Team, Portsmouth

Client: Portsmouth Hospitals University NHS Trust

Location: Portsmouth, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: 44a3ee2f064a

Job Views: 5

Posted: 02.06.2025

Expiry Date: 17.07.2025

Job Description:

We are looking for an enthusiastic and innovative Occupational Therapist to join our established Acute Neuro Team (ANT) at the Queen Alexandra Hospital, Portsmouth.

The Acute Neuro Team is an integrated multi-disciplinary team providing a neurological service to acute patients with diagnoses such as acquired brain injury, Guillain-Barre Syndrome, encephalitis, and other neurological conditions.

You will provide clinical and operational leadership, manage a varied caseload, conduct assessments, deliver treatments, and develop discharge plans. You will also contribute to patient pathway planning and service development initiatives.

This role involves working closely with other therapy leads and teams to deliver high-quality care and training, supporting professional development in neurology.

Applicants should have at least 4 years of post-graduate experience, with 2 years in Neurology or Stroke, and be a driver with access to a car with business insurance.

We support flexible working arrangements, including full-time or part-time roles. For an informal discussion, please contact us via email.

Qualifications (Essential):

• Degree/diploma in Occupational Therapy
• HCPC registration
• Member of RCOT
• Post-graduate training relevant to neurology/stroke

Experience (Essential):

• Minimum 2 years in an acute hospital setting
• Experience in audit, data presentation, and working with regional/national networks
• Supervision and mentorship of junior staff and students
• Leadership and collaboration skills

Additional benefits include access to onsite nursery, wellness facilities, staff networks, and recognition awards. We value diversity and inclusion in our workforce.