Orthopaedic Occupational Therapist - Devon

Pulse Healthcare; Devon and Torbay; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Pulse Healthcare is seeking an experienced Band 6 Specialist Occupational Therapist to join the MSK & OT Inpatients Department at Northern Devon District Hospital in Devon. The role focuses on providing specialist OT interventions for orthopaedics, supporting recovery and facilitating safe discharges.

HCPC registration is required, with proven experience in orthopaedics and MSK inpatient care. Excellent communication and teamwork skills, plus the ability to work autonomously and manage a varied

Qualifications

• HCPC registration as an Occupational Therapist.
• Proven experience in orthopaedics and MSK inpatient care.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to work autonomously and manage a varied caseload.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality occupational therapy interventions for musculoskeletal and orthopaedic patients.
• Complete functional assessments and develop rehabilitation plans.
• Support discharge planning and liaise with the multidisciplinary team.
• Promote independence and optimize patient outcomes through evidence-based practice.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Autonomous working

MSK inpatient care

Job description

Orthopaedic Occupational Therapist - Devon

Band 6 Specialist Occupational Therapist – Orthopaedics

Our client is seeking an experienced Band 6 Specialist Occupational Therapist to join their MSK & OT Inpatients Department at Northern Devon District Hospital. This role focuses on providing specialist occupational therapy interventions for patients within orthopaedics, supporting recovery and facilitating safe discharges.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver high-quality occupational therapy interventions for patients with musculoskeletal and orthopaedic conditions.
• Complete functional assessments and develop individualized rehabilitation plans.
• Support discharge planning and liaise with the multidisciplinary team.
• Promote independence and optimize patient outcomes through evidence-based practice.

Requirements:

• HCPC registration as an Occupational Therapist.
• Proven experience in orthopaedics and MSK inpatient care.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to work autonomously and manage a varied caseload.

Why Join Our Client?

• Opportunity to work within a specialist orthopaedic service.
• Supportive and collaborative team environment.
• Competitive rates and potential for contract extension.