Rotational Occupational Therapist

NHS; Manchester; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A large NHS Trust in England is seeking an Occupational Therapist to join their dedicated therapy team in Manchester. The role involves monitoring care plans, assessing patients, and collaborating with other health professionals to deliver exceptional care. Candidates should possess a recognised degree in occupational therapy and excellent communication skills. This position offers an opportunity to work in various specialties with a commitment to continuous professional development and patient advocacy.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• Experience of the NHS healthcare system.
• Knowledge of occupational therapy assessment and treatment.
• Commitment to interdisciplinary and multi-disciplinary team working.

Responsibilities

• Monitor & review occupational therapy care plans.
• Maintain accurate & comprehensive records.
• Examine & assess patients effectively.

Skills

Excellent interpersonal skills

Good organisational skills

Effective written communication

Ability to work as part of a team

Education

Recognised BSc Honors degree in OT or equivalent

Health and Care Professions Council registration

Job description

Job Summary

Join MFT as an Occupational Therapist where we're proud to empower our patients to achieve their goals & enjoy life to the full. We have a vacancy in our Band 5 rotation based in North Manchester General, with access to community rotations in stroke, community neuro and intermediate care. Whether you favour working in the hospital or the community, it's all here for you. Come and join our rotation and gain invaluable exposure & choose the specialism for you, you'll boost your Occupational Therapy career at one of the largest NHS Trusts in England. And, as we continually strive to improve services for our patients, families, & our teams too, you'll use the biggest digital EPR system of its kind; 'Hive' to drive a culture of exciting innovation.

With a commitment to multi-disciplinary working to achieve the best possible care to our patients, you'll join a dedicated integrated therapy team alongside physiotherapists, speech & language therapists, and Rehabilitation Assistants. Moreover, using your practiced knowledge of occupational therapy assessment & treatment technique, you'll provide expert advice to ensure our patients gain full understanding, cooperation, compliance, and consent.

Let's tell you more about why MFT is the best career move to kickstart your career, if you're dedicated to providing the best possible care across Greater Manchester and beyond, with the skills, knowledge & values that match ours.

Main Duties

Importantly, with a recognised degree in occupational therapy or equivalent & registered with the Health & Care Professionals Council, you'll monitor & review occupational therapy care plans against outcome measures & adjust care plans to facilitate achievement of goals.

With strong organisational, planning & prioritisation skills, you'll maintain accurate & comprehensive records of assessment & treatment in line with Royal College of Occupational Therapy national standards & local policy.

You'll effectively examine & assess patients, identifying their problems & needs ensuring that medical, psychological, social, environmental & cultural factors are taken in to account.

What's more, with a flexible attitude & the ability to adapt working in different specialties & different environments, you'll maintain a calm & professional approach to all duties participating in weekend rota.

It goes without saying, as a naturally empathetic individual with excellent communication & interpersonal skills, you'll build rapport & demonstrate compassion towards patients & carers, providing effective advice to individuals during difficult circumstances.

Finally, as a problem solver, with well-developed concentration & analytical skills, you'll utilise examination & assessment findings to competently plan & carry out realistic programmes of treatment from a range of therapeutic options appropriate to each patient using evidence-based practice.

About Us

Join Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT) and become part of a 30,000 plus strong team, delivering exceptional care to over 1 million people every year. As the largest provider of specialist services, and our Oxford Road Campus in Manchester, the largest health academic campus in Europe, we are forward-thinking, committed to clinical excellence and driven to deliver innovation, and continuous improvement. Whether you're beginning your career or taking the next step, MFT offers a stimulating and supportive environment where your contribution truly matters. Our Hive Electronic Patient Record system enables safer, smarter, and more efficient ways of working - empowering you to deliver the best possible outcomes for our patients. You'll be part of a collaborative, multi-disciplinary community, working alongside professionals from a wide range of clinical backgrounds. Together, we push boundaries, share knowledge, and deliver care that transforms lives. At MFT, you'll find a workplace where everyone is respected, supported, and encouraged to thrive. We offer clear clinical pathways for professional development, helping you grow your skills and achieve your ambitions. Your journey at MFT is more than a job - it's an opportunity to make a lasting impact. We'll support you as you shape the future of healthcare, one patient at a time.

Responsibilities

The key responsibilities and specific skills required are detailed in the attached Job Description & Person Specification. The Attachment provides details about the Trust, our benefits and outlines how we care for you as you care for others. Most importantly, it also contains critical information you need to be aware of before you submit an application form. Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in your application is encouraged but all content of your application should be written by you.

We are committed to fairness, transparency, and personal integrity. All applicants must ensure that their job applications reflect their own experiences, skills, and motivations. AI tools can support spelling, grammar, or formatting but we expect that the content of your application, especially personal statements and responses to role-specific questions, is written by you. This helps us get to know the real you and ensures that our recruitment process remains equitable and meaningful for everyone.

Diversity Matters. MFT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity, celebrating and valuing diversity and eliminating any form of unlawful discrimination across our workforce, ensuring our people are truly representative of the communities we serve. All individuals regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation are encouraged to apply for this post. As an inclusive employer, we are here to support you. If you have any special requirements to help you with your application, please contact the manager named below.

Person Specification

Education / Qualifications

• Recognised BSc Honors degree in OT or equivalent
• Health and Care Professions Council registration

Desirable qualifications

• Registered member of the British Association of Occupational Therapists

Clinical Skills / Abilities

• Excellent interpersonal skills and communication skills
• Good organisational / planning / prioritisation skills
• Ability to work as part of a team
• Effective written communication skills e.g. clinical records, reports to other health care professionals and external agencies

Knowledge / Experience

• Experience of the NHS healthcare system (or equivalent healthcare system)
• Experience within acute, rehabilitation and community settings
• Knowledge of occupational therapy assessment and treatment technique
• Knowledge of local and national policies and procedures e.g. Manual Handling, College of Occupational Therapists/Health and Care Professionals Council Code of Conduct/Ethics, Health and Safety, Infection Control, CPR, Equality and Diversity
• Evidence of Continual Professional Development
• Experience of and commitment to interdisciplinary and multi-disciplinary team working.
• Aware of the principles of audit, research, clinical effectiveness and evidence based practice
• Demonstrate knowledge of safeguarding practices relevant to the clinical area

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Diversity and Equality

Diversity Matters. MFT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity, celebrating and valuing diversity and eliminating any form of unlawful discrimination across our workforce, ensuring our people are truly representative of the communities we serve.

Employer Details

Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust

North Manchester General Hospital

Delaunays Road

Manchester

M8 5RB

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