Rotational Occupational Therapist - Acute to Rehab (NHS)

The Methodist Church in Britain; South Shields; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Dartford and Gravesham NHS Trust seeks a rotational Occupational Therapist to support clinical assessment and inpatient treatment across multiple specialties. You will contribute to safe discharges and rotate between sites to broaden clinical experience.

Strong communication, evidence-based practice and teamwork are essential, with HCPC registration and right to work in the UK required. CPD and supervision are encouraged as part of a structured rotation.

Qualifications

• Diploma or degree in Occupational Therapy.
• Broad undergraduate experience across core OT specialities.
• Experience working within an MDT and effective team working.
• HCPC registration and right to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical assessment and treatment for inpatients.
• Support safe and effective discharge from hospital.
• Rotate between KMMH and Dartford and Gravesham NHS Trust across listed specialties.
• Engage in CPD such as band 5 peer support and clinical supervision.

Skills

Discussing clinical reasoning

Communicating complex information

Self-directed learning

Stress management

Evidence-based practice

IT skills (hospital databases, Word, …

Education

Diploma or degree in Occupational Therapy

HCPC registration

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Hospital databases

Job description

Dartford and Gravesham NHS Trust seeks a rotational Occupational Therapist to support clinical assessment and inpatient treatment across multiple specialties. You will contribute to safe discharges and rotate between sites to broaden clinical experience.

Strong communication, evidence-based practice and teamwork are essential, with HCPC registration and right to work in the UK required. CPD and supervision are encouraged as part of a structured rotation.