Senior Occupational Therapist - D2A & Community Care Lead

NHS; Greater London; On-site; GBP 56,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading community health trust in Greater London seeks a highly specialist Occupational Therapist to join their Discharge to Assess and intermediate care team. This full-time role involves providing expert occupational therapy care within a multidisciplinary team, focusing on community patient needs post-discharge from hospital. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience, thrive in a dynamic environment, and possess strong clinical skills. This is an exciting opportunity for those looking to progress their career in a supportive team.

Benefits

Comprehensive induction

Flexible working options

Training, support, and development

Qualifications

• Degree or diploma in occupational therapy required.
• Registered with the Health Care Professions Council.
• 4 years post-graduate experience is essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide highly specialist occupational therapy care to community-based caseload.
• Work as a highly skilled senior practitioner to develop the service.
• Conduct robust triage of patients referred to the team.

Skills

Advanced assessment and treatment skills

Understanding of complex medical conditions

Experience in community work

Ability to supervise and teach

Education

Degree or diploma in occupational therapy

Registered with the Health Care Professions Council

Leadership and management training

Tools

EMIS clinical system

Job description

A leading community health trust in Greater London seeks a highly specialist Occupational Therapist to join their Discharge to Assess and intermediate care team. This full-time role involves providing expert occupational therapy care within a multidisciplinary team, focusing on community patient needs post-discharge from hospital. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience, thrive in a dynamic environment, and possess strong clinical skills. This is an exciting opportunity for those looking to progress their career in a supportive team.