Specialist Occupational Therapist

Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust; Exeter; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading healthcare provider as an Occupational Therapist in Exeter. You will manage patient rehabilitation and support a multidisciplinary team, focusing on improving independence and quality of life for patients. This full-time role offers the chance to make a positive impact in a vibrant community setting.

Qualifications

• Must be a qualified Occupational Therapist.
• Experience or knowledge in rehabilitation is essential.
• Ability to work in a multidisciplinary team environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of patients using evidence-based principles.
• Supervise assistants and students to enhance service delivery.
• Engage with patients in their homes to support rehabilitation.

Skills

Patient care

Rehabilitation techniques

Team collaboration

Education

Qualification in Occupational Therapy

Job description

About Us

Stretching across Northern, Eastern, and Mid Devon, we have a workforce of over 15,000 staff, making us the largest employer in Devon. Our core services, which we provide to more than 615,000 people, cover over 2,000 square miles across Devon. Some of our specialist services extend across the entire peninsula, reaching Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly.

We deliver a wide range of emergency, specialist, and general medical services through North Devon District Hospital and the Royal Devon and Exeter Hospital (Wonford). Alongside our two acute hospitals, we provide integrated health and social care services across various settings, including community inpatient hospitals, outpatient clinics, and people's homes. We also offer primary care services, specialist community services, and Sexual Assault Referral Centres (SARC).

Our state-of-the-art equipment, leading technologies, and strong links to local universities position us at the forefront of research and innovation, enabling us to provide world-class care to our communities.

Our values are central to everything we do. Click here to find out more.

It has never been a more exciting time to join the Royal Devon, as you will help shape our services during our ongoing integration journey.

Role Summary

Manage a caseload of patients with diverse needs, using evidence-based, patient-centred principles to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate interventions.

Supervise assistants and students.

Participate in planning, developing, and evaluating the therapy service.

Be part of an interdependent multidisciplinary team to ensure that patient care and treatment plans are well integrated.

The post holder will receive professional support and guidance from their Line Manager and Professional Lead.

About the Role

For more information on the Job Description and Responsibilities, please click the link below.

We are seeking dynamic, enthusiastic Occupational Therapists with a passion for rehabilitation to join our Community Rehabilitation Team. The position is full-time (37.5 hours) and involves supporting and participating in a 7-day service delivery. The role is based at Exmouth Hospital, located near one of Devon's longest beaches and 12 miles from Exeter. Our catchment area includes rural locations like Budleigh Salterton and Woodbury.

At WEB, we are committed to staff development and creating a positive working environment. We seek a forward-thinking, team-oriented Occupational Therapist to join our friendly team. You will work alongside Physiotherapists, Occupational Therapists, and Rehabilitation Support Workers within WEB-Community Therapy teams, working with patients in their homes with long-term conditions, including complex neurology and falls.

We have support from GPs, Social Care, MSK, Speech and Language, and Podiatry teams on-site. We also have close links with the Royal Devon and Exeter Hospital's acute teams and on-site Urgent Community Response and Community Ward teams. There will be opportunities to work across teams based on service needs. Our focus is on maximizing patient independence and quality of life through assessment, rehabilitation, preventing hospital admissions, and supporting hospital discharge.

This is a unique opportunity to develop your skills within the community. We welcome applications from those eager to join a friendly, passionate multidisciplinary team.

You must be able to travel between locations within specified time frames.

Working Pattern: 22.5 hours

Interview Date: 24th June 2025

For further information, please contact: Vijay Selvaraj, Therapy Manager at 01395282102, [e-mail], or Amy Lee, OT Clinical Lead at [e-mail].

Pay: The salary reflects the Agenda for Change 2025/6 rates, including a 3.6% pay award to be implemented later this year. If you join before the implementation, the pay award will be backdated to your start date. Until then, remuneration is based on 2024/5 pay bandings (Pay scales for 2024/25 | NHS Employers).

As an inclusive employer, the Royal Devon values diversity and is committed to creating a culture of inclusivity where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities and recognize the benefits of a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve.

Preference will be given to staff with 'Priority' and 'At Risk' status, including NHS At Risk staff across Devon.

The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust reserves the right to close the vacancy once sufficient applications are received.

The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust was established in April 2022, merging the expertise of the Royal Devon and Exeter NHS Foundation Trust and Northern Devon Healthcare NHS Trust.