Specialist Occupational Therapist - Rotational

NHS; London; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Occupational Therapist for a Band 6 Rotation at a renowned tertiary hospital. This exciting role offers the chance to work with children and young people across various specialty areas, including neurology, orthopaedics, and oncology. The successful candidate will join a supportive team, benefit from leadership development opportunities, and engage in flexible, autonomous clinical practice. If you are passionate about making a difference in pediatric care and thrive in a multidisciplinary environment, this position is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Experience in providing occupational therapy assessments and interventions.
• Ability to work with children and young people in a tertiary setting.

Responsibilities

• Deliver occupational therapy in acute wards and outpatient clinics.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams for exemplary care.

Skills

Occupational Therapy

Communication Skills

Clinical Reasoning

Team Collaboration

Flexibility

Education

Degree in Occupational Therapy

Tools

Pan Hospital Wheelchair Service

Job description

Job summary

The Occupational Therapy Department at Great Ormond Street Hospital has a vacancy in our newly established Band 6 Rotation. This exciting opportunity allows you to work in a renowned tertiary hospital with children and young people across various specialty areas:

• Acute Neurology and Neurosurgery
• Orthopaedics
• Rheumatology and Neurodisability (Movement Disorders)
• Cardiac and Respiratory
• Oncology
• International and Private Patient Care (Mixed caseload, mainly neurology and oncology)
• Pain

You will join a team of seven Band 6 Occupational Therapists within a department of 35, supported by a Band 7 Therapist through regular supervision. Opportunities for leadership development and clinical growth are available for passionate candidates interested in acute Paediatrics.

Main duties include providing occupational therapy assessments and interventions in one of the seven specialty areas, working alongside multidisciplinary teams to deliver exemplary care for children and young people with complex conditions.

The role involves working on acute wards, outpatient clinics, and offering various interventions both individually and with other professionals. Flexibility, autonomous clinical reasoning, and excellent communication skills are essential. Liaison with local services is crucial for continuity of care and safe discharge. Experience with the Pan Hospital Wheelchair Service and assessing for wheelchairs and seating systems is highly beneficial.

We seek a dynamic, forward-thinking individual with the competencies to work effectively with children and young people, maximizing occupational engagement in a tertiary setting.