Specialist Occupational Therapist - Stroke Pathway

TN United Kingdom; Doncaster; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits as a Band 6 Occupational Therapist within a leading teaching hospital's stroke pathway. Join a dedicated multidisciplinary team committed to delivering high-quality rehabilitation across multiple sites. This role offers significant development opportunities, including participation in innovative projects aimed at enhancing patient care. With robust support for continuing professional development, you will play a crucial role in shaping the future of stroke therapy while working within one of the UK's leading integrated care systems. If you are passionate about making a difference in patient lives, this role is for you.

Qualifications

• Must have HCPC registration and a degree in Occupational Therapy.
• Postgraduate experience in Stroke and Neurology is essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialist Occupational therapy to patients in a multidisciplinary team.
• Support clinical leads and contribute to service development and quality improvement.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Communication Skills

Teamwork

Flexibility

Education

Degree/Diploma in Occupational Therapy

Postgraduate Training in a Specialist Area

HCPC Registration

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Specialist Occupational Therapist - Stroke Pathway, Doncaster

Client:

Doncaster and Bassetlaw Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Location:

Doncaster, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Reference:

f5169e871495

Job Views:

22

Posted:

05.05.2025

Expiry Date:

19.06.2025

Job Description:

Job overview

Rotational Band 6 Occupational Therapist - 0.8wte (30 hpw)

This is an exciting opportunity to become a Band 6 Occupational Therapist in the A-rated Stroke pathway at Doncaster and Bassetlaw Teaching Hospitals (DBTH).

DBTH comprises three geographical sites (Doncaster, Bassetlaw, and Montagu Hospitals), and the successful applicant will rotate through all sites delivering high-quality care as part of a dedicated MDT in Stroke and Neurology.

Rotation includes:

• Inpatient Stroke Rehabilitation - Montagu Hospital / Bassetlaw Hospital

Successful applicants will work with the MDT to provide specialist Occupational therapy to patients of the highest quality across a 7-day rota. There is full senior support with a structured supervision process in place.

Main duties of the job

As a Band 6, the post holder will play a key role in ongoing service review, development, and delivery across the Trust’s stroke and neurology pathways. Opportunities to participate in quality improvement and innovation projects will be available. This is an exciting time to join the stroke pathway at DBTH with significant development opportunities to enhance rehabilitation facilities using augmented technology to improve patient experience and care at the Montagu site.

We have robust CPD and appraisal processes, and you will be supported to develop your clinical and non-clinical skills.

The successful applicant will have at least 18 months experience working as a Band 5 Occupational Therapist, with postgraduate experience in Stroke and Neurology.

The post holder will support clinical leads, the Therapy manager, and existing Band 6 Occupational Therapists with operational management across the stroke and neurology pathway. They will contribute to education, training, and development of Band 5 Therapists, Therapy Assistants, multidisciplinary staff, and students. The role includes quality improvement and service evaluation, including audits.

As part of a regional stroke delivery network, the successful applicant will develop links with other Therapists within the region.

Working for our organization

As a teaching hospital, the Trust promotes research and development, offering opportunities to develop innovative working methods. Being part of the South Yorkshire and Bassetlaw Regional Stroke Service provides the chance to work within one of the leading integrated care systems in the country, collaborating to deliver high-quality, timely stroke treatment and care across Barnsley, Bassetlaw, Doncaster, Rotherham, and Sheffield.

The Clinical Therapy Service at DBTH comprises a team of Allied Health Professionals committed to excellence in patient care and rehabilitation. The successful candidate will join a supportive, inclusive, and innovative team dedicated to continuing professional development and fostering a culture that champions positive health and well-being.

Person specification

Interpersonal skills

• Ability to present information clearly, accurately, and logically
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Positive ‘can do’ attitude
• Flexibility in approach to work
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Qualification / Training

• HCPC Registration
• Postgraduate training in a specialist area
• Degree/diploma in Occupational Therapy
• Full driving license and access to own vehicle
• Portfolio evidence of relevant experience
• Specialist training in cognition, perception, and normal movement
• Basic first-line management or leadership training
• Student Accreditation Course

Experience

• Postgraduate experience in Stroke and Neurology
• Experience working in multidisciplinary teams
• Experience supervising or appraising junior/support staff
• Experience across different specialties
• At least 18 months experience as a Band 5 Occupational Therapist
• Participation in service development and quality improvement projects
• Experience of cross-boundary professional working, e.g., with physiotherapy

Other

• Reasonable physical fitness to perform all duties