Urgent Home-First Therapy Lead (OT/Physio)

East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust; St Leonards; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in the UK is seeking a Specialist UCR-VW Therapist to enhance patient outcomes through a robust community response model. You'll deliver urgent therapy, support care planning, and promote a multi-disciplinary approach. Ideal candidates hold a BSc/MSc in Occupational Therapy or Physiotherapy, with current HCPC registration and clinical experience in acute or community settings. A proactive team-focused attitude is crucial for this role, which offers a variety of staff benefits and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

NHS pension scheme

Onsite parking for £50 per year

Access to staff restaurants and nurseries

Free psychological support

Qualifications

• Current registration with HCPC.
• Clinical experience in acute or community settings.
• Experience of using client-centred goals.

Responsibilities

• Deliver a 2-hour urgent community response to help prevent hospital admissions.
• Support virtual ward services and contribute to care planning.
• Lead with service development and audit activities.

Skills

Strong assessment skills

Excellent verbal communication

Motivated to work flexibly

Ability to organise and prioritise workload

Education

BSc / MSc in Occupational Therapy or Physiotherapy

Job description

A healthcare provider in the UK is seeking a Specialist UCR-VW Therapist to enhance patient outcomes through a robust community response model. You'll deliver urgent therapy, support care planning, and promote a multi-disciplinary approach. Ideal candidates hold a BSc/MSc in Occupational Therapy or Physiotherapy, with current HCPC registration and clinical experience in acute or community settings. A proactive team-focused attitude is crucial for this role, which offers a variety of staff benefits and opportunities for professional development.