Job overview
Band 5 Occupational Therapist
We are looking for motivated Occupational Therapist. We offer four monthly rotations across acute and community including Stroke.
Our friendly and supportive department provides excellent opportunities to develop your skills and knowledge within a sound framework of regular appraisal and CPD including regular IST. This post offers excellent scope for professional development. If you are looking for new challenges and to further your skills, this could be the post for you. to develop skills and knowledge and gain experience through participation in Band 5 rotation programme
Proposed Interview Date TBC
Main duties of the job
- To manage a defined caseload, using evidence based / client centered principles to assess, plan, implement and evaluate interventions in hospital and community settings, working across all specialties at Croydon NHS, which may include Elderly Care, Surgical, Orthopedics, Neuro / Stroke Unit, Medical, cardiology, Community services and reablement.
- To maintain clinical records in line with Trust and COT standards
- Actively participate in MDT.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
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Person specification
Experience
Essential
- Broad undergraduate / postgraduate experience
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Application of OT models of practice and EBP
- Effective written and verbal communication
- Knowledge and understanding of activity
Education and Qualifications
Essential
- BSc, MSc or diploma in OT
- Registered with HCPC
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This advert is for Occupational Therapist - Band 5 with Croydon Health Services NHS Trust in Thornton Heath, London, England. It is listed as a Band 5 Occupational Therapist role. The advertised salary is £36,943 - £44,900 per annum incl. of HCAS (Outer). The contract type is Permanent. The application deadline is 31 Jul 2026.
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