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JOB SUMMARY:
- To manage a defined caseload, using evidence based/patient centred principles to assess, plan, implement and evaluate occupational therapy interventions.
- To provide leadership for junior staff, as delegated by Team lead Occupational Therapist
- To supervise Occupational therapy students on practice placements.
- To assist the Band 7 Team Leader for ensuring the provision of an exceptional standard of Occupational Therapy service, in conjunction with the multi-professional team, to meet the needs of the patients in your designated work area.
- To assist and take responsibility in the absence of the Band 7 OT Team Leader for the effective and efficient day to day running of Occupational Therapy Service
The Band 6 OT will carry out assessment (standardised or locally agreed) and plan and implement treatment programmes as appropriate for the patient and clinical area. They will also be responsible for the supervision of junior and/or therapy support staff.
This post for Band 6 Occupational Therapist Inpatient rehabilitation has opportunities to work across Inpatient services on the Chase Farm hospital & St Michael’s sites with potential to rotate into community services in future.
The Band 6 Occupational Therapist will participate in a seven day therapy service
Main duties of the job
- To assess the occupational needs of a defined patient group and establish and evaluate appropriate treatment programmes.
- To monitor, evaluate and modify treatment for patients with multiple needs in order to measure progress and ensure effectiveness of intervention.
- To participate in multi-disciplinary assessment and treatment provision.
- To select and apply occupational therapy assessments for a designated caseload, addressing occupational performance and skill deficits, enabling the patient in areas of self-maintenance, productivity and leisure.
- To be able to communicate effectively with users and carers, team members, OT colleagues and other agencies, including people who may have sensory disabilities e.g. visual and sensory impairments, speech and comprehension difficulties.
- To plan and implement individual and /or group interventions, in collaboration with the patient, using graded activity to achieve therapeutic goals.
- To provide support and education to patients and carers regarding all aspects of occupational therapy e.g. equipment fitting, rehab programmes.
- To work with patients to identify OT goals as part of the overall care plan, using standardised and local OT assessment tools.
- To contribute to taking a lead role in the overview of the discharge planning of every patient, recommending services and appropriate follow up at home. Please see the full Job Description for further details
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
- To assess the occupational needs of a defined patient group and establish and evaluate appropriate treatment programmes.
- To monitor, evaluate and modify treatment for patients with multiple needs in order to measure progress and ensure effectiveness of intervention.
- To participate in multi-disciplinary assessment and treatment provision.
- To select and apply occupational therapy assessments for a designated caseload, addressing occupational performance and skill deficits, enabling the patient in areas of self-maintenance, productivity and leisure.
- To be able to communicate effectively with users and carers, team members, OT colleagues and other agencies, including people who may have sensory disabilities e.g. visual and sensory impairments, speech and comprehension difficulties.
- To plan and implement individual and /or group interventions, in collaboration with the patient, using graded activity to achieve therapeutic goals.
- To provide support and education to patients and carers regarding all aspects of occupational therapy e.g. equipment fitting, rehab programmes.
- To work with patients to identify OT goals as part of the overall care plan, using standardised and local OT assessment tools.
- To contribute to taking a lead role in the overview of the discharge planning of every patient, recommending services and appropriate follow up at home. Please see the full Job Description for further details
Person specification
Other Factors
Essential
- Fluent in written and spoken English
- Car driver with valid UK driving license.
- Ability to participate in a 7-day Occupational Therapy service
- Be willing to work across trust sites & participate in rotational scheme
Desirable
- Car available for work purposes
Work Experience
Essential
- Post Registration experience relevant to clinical area - physical health setting and discharge planning.
- Experience in supervising/teaching staff/student/volunteers
- Experience of working in the NHS
- Application of the OT process from admission to discharge
- Experience of discharge planning
- Experience of equipment prescription and environmental assessments within peoples’ homes
Desirable
- Work experience within inpatient service / rehabilitation
- Lone working experience for home and access visits
- Experience of working with patient presenting with a Mental Health condition
Skills & Aptitudes
Essential
- Effective written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to relate clinical knowledge to practice
- Ability to work as part of a team
- Good organisational skills
- Ability to problem solve and use clinical reasoning effectively.
- Ability to manage own workload, prioritise and delegate.
- Negotiation skills & able to manage conflict
- Computer skills – outlook/ word/ excel/use of EPR systems
Desirable
- Group facilitation skills
- Good presentation skills.
- Appraisal and supervision skills
Education & Qualifications
Essential
- Diploma/Degree in Occupational Therapy
- Current H.C.P.C. Registration
- Evidence of ongoing relevant CPD in portfolio.
Desirable
- Post graduate modules with CPD credits
- Student clinical educator
- Member of a Special Interest Group.
Knowledge/ Awareness/ Understanding
Essential
- Understanding of needs of the frail and older inpatient group
- Knowledge of Cognitive assessments – formal & informal
- Knowledge of principles of clinical governance in healthcare delivery
- Understand Mental Capacity Act legislations and its applications
- Ability to reflect on and critically appraise own performance.
- Understanding of the O.T. process
- Ability to process and manage complex information in relation to patient care
- Ability to recognize and work with diversity.
- Have a good understanding of the legal responsibilities of the profession
Desirable
- Assessment of mood and behaviours within inpatients
- Evidence of audit.
- Knowledge of research process
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This advert is for Senior Occupational Therapist - Inpatient Rehabilitation with Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust in London, London, England. It is listed as a Band 6 Occupational Therapist role. The advertised salary is £45,953 - £54,254 Inclusive of Outer HCAS per annum. The contract type is Permanent: Includes 7 day therapy service rota. The application deadline is 03 Aug 2026.
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