Band 6 Occupational Therapist – Neuro & Acute

Location:

London, United Kingdom

Salary:

£20 – £24 per hour + Direct Engagement Method of Payment

Type:

Contract

Start Date:

16/12/2024

Contract Period:

16/02/2025

Main Industry:

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Advertiser:

Atlantis Medical Ltd

Job ID:

131423730

Posted On:

16 December 2024

Band 6 Occupational Therapist – Neuro & Acute

(Minimum 6 months NHS experience is mandatory)

Band: Band 6
Job Role: Band 6 Occupational Therapist
Location: Barts NHS Trust, London
Pay rates: GBP20 to GBP24 per hour
Pay Mechanism: Direct Engagement
Contract Duration: 16/12/2024 – 16/02/2025

About the Trust

Barts Health NHS Trust is one of the largest NHS trusts in the UK, offering a wide range of healthcare services across East London. Known for its expertise in acute, specialist, and community care, the trust is committed to enhancing health outcomes and delivering exceptional patient experiences.

Job Overview

This role focuses on the assessment, treatment, and rehabilitation of patients with neurological and neurosurgical conditions. The Band 6 Occupational Therapist will manage a complex caseload and play a pivotal role in helping patients regain independence and improve their quality of life.

Key Responsibilities

* Handle a diverse caseload of acute neurological and neurosurgical patients.
* Conduct comprehensive assessments and develop individualized rehabilitation plans for patients with neuro trauma and other neurological conditions.
* Work collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team, including physiotherapists, speech and language therapists, and medical staff.
* Apply specialized occupational therapy interventions to facilitate recovery and support patient rehabilitation.
* Continuously monitor patient progress and adjust treatment plans to ensure optimal outcomes.
* Educate patients, families, and caregivers about rehabilitation goals and long-term management strategies.

Requirements

* HCPC-registered Occupational Therapist.
* At least 2 years of post-registration experience, with expertise in neurological and neurosurgical rehabilitation.
* Proven ability to manage a complex caseload in an acute setting.
* Experience in neuro trauma rehabilitation is highly desirable.
* Strong communication, teamwork, and organizational skills.
* Capability to work independently and within a multidisciplinary team.
* NHS or equivalent healthcare setting experience.

, please send your updated CV along with the job reference number – BS/10038/OT1.

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