Description
We are seeking a compassionate, motivated Occupational Therapist to join our Rehabilitation & Wellbeing Team at Community Hospice. As a Senior Occupational Therapist, you will use your skills to help individuals with complex and changing needs maintain independence, manage change, and stay connected to everyday life.
The role involves working across our inpatient unit, outpatient services, and patients' homes. You will collaborate with our physiotherapist, rehabilitation and wellbeing assistants, nurses, and wider multidisciplinary team to provide specialist occupational therapy expertise.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Supporting people to maintain daily routines, participate in meaningful activities, and manage the impact of their illness
- Adapting everyday tasks and arranging equipment to support discharge home and working with families and carers
- Guiding and supporting assistants and volunteers, sharing knowledge with colleagues and students, and contributing to developing our rehabilitation and wellbeing services
To be successful in this role, you will need:
- A qualified Occupational Therapist with current HCPC registration and RCOT membership
- Experience of supporting people with complex healthcare or rehabilitation needs
- Confidence in assessing functional needs, planning interventions, and managing your own caseload
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to work sensitively with patients, families, and carers
- A practical, adaptable approach to helping people achieve their goals
We offer:
- A rewarding senior clinical role within a supportive and friendly team
- Varied work across inpatient, outpatient, and community settings
- Opportunities to shape occupational therapy provision and contribute to service development
- Ongoing training, supervision, and professional development
The salary for this role is £36,291.78 to £47,808.87 per year.