Description
We are seeking an experienced Occupational Therapist to join a mixed rotation at Whittington Health. As a Senior Rotational Occupational Therapist, you will undertake Occupational Therapy assessments of patients with complex physical, psychological, and social presentations. You will provide treatment plans and deliver appropriate interventions, working autonomously and managing your own caseload.
The successful candidate will have excellent communication skills, be organised, and ready to face the challenge of working in a fast-paced environment. Previous experience of working in an acute setting is desirable, as well as prior experience or working knowledge of the UK healthcare system.
The role is fixed-term until 31st March 2027, with the potential for extension. Rotations are available across various teams, including:
- Orthopaedics
- Long length of stay rehabilitation ward
- Care of Older People
- Respiratory
- START Team - Admission Avoidance/ Early Discharge Service
- Islington Locality rehab team
- Hand Therapy
- Older adult's Dementia specialist ward - Garnett ward at the Highgate East Mental Health Centre
- Camden Rapid Access Services - Urgent Community Response, Discharge to Assess and Hospital @ Home
- St Pancras Rehabilitation Unit (SPRU) - Neuro-pathology rehabilitation
- SPRU - Musculoskeletal / Multi-pathology rehabilitation
- SPRU - Pathway 1, Early Supported Discharge Pathway
The main duties of the job include:
- Undertaking Occupational Therapy assessments of patients with complex presentations
- Providing treatment plans and delivering interventions
- Managing own caseload and working without direct supervision
- Supervising Band 5 rotational staff, students, and support staff
- Contributing to own continuing professional development
- Leading on the implementation of specific changes to practice or contributing to the development of service protocols
The salary for this role is £47,951 to £56,863 per annum, inclusive of HCAS.