This post sits in the adult acute inpatient Occupational Therapy rotation at North Middlesex University Hospital (NMUH). It provides assessment and intervention for referred patients and involves working with the multidisciplinary team, alongside contributing to service improvement activity. Rotations cover medical specialties, orthopaedics and surgery, acute medicine for older people, the acute stroke unit and admission avoidance in the Emergency Department for stays of up to 48 hours; the post includes a seven-day rota. Applicants need an occupational therapy degree or equivalent, HCPC registration and a CPD portfolio.
What the job involves
- Assess and provide occupational therapy interventions for patients referred within the area of work
- Work as an active member of the multidisciplinary team
- Rotate through medical specialties, orthopaedics and surgery, acute medicine for older people, the acute stroke unit and the Admission Avoidance Team, which covers the Emergency Department and stays of 0–48 hours
- Contribute to clinical projects, service development, audits and service reviews as agreed with and supported by the Clinical Services Lead OT
- Participate in the seven-day working rota
What’s required
Qualifications
- BSc in Occupational Therapy or equivalent
- Evidence of a continuing professional development portfolio
Registration & licences
- HCPC registration
Experience
- Undergraduate experience across a range of healthcare settings
- Occupational therapy assessment and intervention experience in physical acute, rehabilitation or community settings, such as medical, surgical, orthopaedic or neurological care across the lifespan
- Experience of continuing professional development
Skills & knowledge
- Knowledge of the occupational therapy process and its clinical application, models of occupational therapy practice and evidence-based practice
- Competent IT skills
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, and ability to contribute to and work within a multidisciplinary team
- Ability to organise, prioritise and delegate
- Ability to undertake moderate-to-high physical activity, including manual therapy, therapeutic patient handling, and assessing, demonstrating, providing or installing specialist equipment or minor adaptations
- Ability to work within Trust and department guidelines and policies, including equal opportunities and health and safety, to meet the needs of patients and colleagues
Other
- Demonstrable ability to meet the Trust shared commitments
- Commitment to lifelong learning and willingness to work flexibly
- Willingness to participate in a seven-day working rota
Nice to have
- Membership of RCOT
What’s offered
- Supportive working environment
- Learning opportunities through collaborative care team working
Rotational Band 5 Occupational Therapist employer: Bidvane
The Medical Centre is an exceptional employer for General Practitioners, offering a supportive work environment across two sites with a strong focus on patient-centred care. With flexible session options and a commitment to professional development, employees benefit from a collaborative team culture that values continuous learning and quality improvement. Located in a vibrant community, the practice provides unique opportunities to engage with diverse patient needs while enjoying the advantages of NHS pension and comprehensive employment benefits.
