At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage a specialist Hand Therapy caseload and deliver evidence-based rehabilitation.
- Company: Join the respected team at Northampton General Hospital.
- Benefits: Competitive NHS salary and opportunities for professional development.
- Other info: Supportive environment with opportunities to supervise and mentor junior staff.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in patients' lives with complex hand injuries.
- Qualifications: Degree in Occupational Therapy or Physiotherapy and HCPC Registration required.
The predicted salary is between 38616 - 46141 £ per year.
Location: Northampton General Hospital, Northamptonshire
Contract Type: Fixed Term Maternity Cover
Salary: Band 6 NHS Agenda for Change
About the Role
Northampton General Hospital is recruiting a Senior Hand Therapist to join its specialist Hand Therapy Service on a fixed-term maternity cover basis. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Occupational Therapist or Physiotherapist with a passion for Hand Therapy to work within a highly regarded multidisciplinary team supporting patients with complex hand injuries and conditions across Trauma & Orthopaedics and Plastic Surgery services.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage a specialist Hand Therapy caseload from assessment through to discharge
- Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate treatment programmes for patients with a wide range of hand conditions and injuries
- Design, fabricate, and fit static and dynamic splints
- Deliver evidence-based rehabilitation and exercise programmes
- Work closely with consultants, therapists, nursing staff, and multidisciplinary colleagues
- Support patient education and self-management strategies
- Supervise junior therapists, therapy support staff, and students
- Participate in service development, audit, governance, and quality improvement projects
- Contribute to departmental training and professional development activities
What We’re Looking For
Essential
- Degree in Occupational Therapy or Physiotherapy
- HCPC Registration
- Experience managing Hand Therapy patients within Trauma & Orthopaedics and/or Plastic Surgery
- Experience of splinting across a wide range of clinical conditions
- Knowledge of upper limb anatomy, conditions, and surgical procedures relevant to Hand Therapy
- Evidence of ongoing CPD and professional development
Desirable
- Previous NHS Hand Therapy experience at Band 6 level
- BAHT Level 1 Training
- Membership of BAHT, RCOT, or CSP
- Experience supervising junior staff and students
- Practice Educator qualification
- Experience fabricating dynamic splints
If you are an Occupational Therapist or Physiotherapist with Hand Therapy experience looking for your next opportunity, we would welcome a confidential discussion. Please get in touch or send your CV to learn more.
Senior Hand Therapist - Band 6 employer: Flexzo
Northampton General Hospital is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and collaborative work environment for healthcare professionals. With a focus on employee development and a commitment to high-quality patient care, staff have access to ongoing training opportunities and the chance to work alongside a dedicated multidisciplinary team. Located in Northamptonshire, the hospital provides a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the community while enjoying a fulfilling career in Hand Therapy.
