This Band 5 occupational therapist post sits at Savernake Hospital, a community hospital run by HCRG Care Group. The role centres on rehabilitation and complex discharge planning for older patients, with the post-holder managing their own caseload within the multidisciplinary team. It also involves supporting therapy assistants and students in a community hospital setting. Applicants must be HCPC registered and hold a professional occupational therapy qualification.
What the job involves
- Deliver evidence-based, patient-centred rehabilitation for older people
- Manage own caseload
- Plan and deliver complex discharge planning to support safe, timely discharges
- Assess, plan and deliver interventions that maximise patient independence
- Work collaboratively within the multidisciplinary team
- Communicate with patients, carers and colleagues
- Maintain accurate clinical records
- Recommend equipment where appropriate
- Ensure care meets professional standards and best practice
- Support therapy assistants and students
- Contribute to service improvement
- Maintain own continuing professional development
What's required
Qualifications
- Professional qualification in occupational therapy
Registration & licences
- HCPC registration
Experience
- Broad range of occupational therapy skills gained through post-registration experience
Skills & knowledge
- Ability to use initiative
- Excellent communication
- Excellent time management
Checks & eligibility
- Criminal records disclosure and vetting checks
Nice to have
- MSK, community or acute work-based training
- Participation in clinical and/or operational audits or evaluations
- Experience working in a multidisciplinary team across hospital and community settings
- Ability to delegate clinical work
- Use of electronic records
What's offered
- Band 5 Agenda for Change salary and NHS pension
- Strive for Better professional networks
- Discounts and offers through Reward Gateway
- 24/7 free wellbeing service, including counselling, career coaching and legal advice
- Access to wages through Wagestream
- Learning and development support, e-learning, career pathways and funding opportunities
- Local and national awards and recognition
- Regular leadership updates
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Occupational Therapist - Band 5 - Savernake Hospital employer: HCRG Care Group
HCRG Care Group is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and inclusive work culture that prioritises employee wellbeing and professional development. As a Ward Manager at our Marlborough location, you will benefit from a competitive Band 7 salary, access to NHS pension schemes, and a wealth of resources for personal and career growth, all while being part of a dedicated team committed to transforming health and care services in the community.
