Specialist Occupational Therapist

Specialist Occupational Therapist

Shrewsbury Full-Time No home office possible
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Job overview

We are looking for an enthusiastic Band 6 Occupational Therapist to join our Inpatient therapy team at RSH for a 9-month maternity leave cover. This post involves working clinically on our Oncology ward at RSH, collaborating with a Band 5 and 6 Physiotherapist. The post holder will work closely with the Macmillan Integrated Therapy Team to provide expert Oncology knowledge and advice to Therapy colleagues within the wider Inpatient team.

The position is based at The Royal Shrewsbury Hospital.

The role includes involvement in the in-service training rota as well as clinical supervision of therapy staff and students.

Participation in the weekend discharge rota will be expected.

Main duties of the job

The post holder will treat Oncology patients on Ward 23, including rehabilitation and discharge planning, which may be complex.

We encourage prospective candidates to contact us for further information about this exciting opportunity. We also welcome visits to the hospital for a tour and to meet the staff.

Working for our organisation

The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospitals Trust is ideally situated, with access to the coast and three international airports within a short drive, and the countryside on our doorstep.

We have strong links with local universities, offering student placements and apprentice training across Therapies. Our established preceptorship programme provides new graduates with opportunities for learning alongside experienced staff. Senior staff work closely with this programme to support ongoing development.

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Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust Recruiting Team

Specialist Occupational Therapist
Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust
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