Occupational Therapist - Chelmsford, United Kingdom - Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust

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Occupational Therapist - Band 5 Rotational posts, Full time (37.5 hours) Therapy Services, Broomfield Hospital, Chelmsford - Part time hours and job share may be considered.

Come and join our Band 5 Occupational Therapy in-patient rotations.

If you have recently qualified or are an OT student who qualifies this year then we want to hear from you.


Our rotations are 6 months long: Orthopaedics, Surgery/Respiratory, Medical/Elderly Medicine, Stroke, St Andrew's Centre - Plastic surgery and burns, Emergency floor - including Frailty and ED.

We also have the potential to offer rotations in the other hospitals that make up the Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust.


Ideally you will have experience of the acute hospital setting but if not we are looking for transferable skills: excellent communication and assessment skills, problem solving, and a passion for helping people regain their independence.

Degree or equivalent diploma in Occupational Therapy and HCPC registered.
Assess and treat own caseload of patients as an autonomous practitioner, planning and developing appropriate rehabilitation and discharge plans.

Liaises with patients, family members, carers, equipment services, social care and health professionals to ensure each patient receives high quality and coordinated care.

Demonstrates a commitment to continued development of skills and knowledge through CPD, training and involvement in the rotation scheme.

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