Band 5 Locum Acute Occupational Therapist

Occupational Therapist – Band 5/6

Location: University Hospital Birmingham

Area: West Midlands NHS

Salary: £Negotiable

Job Type: Locum

Contract Length: Ongoing (initially up to 3 months)

Job Overview

An Occupational Therapist is required to start as soon as possible to support inpatient services within a busy acute hospital setting. The post holder will be responsible for delivering high-quality occupational therapy interventions to support patient flow and safe, timely discharge.

The role is suitable for a Band 6 Occupational Therapist, however experienced Band 5 candidates will also be considered.

Clinical Areas

The role will primarily cover:

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• Healthcare of Older People (HCOP)
   

• General Medicine

There may also be opportunities to support:

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• Admission Avoidance
   

• Trauma & Orthopaedics (T&O)
   

• Stroke
   

• Rehabilitation

Key Responsibilities

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• Undertake occupational therapy assessments for acute inpatient caseloads
   

• Develop and implement treatment and rehabilitation plans
   

• Facilitate effective discharge planning and coordination
   

• Support patient flow within the acute hospital environment
   

• Provide routine acute occupational therapy interventions
   

• Work collaboratively as part of the multidisciplinary team
   

• Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation

Skills & Experience

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• Degree or Diploma in Occupational Therapy
   

• HCPC registration
   

• Experience working in an acute hospital setting
   

• Confidence with assessment, treatment planning, and discharge facilitation
   

• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced inpatient environment

Working Hours

Monday to Friday, 08:00 – 16:00

Full time preferred, part-time hours considered

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Code U.MX-10454.009001.B19417