Band 6 Locum Community Occupational Therapist

Occupational Therapist – Band 6 (Locum)

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Area: South East London NHS

Rate: £Negotiable

Contract: Locum, Ongoing

About the Role

An opportunity has arisen for an experienced Band 6 Occupational Therapist to join the Community Therapy Service. This role involves delivering high-quality, person-centred occupational therapy within patients’ homes, supporting functional independence and helping to reduce avoidable hospital admissions.

Main Responsibilities

• Complete comprehensive occupational therapy assessments within patients’ homes, including functional and cognitive assessments.
• Develop and implement intervention plans to improve function and promote independence.
• Assess, recommend and provide appropriate equipment to reduce risk and support safe living.
• Work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team including Physiotherapists, Therapy Assistants and Social Workers.
• Contribute to care planning and ongoing review of patients within the community.
• Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation in line with Trust and HCPC standards.

Skills & Experience Required

• Degree in Occupational Therapy and HCPC registration.
• Experience working as a Band 6 Occupational Therapist.
• Community-based occupational therapy experience.
• Strong assessment, clinical reasoning and MDT working skills.
• Experience with equipment provision and risk reduction in the home environment.

Working Hours

• 37.5 hours per week.
• Monday to Friday, 08:30 – 16:30.

A great opportunity to work within a supportive community therapy team delivering impactful care close to home.

Code:  U. Job 750. 018012.B19304