Band 6 Locum Acute Occupational Therapist

Occupational Therapist – Band 6 (Locum)

Location: Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust – Torbay Hospital

Area: Devon NHS

Rate: £Negotiable

Contract: Locum, Ongoing (initial 6 weeks)

About the Role

An experienced Band 6 Occupational Therapist is required to support Acute Occupational Therapy within Urgent & Emergency Care at Torbay Hospital. This role is based across acute medical and surgical wards and includes providing cover within the Emergency Department and short-stay wards. The post holder will manage a complex and demanding caseload, focusing on safe and timely discharges to support patient flow and prevent re-admission.

Main Responsibilities

• Provide acute occupational therapy assessment and intervention within medical and surgical wards.
• Support Urgent & Emergency Care, including ED and short-stay wards.
• Manage a highly complex caseload, prioritising risk and discharge needs.
• Contribute to safe and timely discharge planning to support hospital flow.
• Work closely with the multidisciplinary team to avoid unnecessary admissions and re-admissions.
• Support, supervise and delegate work to junior members of the therapy team as appropriate.
• Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation in line with Trust and HCPC standards.

Skills & Experience Required

• Degree in Occupational Therapy and HCPC registration.
• Significant experience working within acute hospital settings.
• Experience in Urgent & Emergency Care and discharge planning.
• Ability to manage complex and challenging caseloads.
• Experience supervising and supporting junior staff.
• Strong communication, organisation and clinical reasoning skills.

Working Hours

• Full time preferred.
• Shift pattern: 08:00 – 16:00.

An excellent short-term opportunity for an experienced acute OT to make a real impact on patient flow and urgent care services.

Code: U. GCRJP. 022012.B19305