Band 6 Locum Inpatient Occupational Therapist

Neuro Rehabilitation Occupational Therapist – Band 6 (Locum)

Location: Epsom and St Helier University Hospitals NHS Trust

Area: Surrey NHS

Rate: £Negotiable

Contract: Locum, Ongoing (initial 12 weeks)

Role Overview

A Band 6 Neuro Rehabilitation Occupational Therapist is required to support the Neuro Rehab Service for an initial 12-week placement. This role is ideal for an experienced OT with a strong background in stroke and neurological rehabilitation, working with patients requiring specialist inpatient neurorehab input.

Main Responsibilities

• Carry out specialist occupational therapy assessments and treatment for patients requiring neurorehabilitation.
• Provide OT input to patients within the Dorking inpatient Neuro Rehab bed.
• Manage and prioritise your own caseload effectively.
• Allocate and delegate appropriate tasks to technical instructors.
• Complete detailed occupational therapy assessments for patients with complex needs.
• Use advanced clinical reasoning to develop evidence-based, individualised treatment and rehabilitation plans.
• Recommend and coordinate specialised interventions, adaptive techniques, equipment and onward services as required.
• Work collaboratively within the multidisciplinary team to support recovery and safe discharge planning.

Skills & Experience Required

• Qualified Occupational Therapist with HCPC registration.
• Proven experience in stroke and/or neurological rehabilitation.
• Experience working with complex neurological caseloads.
• Strong clinical reasoning and care planning skills.
• Ability to work autonomously while contributing effectively to MDT working.

Working Hours

Monday to Friday, 08.00 – 16.00

30-minute unpaid break

An excellent opportunity for a Band 6 Occupational Therapist with neuro rehab experience to join a specialist inpatient service within a supportive NHS Trust.

Code:  U. 005001.B19359