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(Minimum 6 months NHS experience is mandatory)
Band: Band 6Job Role: Occupational Therapist - Trauma & OrthopaedicsLocation: Queen Elizabeth Hospital (QEH), Lewisham and Greenwich NHS TrustPay Rates: £22 - £25 per hourPay Mechanism: Direct EngagementContract Duration: 05/02/2025 to 20/04/2025
About the TrustLewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust provides hospital and community healthcare services in South East London. It operates University Hospital Lewisham and Queen Elizabeth Hospital in Woolwich, delivering acute and specialist care to a diverse population. The trust is committed to high-quality patient care, innovation, and community health improvement.
Job OverviewThe trust is seeking a Band 6 Occupational Therapist to join the Trauma and Orthopaedics team. The role involves providing specialist OT services to patients recovering from fractures, joint replacements, and musculoskeletal injuries. The therapist will work closely with multidisciplinary teams to support rehabilitation, discharge planning, and functional independence.
Key Responsibilities- Assess and treat patients with musculoskeletal conditions, post-surgical needs, and trauma-related impairments.
- Develop and implement rehabilitation programs to enhance functional independence.
- Collaborate with physiotherapists, nurses, and consultants for effective patient care.
- Conduct home assessments and recommend appropriate aids and adaptations.
- Plan and facilitate safe and timely discharges.
- Maintain accurate documentation and contribute to service development.
- HCPC registration as an Occupational Therapist.
- NHS experience in Trauma & Orthopaedics or a relevant acute setting.
- Strong knowledge of rehabilitation techniques and discharge planning.
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
- Ability to manage a complex caseload independently.
To apply, please reply with your updated CV and job reference number BS/10092/OT3.
