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Band 6 Occupational Therapist - Palliative Care
(Minimum 6 months NHS experience is mandatory)
Band: Band 6Job Title: Palliative Care Occupational TherapistLocation: Morriston Hospital, Swansea Bay NHS TrustPay Rate: £22 - £24 per hourPay Mechanism: Direct EngagementContract Duration: 13/03/2025 - 30/04/2025
About the TrustSwansea Bay NHS Trust provides excellent healthcare services across South West Wales. Known for its patient-centered care, the Trust offers a wide range of services and is committed to innovation in health and social care, particularly through its major hospitals, including Morriston Hospital.
Job OverviewWe are seeking a dedicated Palliative Care Occupational Therapist to join the palliative care service at Morriston Hospital, Ty Olwen. This role involves a mix of ward-based and community rehabilitation work. Ideal candidates will have experience in rehabilitation, hoisting, and manual handling, particularly in neuro or palliative care settings.
Key Responsibilities- Provide high-quality occupational therapy within the palliative care service.
- Deliver both ward-based care and community rehabilitation for palliative patients.
- Assess and develop personalized care plans to enhance the quality of life for patients with life-limiting conditions.
- Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to deliver holistic care.
- Offer support with hoisting, manual handling, and rehabilitation as needed.
- HCPC registration as an Occupational Therapist.
- Experience in neuro or palliative care is desirable.
- Proficiency in rehabilitation, hoisting, and manual handling techniques.
- Strong communication skills and ability to work within a multidisciplinary team.
Please send your updated CV to or contact us at for further information, quoting job reference number BS/10479/OT2.
