We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Occupational Therapist to join our established Orthopaedic Occupational Therapy team in Surrey and Sussex Healthcare, based at East Surrey Hospital.
Within this role you will rotate across our Orthopaedic wards including elective and trauma Orthopaedics. Our trust is part of the Major Trauma Network which will enable you to take an active role in networking with other trusts and specialist units in the region. You will attend and deliver training specific to Orthopaedics as well as be involved with our Pre-Assessment Joint School for elective Orthopaedic patients, supporting them in preparing for their elective surgery.
Our department operates an integrated therapy service, where Occupational Therapists and Physiotherapists work closely together in each of the clinical areas. The culture of multi-disciplinary working is well established and respected within the hospital.
For further information, please see the attached job description and person specification for a full list of duties and responsibilities.
We are a leading local employer with a diverse workforce of approximately 6,000 staff, dedicated to providing healthcare services to a growing population of around 780,000 individuals.
Our Trust provides both emergency and planned healthcare across East Surrey, North-East West Sussex, and South Croydon – covering towns like Crawley, Horsham, Reigate, and Redhill. Our main hospital, East Surrey in Redhill, offers a full range of acute and specialist services and is also the closest trauma unit to Gatwick Airport. We also provide outpatient, diagnostic, and planned care services at sites including The Earlswood Centre, Caterham Dene Hospital, Oxted Health Centre, Crawley Hospital, and Horsham Hospital.
We are proud to be an inclusive employer, and we work hard to create an environment where everyone feels valued and supported. At our Trust, we strive to be the best place to work and receive care. We are dedicated to supporting you in your current role while helping you grow and develop your career. As part of our team, you will have access to excellent training opportunities, flexible working, dedicated support networks, and a strong emphasis on health and wellbeing to ensure a thriving and positive work environment.
Please review the job description and person specification for full details and responsibilities of the role.