Band 6 Occupational Therapist - Neuro
(Minimum 6 months NHS experience is mandatory)
Band: Band 6
Job Role: Band 6 Occupational Therapist - Neuro
Location: Hertfordshire Community NHS Trust, Welwyn
Pay Rates: £20 to £24 per hour
Pay Mechanism: Direct Engagement
Contract Duration: 20/05/2025 - 31/07/2025
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About the Trust:
Hertfordshire Community NHS Trust is a forward-thinking and innovative provider of community health services, dedicated to delivering high-quality care closer to people's homes. The trust is known for supporting patient independence and promoting recovery through excellent multi-disciplinary working.
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Job Overview:
We are seeking a skilled and experienced Band 6 Occupational Therapist to join the Neuro Acute team, specialising in the assessment and rehabilitation of complex neurological conditions. You will work within a dynamic MDT to deliver high-quality, patient-centered care.
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Key Responsibilities:
* Assess, treat, and manage patients with complex neurological conditions including Stroke, Spinal Cord Injuries, and Traumatic Brain Injuries.
* Independently manage a caseload of up to 8 patients, delivering up to 1 hour of daily input per patient.
* Collaborate with physiotherapists, OTs, and rehab assistants using therapeutic adjuncts.
* Act as a "link worker" for 1-2 patients, coordinating care, discharge planning, liaising with families, and leading meetings.
* Maintain accurate and timely documentation using SystmOne and provide thorough handovers to the wider MDT.
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Requirements:
* Experience in neurorehabilitation (acute setting preferred)
* Competency in Manual Handling, Resuscitation, Information Governance, Safeguarding, Mental Capacity Act/DoLS
* Valid UK driving licence and access to a car
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To apply for this role, please reply with your updated CV and job reference number BS/10453/OT2.