Clinical Specialist Medical Occupational Therapist – Locum Band 7
Salary: Band 7 NHS - £28 - £31
Contract Type: Full Time / Locum
We are seeking an experienced Clinical Specialist Occupational Therapist to join our General and Specialist Medicine teams. I n this leadership role, you will provide specialist Occupational Therapy skills for a diverse caseload, with a strong focus on frailty and complex medical patients. Lead the clinical delivery and evaluation of therapy services within General & Specialist Medicine.
Provide expert Occupational Therapy intervention for general, specialist medical, and frailty patients.
Develop robust communication networks with clinical specialists across the health economy to ensure efficient service provision.
Design and deliver postgraduate training programs in collaboration with the MDT.
Support clinical governance initiatives, including the development of evidence-based clinical standards, audits, research projects, and risk management strategies.
Undertake holistic assessment, treatment planning, and evaluation of therapy interventions.
Lead on the development and management of integrated care programmes and discharge planning.
Line manage and clinically supervise a team, including Band 5s, Band 6s, Therapy Assistants, and students.
Collaborate closely with the MDT to ensure the delivery of high-quality, patient-centred care.
HCPC-registered Occupational Therapist.
Significant post-registration experience in acute and/or specialist medicine settings.
Proven leadership, supervision, and mentoring skills.
Commitment to clinical excellence, service innovation, and professional development.