Company Description
Here at Portsmouth Hospitals University NHS Trust, we are proud to provide expert, compassionate care for our local population. We are ranked as the third in the country for research and embed education and training across the organisation. Our main hub is the Queen Alexandra Hospital, one of the largest hospitals on the south coast, employing over 8,700 staff.
Join our dynamic Therapy Team at Queen Alexandra Hospital in Portsmouth, dedicated to delivering patient‑centred care in the acute hospital setting and supporting patients’ journey back into the community. We pride ourselves on fostering a collaborative environment where innovation and professional growth thrive.
Job Description
Senior Occupational Therapist
Band 6
£38,682 – £46,580 pro rata, per annum
We have rotational and static urgent care therapy opportunities available; preference will be discussed but appointment will be based on candidates’ suitability.
Are you an experienced Occupational Therapist seeking a new challenge? Or are you a Band 5 therapist ready to take the next step? We want to hear from you!
We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Occupational Therapist to work within our Therapy Department at Queen Alexandra Hospital, Portsmouth. We offer flexible working; you can choose either rotational or static posts.
Situated in the beautiful county of Hampshire – close to the historic seaside city of Portsmouth – you can enjoy both busy, energising city life or rural calm in the picturesque surrounding countryside.
This is an excellent opportunity to provide high‑quality patient assessment and treatment as part of an integrated therapy team in Acute Stroke, Older Person’s Medicine, Urgent Care, Orthopaedics and Surgery.
You should be flexible and able to work autonomously within a multidisciplinary team, using strong clinical assessment and reasoning skills in both acute rehabilitation and complex discharge planning. You must be confident, assertive, and possess excellent communication skills, able to perform in a pressured, fast‑paced environment.
We provide a supportive environment and prioritise staff well‑being. We aim to support your progression as a Band 6 and offer excellent learning opportunities for ongoing professional development. An ability to identify your own learning needs and respond to those of others will be an important part of this role.
Key Responsibilities
* Provide high‑quality, patient‑centred care.
* Conduct comprehensive Occupational Therapy assessments and develop treatment plans to enable patients to achieve their maximum level of independence.
* Participate in discharge planning, including complex discharges and liaising with discharge services to ensure safe and effective transitions of care.
* Work alongside physiotherapists, therapy assistants, and wider MDT members.
* Manage a caseload independently using strong clinical reasoning skills.
* Adapt to different clinical areas and manage the challenges of a busy hospital/community environment.
* Understand risk management and positive risk‑taking.
* Provide advice and equipment recommendations for specialist equipment provisions.
* Communicate effectively with patients, families and care providers.
* Support, supervise and educate Band 5 Occupational Therapists, Therapy Assistants, and students.
* Contribute to service development initiatives, audits, and quality improvement projects.
* Demonstrate commitment to professional development and evidence‑based practice.
The therapy service is covered over seven days, and you will be required to work occasional weekends or bank holidays.
Regular clinical supervision and peer support will be provided by clinical leads and Occupational Therapy peer support groups. You will also have access to internal and external training, networking opportunities, and support from our Occupational Therapy Practice Educator.
To discuss this opportunity or to arrange a visit please contact Juliette Kite via email: juliettekite@nhs.net or telephone: 02392286141.
Qualifications
Essential
* Degree in Occupational Therapy or equivalent, e.g. Occupational Therapy Diploma
* Health and Care Professions Council Registration
Desirable
* Post‑registration training within a specialist area of care
* Member of the Royal College of Occupational Therapy
* Practice Placement Qualification
Additional Information
The health and well‑being of our staff is at the forefront of everything we do. We offer fantastic benefits including an on‑site nursery, free beach hut for summer days, an on‑site wellness centre with gym and swimming pool, and access to staff networks such as LGBTQ, Race Equality, and Disability. We celebrate achievements through awards ceremonies.
We welcome the unique contributions you can bring in terms of education, culture, ethnicity, gender identity, nationality, age, languages, veteran status, religion, disability, sexual orientation, and beliefs.
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