Highly Specialist Occupational Therapist - Medical
Join the The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust as a Highly Specialist Occupational Therapist within the medical team (MERRIT). The role involves providing expert therapy to patients in two new modular wards at The Royal Shrewsbury Hospital.
Job Overview
The successful candidate will work closely with occupational therapists, physiotherapists and therapy support workers. All Occupational Therapists receive supervision and mentorship from a senior member of the specialist team. As clinical lead, you will support and develop the team through appraisal, supervision, and act as an expert resource. You will manage a personal clinical caseload of complex patients and contribute to service development.
Key Responsibilities
* Provide highly specialist therapy to patients in medical wards.
* Lead and support the therapy team through clinical leadership and supervision.
* Maintain a personal clinical caseload of complex patients.
* Support service development and participate in training and professional activities.
Qualifications
* Band 6 experience in an acute setting.
* In‑depth understanding and experience of working within medical occupational therapy.
* Confidence in leading within a fast‑paced and dynamic clinical environment.
Working Hours & Commitment
37.5 hours per week over five working days, including a weekend rota commitment.
Benefits & Development
The Therapy Centre is committed to professional growth. You will have dedicated time for clinical supervision, internal and external training, and participation in service development. We also provide access to the Occupational Therapy training and development pathway and career development structure.
Contact
Name: Rachel Crawford
Job title: Therapy Inpatient Team Manager
Email: rachel.crawford3@nhs.net
Telephone: 07729080394
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