Occupational Therapy Assistant Practitioner (Orthopaedics)
Band 4 OT Assistant Practitioner - Orthopaedics & Surgical Services
(Prior experience as an OT assistant is essential).
We are looking for
Are you:
* Passionate about top‑class patient care with a belief that everyday matters
* Ready for a new challenge
* Driven to promote the value of Occupational Therapy and therefore influence the narrative of OT for future generations
* Committed to making the NHS have a brighter future
Do you want:
* To learn in a fast‑paced hospital setting
* Grow your knowledge about equipment provision and your clinical skills
* Work with a diverse team with wide knowledge and experience
* Develop your knowledge and skill with support from peers, specialists, clinical educators, and experienced Occupational Therapy leaders
Our offer includes:
* A great opportunity to mix patient‑facing assessment skills and equipment provision
* Excellent learning opportunities with a high level of support, supervision, and appraisal from senior colleagues
* Generous training opportunities
* A friendly, enthusiastic and supportive team to work alongside
To learn more about the additional benefits we offer, please apply and meet the team. We would love to talk to you.
Visa Sponsorship: This position is not eligible for Skilled Worker visa sponsorship. Applicants must already hold the right to work in the UK for the full duration of the contract.
Main duties of the job
To provide excellent, high‑quality person‑centred clinical care that advocates for patients, strives to provide a service fit for today and the future, and develops personal leadership to support clinical growth.
The post is a key part of the OT discharge service supporting registered staff with the assessment and rehabilitation.
Key responsibilities
* Assessment of trauma and elective patients referred to Occupational Therapy
* Taking equipment out to patients' homes and fitting items (training will be given)
* Setting up/utilising follow‑up visits for prescribed equipment
* Maintaining stock
* Liaising with outside agencies and patients' families
* Teaching patients and their families how to use and fit the equipment
* Undertaking falls assessments
The post is based at Frimley Park Hospital but applicants must be able to travel between all Frimley Health's hospitals and patients' homes.
Qualifications
* GCSE or equivalent qualification in English and Mathematics
* NVQ Level 3 or equivalent
* Foundation Degree or equivalent in a related field, or willingness to work towards it
Experience
* Experience as a Band 3 Therapy assistant within an NHS setting
* Leading and delivering exercise programmes in a hospital setting
* Working within a team
* Experience of working directly with patients
* Undertaking exercise prescription for people with long‑term conditions
* Evaluating outcomes of exercise or use of equipment
Skills & Knowledge
* Knowledge of anatomy and physiology
* Specific clinical knowledge relevant to the speciality
* Interpersonal skills, including concise, effective verbal and written communication
* Ability to instruct and motivate
* Knowledge of therapy interventions acquired through training or experience within a healthcare setting
* Negotiation skills, able to overcome barriers to exercise
Special Requirements
* Must hold a valid driving licence and be able to deliver and fit equipment into patients' homes
* Willingness to work flexibly
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and requires a Disclosure and Barring Service check to verify any previous convictions.
Salary: £17,887 to £19,629 per annum, including HCAS.
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