Occupational Therapist (bank)


Company:	NHS Jobs
Salary:	£35
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Harrow, HA1 3RX
Job type:	Contract
Posting date:	23 Jul 2026
Closing date:	16 Aug 2026

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Summary

WHO ARE WE? We are Circle Health Group. We are the number one independent provider of hospital services in this country, with more than 50 hospitals, 6000 specialists and 2 million patient visits each year. We offer high quality, safe, accessible and affordable healthcare. We want to be the most innovative and patient focused healthcare organisation. WHO ARE YOU? You make sure that standards of patient care are consistently applied and maintained. You maintain and enhance customer service and satisfaction. You promote and safeguard the wellbeing and interests of all patients, employees and visitors. WHAT DO YOU DO? Clinical Assessment and Intervention Undertake comprehensive assessments of patients' physical, cognitive, emotional, and environmental needs. Develop and implement individualised treatment and rehabilitation plans to promote independence and participation in daily life. Provide interventions such as functional skills training, cognitive rehabilitation, equipment provision, and adaptations. Multidisciplinary Collaboration Work closely with physiotherapists, nurses, doctors, and other allied health professionals to support integrated care and safe discharge planning. Attend MDT meetings and contribute to clinical decision-making and goal setting. Liaise with patients, families, and carers to ensure involvement in care plans and support needs. Discharge and Community Planning Support timely and safe discharge by assessing home environments and making recommendations for equipment, support, or adaptations. Provide education and training to patients and carers to support self-management and ongoing recovery. Refer patients to appropriate community services, social care, or voluntary sector organisations. Documentation and Governance Maintain accurate, timely, and professional clinical records in line with HCPC and organisational standards. Contribute to risk assessments and care planning in accordance with safeguarding and clinical governance frameworks. Participate in audit, quality improvement, and service evaluation initiatives. Professional Development and Education Maintain professional registration and complete relevant CPD activities to enhance clinical knowledge and skills. Participate in supervision, in-service training, and peer support activities. Contribute to the training and mentoring of students or junior colleagues. Equipment and Environmental Support Assess and prescribe assistive devices, splints, or environmental modifications to support functional independence. Provide advice on manual handling, postural management, and safe use of mobility aids. Monitor the effectiveness of interventions and adjust treatment accordingly. WHAT DO YOU HAVE? Essential: HCPC-registered Occupational Therapist. BSc (Hons) in Occupational Therapy or equivalent recognised qualification. Experience working in a clinical rehabilitation, acute, or community setting. Excellent communication, assessment, and planning skills. Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team. Desirable: Experience in a specialist area such as neuro, orthopaedics, elderly care, or mental health. Knowledge of equipment provision and minor/major home adaptations. Familiarity with electronic health records and therapy documentation systems. Experience working in private healthcare or across a range of clinical pathways. WHAT SORT OF PERSON ARE YOU? You are a great communicator with different people at different levels. You are an excellent judge and decision maker. You are a highly effective problem solver. You are proactive and driven to succeed. You are punctual, committed and reliable. You are flexible and adaptable. WHAT ELSE? This is intended as an outline of the general areas of activity. This is not exhaustive and may change due to future changes and developments. You have to maintain your knowledge and conduct your duties responsibly with the guidance of the Health & Safety at Work Act. You treat all patient information as confidential and would only breach confidence if you felt that a patient or member of staff was at risk of harm

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