Job summary Senior Occupational TherapistKIMS Hospital, Maidstone Full Time Permanent Vacancy Competitive Salary, depending on experience Are you a passionateSenior Occupational Therapist looking to make a real impact in patient care? Join KIMS Hospital, Kents largest independent hospital, and play a vital role in delivering high-quality, person-centred therapy. Main duties of the job What Youll Do: Work autonomously to assess and treat patients with complex needs in inpatient and pre-assessment settings. Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to provide seamless, evidence-based care. Lead and support therapy assistants and students while championing professional development. Ensure excellent patient experience, communication, and service improvement. Contribute to audits, research, and innovation in care delivery. About us KIMS Hospital employees enjoy the following benefits: Competitive Salary 25 days annual leave plus UK bank holidays and an extra day off for your birthday Free secure staff parking Pension scheme Private health insurance Life assurance Up to 40% off some of KIMS Hospital services Employee Assistance Platform Retail discounts and cashback Discounted gym membership Annual flu vaccination Free eye test Date posted 03 April 2025 Pay scheme Other Salary Depending on experience Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number E0090-25-0024 Job locations K I M S Hospital Ltd Newnham Court Way Weavering Maidstone Kent ME14 5FT Job description Job responsibilities Work autonomously to assess and treat patients with complex needs in inpatient and pre-assessment settings. Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to provide seamless, evidence-based care. Lead and support therapy assistants and students while championing professional development. Ensure excellent patient experience, communication, and service improvement. Contribute to audits, research, and innovation in care delivery. Job description Job responsibilities Work autonomously to assess and treat patients with complex needs in inpatient and pre-assessment settings. Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to provide seamless, evidence-based care. Lead and support therapy assistants and students while championing professional development. Ensure excellent patient experience, communication, and service improvement. Contribute to audits, research, and innovation in care delivery. Person Specification Qualifications Essential What Were Looking For: HCPC registered with a degree in Occupational Therapy. At least 2 years experience managing complex caseloads. Strong communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills. Passion for continuous improvement and patient-centred care. Experience Essential At least 2 years experience managing complex caseloads. Person Specification Qualifications Essential What Were Looking For: HCPC registered with a degree in Occupational Therapy. At least 2 years experience managing complex caseloads. Strong communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills. Passion for continuous improvement and patient-centred care. Experience Essential At least 2 years experience managing complex caseloads. Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Employer details Employer name KIMS Hospital Address K I M S Hospital Ltd Newnham Court Way Weavering Maidstone Kent ME14 5FT Employer's website https://kims.org.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)