Vacancies Specialist Occupational Therapist (Stroke)
Role Summary
This is an exciting opportunity for an Occupational Therapist with a keen interest in Stroke Specific Rehabilitation to join our team on a fixed term contract for 1 year.
About the Role
We are a multidisciplinary team based at Heavitree hospital and we work all over the Eastern geographical area providing stroke specific therapy in people's homes or other non-acute settings. Please note that at times this may involve a significant amount of time in transit. Your own car and UK driver's license is essential.
Working Pattern: 37.5 hours per week. Monday to Friday. 08:30 to 16:30.
Interview Date: To be Confirmed
For further information please contact: Anna Jillings, Clinical Nurse Manager on 01392 408910 or anna.jillings@nhs.net
This is a fixed term contract for 12 months. For current NHS employees, this post could be a secondment opportunity.
As an inclusive employer, the Royal Devon values diversity and is committed to creating a culture of inclusivity where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential. We believe in fostering a sense of belonging and actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities.
Preference will be given to staff with ‘Priority’ and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon.
The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust reserves the right to close the vacancy when sufficient applications have been received.
About Us
Stretching across Northern, Eastern and Mid Devon, we have a workforce of over 15,000 staff, making us the largest employer in Devon. Our core services, which we provide to more than 615,000 people, cover more than 2,000 square miles across Devon.
We deliver a wide range of emergency, specialist and general medical services through North Devon District Hospital and the Royal Devon and Exeter Hospital (Wonford). Alongside our two acute hospitals, we provide integrated health and social care services across a variety of settings, including community inpatient hospitals, outpatient clinics, and within people’s own homes.
Our state-of-the-art equipment, leading technologies and strong links to local universities put us at the forefront of research and innovations, enabling us to provide world-class care to our local communities.
Salary is not the only financial benefit
You will have access to an extensive range of staff discounts on shopping, fitness and leisure options and you can spread the cost of technology and home appliance purchases from major retailers. You will also have access to other benefits including:
* National discount services such as the Blue Light Card and Health Service Discounts.
* Salary sacrifice options including our OFSTED rated outstanding nursery onsite at Exeter.
* Car lease schemes.
* The NHS Pension scheme (one of the most generous and comprehensive in the UK).
* Cycle to work scheme.
These are just a few of the benefits available – if the role is something you are interested in, we would love to hear from you.
Specialist Occupational Therapist (Stroke)
* Salary: Band 6: £37,338 - £44,962 per annum pro rata
* Frequency: Annual
* Vacancy Reference: 185-63302-10413
* Contract Type: Fixed Term
* Closing Date: 08 May, 2025
* Job Category: Occupational Therapy
* Staff Group: Allied Health Professionals
* Location: Heavitree Hospital, Gladstone Road, Exeter, Devon, United Kingdom
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