Band 6 Occupational Therapist : Surgical and Respiratory
(Minimum 6 months NHS experience is mandatory)
Job Title: Occupational Therapist : Surgical and Respiratory
Location: Warrington Hospital, Warrington and Halton Hospitals NHS Trust
Pay Rate: GBP22 : GBP23 per hour
Pay Mechanism: Direct Engagement
Contract Duration: 28/04/2025 : 31/07/2025
Job Reference: BS/10177/OT2
About the Trust:
Warrington and Halton Hospitals NHS Trust is a key provider of acute and specialist healthcare services in the North West. The Trust is renowned for its commitment to innovation and excellence, delivering patient:centered care in state:of:the:art facilities. Warrington Hospital plays a pivotal role in supporting the local communitys health and well:being.
Job Overview:
We are seeking a skilled and motivated Band 6 Occupational Therapist to join the Inpatient Surgical and Respiratory Therapy Team within an acute NHS medical setting. The successful candidate will play a key role in delivering high:quality therapy services to patients with surgical and respiratory conditions, supporting their recovery and promoting independence during their inpatient stay.
Key Responsibilities:
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Deliver comprehensive assessments and treatment plans for patients within the acute surgical and respiratory wards
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Provide goal:oriented, evidence:based interventions tailored to individual patient needs
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Facilitate safe and effective discharge planning in collaboration with the wider multidisciplinary team
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Monitor and evaluate patient progress, adjusting treatment plans as necessary
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Work closely with physiotherapists, nurses, consultants, and discharge coordinators to ensure integrated care
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Maintain accurate and timely clinical records in line with NHS standards
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Contribute to service development, audits, and quality improvement initiatives
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Support junior staff and students through supervision and guidance where appropriate
Key Requirements:
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HCPC registered Occupational Therapist
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Minimum of 6 months NHS experience
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Proven experience working in an acute inpatient setting, preferably within surgical or respiratory teams
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Strong clinical reasoning, assessment, and treatment planning skills
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Excellent communication and teamworking abilities
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Confident in managing a varied caseload in a fast:paced hospital environment
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Committed to ongoing professional development
How :
Please send your updated CV or Apply at 121 for further information, quoting job reference BS/10177/OT2.