Band 5 Rotational Occupational Therapist West Middlesex University Hospital A new opportunity has arisen for a Band 5 Occupational Therapist to join our rotational scheme, within the Therapy Service. Our Trust provides services from both Chelsea and Westminster Hospital and West Middlesex University Hospital. We are one of the best performing trusts in London for A&E waiting times, and our mortality rates are some of the best in the country. We are looking for an enthusiastic Occupational Therapist who can work autonomously and has the relevant knowledge, skills and motivation to help deliver and develop the Acute Therapy service within this fast-paced dynamic department. The six month rotations are in the following clinical areas: Accident and Emergency Department, Respiratory and Surgical Medicine, Medical Rehabilitation and Frailty, Trauma and Orthopaedics and Neurology. Each rotation will provide you with an excellent opportunity to develop a wide range of clinical and professional skills. The post holder will provide high quality clinical care to patients, in line with the Trust values and in accordance with professional regulations. They will work as an autonomous practitioner in providing Occupational Therapy assessment, treatment and management to their own designated caseload of patients, and to maintain up to date records. They will use evidence based principles/current best practise to assess, plan, implement and evaluate interventions. The post holder will gain experience through rotations in Respiratory, Older Adults, Orthopaedics, Neurology and A&E settings. The post holder is expected to consolidate and develop knowledge and skills through participation in CPD. The post holder is expected to engage in out of hours and weekend work on a rota basis in line with a seven day working service. Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is one of England's top-performing and safest trusts. We operate two main acute hospital sites—Chelsea and Westminster Hospital and West Middlesex University Hospital—along with award-winning clinics across North West London. Our nearly 7,500 staff care for a diverse population of 1.5 million, providing full clinical services, including maternity, A&E, and children’s services, plus specialist HIV and sexual health clinics. The Care Quality Commission rates us 'Good' in safety, effectiveness, care, and responsiveness, and 'Outstanding' in leadership and resource use. We continually invest in our facilities, including a £30m expansion of critical care at Chelsea and Westminster and an £80m Ambulatory Diagnostic Centre at West Middlesex. We welcome applications for flexible working arrangements, accommodating requests where possible to support our staff and patient needs. The Trust is committed to equality and welcomes applications from all, regardless of background. Adjustments can be made for disabled candidates. Early application is advised as vacancies may close once sufficient applications are received. If you haven’t heard from us within three weeks of the closing date, your application was likely unsuccessful. Employment is subject to a six-month probationary period. Some roles may require weekend shifts at multiple sites. For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Chloe Christensen Job title: Clinical Lead Therapist Email address: chloe.christensennhs.net Telephone number: 07920252282