Band 6 Occupational Therapist

Location: Midlands
Band: NHS Band 6
Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00am – 5:00pm
Contract: Ongoing
Requirement: Must be a driver and car owner

Job Overview

We are currently seeking an experienced and motivated Band 6 Occupational Therapist to join a multidisciplinary healthcare team based in the Midlands.

The successful candidate will provide a high-quality, seamless Occupational Therapy service, supporting patients as they transition from acute or community hospital settings into the community.

You will work closely with other healthcare professionals as part of a cohesive multidisciplinary team, ensuring that care is responsive to the needs of patients and the local population.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality Occupational Therapy assessments and interventions to patients across hospital and community settings.
• Support safe and effective transitions from acute or community hospitals into the community.
• Assess patients’ physical, functional and environmental needs and develop appropriate treatment and rehabilitation plans.
• Work with patients to maximise their independence and ability to complete everyday activities.
• Develop individualised care plans based on each patient’s needs, goals and circumstances.
• Review patients’ progress and adapt treatment plans where appropriate.
• Identify appropriate equipment, adaptations or additional support that may enable patients to live safely and independently.
• Undertake relevant risk assessments and contribute to safe discharge planning.
• Work collaboratively with members of the multidisciplinary team to provide coordinated patient care.
• Communicate effectively with patients, families, carers and other healthcare professionals.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date clinical records in accordance with relevant professional and organisational standards.
• Manage an allocated caseload effectively, prioritising patients according to clinical need.
• Participate in multidisciplinary meetings, case discussions and discharge planning where required.
• Travel between community locations in response to service and patient requirements.
• Maintain high standards of professional practice, confidentiality and patient safety.

Essential Requirements

The successful candidate should have:

• A recognised qualification in Occupational Therapy.
• Current HCPC registration as an Occupational Therapist.
• Relevant Occupational Therapy experience appropriate to a Band 6 position.
• Experience working within acute, community or similar healthcare environments.
• Strong assessment, clinical reasoning and care-planning skills.
• The ability to manage and prioritise a varied caseload.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• The ability to work independently as well as effectively within a multidisciplinary team.
• A patient-centred approach to care and rehabilitation.
• Good organisational and time-management skills.
• Flexibility to work across different community locations according to service needs.
• A full driving licence, access to a car and the ability to travel between locations.

Working Hours

Monday to Friday: 9:00am – 5:00pm

Location & Travel

The successful candidate must be flexible and willing to travel

Due to the community-based nature of the position, candidates must be drivers and car owners.

Contract Duration

This is an ongoing position, offering the opportunity to work within an established multidisciplinary service while supporting patients across hospital and community settings.