Occupational Therapist - Inpatient Neuro Team in Brentwood, Essex

Job Title: Occupational Therapist – Inpatient Neuro Team
Specialism: Occupational Therapy
Location: Brentwood, UK
Salary: Up to £35.00 per hour
Type: Ongoing, Part Time (22.5 Hours per Week)

Occupational Therapist within the Inpatient Neuro Team in Brentwood, earning up to £35.00 per hour. This ongoing part-time locum opportunity offers 22.5 hours per week and the chance to work within a specialist neuro-rehabilitation environment supporting patients recovering from stroke and other neurological conditions. This rewarding role provides the opportunity to deliver high-quality occupational therapy interventions while working as part of a collaborative multidisciplinary team.

Perks and benefits

• Part Time: Enjoy the flexibility of a 22.5-hour working week, helping you achieve an excellent work-life balance.
• Hourly Pay: Earn up to £35.00 per hour, rewarding your specialist skills and experience.
• Continuous Professional Development: Stay at the forefront of neuro-rehabilitation practice through ongoing learning and development opportunities.
• Supportive Team Environment: Join an experienced multidisciplinary team where collaboration and knowledge-sharing are encouraged.
• Specialist Experience: Develop and enhance your expertise in stroke rehabilitation and neurological occupational therapy.
• Excellent Location: Work in the attractive town of Brentwood, offering a blend of countryside charm and excellent transport connections.

What you will do

• Caseload Management: Manage a caseload of patients recovering from stroke and neurological conditions, acting as a key worker where appropriate.
• Occupational Therapy Assessment: Complete comprehensive assessments to identify patient needs, strengths, and rehabilitation goals.
• Treatment Planning: Develop person-centred goals and treatment plans in partnership with patients and their carers.
• Intervention Delivery: Implement evidence-based occupational therapy interventions to maximise independence and functional outcomes.
• Outcome Monitoring: Evaluate progress and adapt treatment plans to meet changing patient needs.
• Multidisciplinary Working: Work collaboratively with physiotherapists, nurses, speech and language therapists, and other healthcare professionals.
• Discharge Planning: Lead and support discharge planning processes to ensure safe and effective transitions from inpatient services.
• Patient Advocacy: Promote patient participation, independence, and engagement in meaningful daily activities and life roles.
• Documentation: Maintain accurate clinical records and service documentation in line with Trust requirements.
• Compliance: Ensure practice aligns with national guidelines, legislation, professional standards, and organisational policies.

Qualifications / Requirements

• Occupational Therapy Qualification: Degree in Occupational Therapy or equivalent recognised qualification.
• Registration: Current HCPC registration as an Occupational Therapist.
• Neuro-Rehabilitation Experience: Previous experience working with neurological or stroke rehabilitation caseloads.
• Clinical Knowledge: Strong understanding of neuro-anatomy, stroke presentations, and rehabilitation principles.
• Moving and Handling Skills: Experience applying moving and handling techniques within clinical and community settings.
• Communication Skills: Excellent interpersonal, assessment, and report-writing abilities.
• Driving Licence: Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle are essential.
• Multidisciplinary Working: Ability to work effectively within integrated healthcare teams.

Why Brentwood

Brentwood offers the perfect combination of countryside charm and urban convenience. Known for its excellent schools, vibrant high street, green open spaces, and strong community spirit, it provides an exceptional quality of life. With direct transport links into London and easy access to the surrounding Essex countryside, Brentwood is an ideal location for professionals looking to balance career development with an enjoyable lifestyle.

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