Occupational Therapist - Integrated Front Door Team in Harrow, Middlesex

Job Title: Occupational Therapist - Integrated Front Door Team
Specialism: AHP - Occupational Therapy
Location: Harrow, London, UK
Salary: £37.00 per hour
Type: Full Time (Ongoing)

Occupational Therapist - Integrated Front Door Team within AHP - Occupational Therapy in Harrow, earning £37.00 per hour. This exciting ongoing full-time opportunity offers the chance to work within a fast-paced and dynamic Adult Social Care service, supporting individuals at the first point of contact within an Integrated Health and Social Care environment.

As part of the Integrated Front Door Team, you will play a vital role in assessing needs, promoting independence, preventing hospital admissions, and ensuring adults receive timely and effective Occupational Therapy interventions. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Occupational Therapist seeking a varied role that combines office-based and community-based working.

Perks and benefits

• Full Time: Enjoy the stability and consistency of a full-time opportunity within a supportive service.
• Hourly Pay: Earn a competitive rate of £37.00 per hour, rewarding your experience and expertise.
• Flexible Working: Benefit from a balance of office and community-based working that supports a healthy work-life balance.
• Professional Development: Access opportunities to enhance your skills and broaden your experience within Adult Social Care.
• Supportive Team Environment: Join a collaborative multidisciplinary team committed to achieving positive outcomes for residents.
• Meaningful Impact: Play a key role in helping individuals maintain independence and avoid unnecessary hospital admissions.

What you will do

• Undertake Occupational Therapy assessments within the Integrated Front Door Team.
• Complete screening, triage, and initial assessments for adults accessing the service.
• Assess functional ability, risks, and independence needs.
• Provide timely Occupational Therapy interventions and recommendations.
• Assess and recommend appropriate equipment and minor adaptations.
• Support prevention, reablement, and admission avoidance pathways.
• Undertake moving and handling assessments where required.
• Work collaboratively with health, social care, and multidisciplinary professionals.
• Develop person-centred plans and recommendations to support positive outcomes.
• Maintain accurate records, assessments, reports, and case documentation.
• Contribute to integrated working practices and service development initiatives.

Requirements

• Degree or Diploma in Occupational Therapy
• HCPC Registration
• Experience within Adult Social Care Occupational Therapy
• Previous Front Door, Duty Team, or Initial Assessment experience.
• Experience conducting Occupational Therapy assessments and interventions.
• Knowledge of equipment provision and minor adaptations.
• Strong assessment, clinical reasoning, and decision-making skills.
• Excellent communication, record-keeping, and report-writing abilities.
• Ability to work independently within a fast-paced multidisciplinary environment.

Desirable

• Experience working within an Integrated Front Door Team.
• Local Authority experience.
• Admission avoidance and prevention pathway experience.
• Community Occupational Therapy experience.

Why Harrow

Harrow offers the perfect balance of city convenience and suburban charm. With excellent transport links into Central London, attractive green spaces, diverse communities, and a wide range of local amenities, Harrow provides an outstanding environment for both professional development and personal wellbeing. It is an ideal location for Occupational Therapists looking to build a rewarding career while enjoying everything London has to offer.

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Apply now to join the Integrated Front Door Team in Harrow and take the next step in your Occupational Therapy career with Sanctuary Personnel.