Locum Band 6 Occupational Therapist - Inpatient Stroke and Neurorehabilitation Ward

• £28 per hour
• 30 hours per week (choice of days)
• 3-month contract
• Gravesend, Kent, DA11

We are seeking a skilled and motivated Locum Band 6 Occupational Therapist to join the Inpatient Stroke and Neurorehabilitation Ward in Gravesend. The successful candidate will be responsible for providing high-quality, patient-centered care to individuals recovering from stroke and other neurological conditions. This role involves working closely with a multidisciplinary team to develop and implement effective rehabilitation plans that promote recovery, independence, and improved quality of life for our patients.

Assessment and Evaluation

• Conduct comprehensive assessments of patients' functional abilities, cognitive skills, and occupational performance.
• Develop individualized treatment plans based on assessment findings and patient goals.
• Utilize standardized assessment tools and clinical observations to inform therapy plans.

Therapeutic Interventions

• Implement a range of evidence-based therapeutic interventions to enhance patients' physical, cognitive, and emotional well-being.
• Facilitate activities of daily living (ADL) training, upper limb therapy, cognitive rehabilitation, and environmental modifications.
• Use adaptive equipment and technology to support patients' functional independence.

Collaborative Care

• Work closely with physiotherapists, speech and language therapists, doctors, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to provide coordinated and holistic care.
• Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings, case conferences, and discharge planning sessions.
• Educate patients, families, and caregivers on therapeutic techniques and strategies to support ongoing rehabilitation.

Documentation and Reporting

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records, including assessment findings, treatment plans, progress notes, and discharge summaries.
• Ensure compliance with legal, ethical, and organizational standards for documentation.
• Provide detailed reports and updates to the multidisciplinary team as required.

Professional Development

• Stay current with advancements in occupational therapy practices, particularly in the areas of stroke and neurorehabilitation.
• Engage in continuing professional development (CPD) activities and reflective practice.
• Supervise and mentor junior staff and occupational therapy students as appropriate.

Qualifications and Experience

Essential

• Degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited institution.
• Registration with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC).
• At least 2 years of post-qualification experience in a relevant clinical setting.
• Experience in stroke and neurorehabilitation.
• Strong clinical reasoning and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.

Desirable

• Previous experience in an inpatient setting.
• Knowledge of current best practices and evidence-based approaches in stroke and neurorehabilitation.
• Training in specific therapeutic techniques (e.g., Bobath, Constraint-Induced Movement Therapy).