Clinical Specialist Occupational Therapist

4 weeks ago


SouthendonSea, Southend-on-Sea, United Kingdom Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust Full time

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced and innovative Clinical Specialist Occupational Therapist to join our established Neuro Rehabilitation team at Southend University Hospital.

The successful candidate will provide clinical leadership and specialist occupational therapy, managing a clinical caseload, completing assessments, treatment sessions, and discharge planning. They will also take on operational responsibilities for the running of the OT team on a daily basis and lead on service development initiatives.

The ideal candidate will have experience working in an acute hospital or intermediate care setting, with a strong understanding of occupational therapy principles and practices. They will be able to demonstrate excellent clinical reasoning skills, effective communication, and leadership abilities.

Key Responsibilities

  • Provide clinical leadership and specialist occupational therapy
  • Manage a clinical caseload, completing assessments, treatment sessions, and discharge planning
  • Take on operational responsibilities for the running of the OT team on a daily basis
  • Lead on service development initiatives
  • Supervise, teach, and evaluate junior and senior staff, assistants, and students

Person Specification

  • HCPC registration as Occupational Therapist
  • Graduate Diploma or Degree in Occupational Therapy
  • Experience of working in an acute hospital or intermediate care setting
  • Experience of working as a Band 6 OT

About Us

Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust is one of the largest trusts in the country, serving a population of over 1.2 million people. We are committed to delivering excellent local and specialist services, improving the health and wellbeing of our patients, and providing a vibrant place for staff to develop, innovate, and build careers.

We offer a supportive environment for the development of Occupational Therapists, with training and clinical development opportunities, a comprehensive in-service training program, and regular clinical supervision. We also provide additional support for staff to attend recognised external courses, including MSc studies and Advanced Practitioner modules.



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