Occupational Therapist

Join to apply for the Occupational Therapist role at Texas Medical Marketplace 2 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants Job Summary An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic and motivated Occupational Therapist to join our rotation. The post holder will work in a dedicated OT team alongside a supportive MDT, to deliver occupational therapy. Our rotations are 9 months in duration, and currently cover Orthopaedics, Neurology/Stroke, Surgery, Acute Care Therapy Team (ACTT) and Medicine. The teams are committed to delivering high standards of care across the patient pathway. We are seeking applications from individuals with a passion for working in the acute setting. You will need to demonstrate time management skills and the ability to be flexible, to be able to manage a caseload in a busy setting. Excellent communication skills will be key, as you will be working with patients and their families in stressful and complex situations. The successful candidate will also need to demonstrate good interpersonal skills and be committed to team working both within OT and the wider MDT. Applicants will be supported to develop problem solving and specialist clinical skills essential for meeting the demands of this setting. Regular supervision will be provided and a staff appraisal system is in operation. We are commissioned to provide a seven day services so flexibility to work weekends will be required. Main duties of the job Please see the Job description document for further information about the role and job requirements. Please do not hesitate to get in touch should you have any questions. About Us As a trust we offer: onsite parking wellbeing hub counselling onsite exercise classes the royal mile (one mile circuit around the hospital grounds) number of refreshment outlets onsite post office cash machines fruit and vegetable stall that visits throughout the week outdoor seating areas to facilitate staff breaks Details Date posted: 02 December 2025 Pay scheme: Agenda for change Band: Band 5 Salary: £31,049 to £37,796 a year per annum Contract: Permanent Working pattern: Full-time Reference number: 166-DCSC-7557002 Job locations: Chesterfield Royal Hospital, Calow, Chesterfield, S44 5BL Job Responsibilities Please see the Job description document for further information about the role and job requirements. Please do not hesitate to get in touch should you have any questions. Person Specification Essential Qualifications and Training: Diploma or degree in Occupational Therapy (or equivalent) H.C.P.C. registered (or pending qualification results). Experience: Broad understanding of OT process and frameworks. Broad understanding of OT role in acute physical setting. Skills and Knowledge: Ability to prioritise workload and work to tight deadlines. Delegation skills Able to work independently and as part of a team Excellent communication skills (verbal & written) Evidence of CPD Excellent interpersonal skills Desirable Qualifications and Training: Fieldwork Educators qualification Experience: Experience in acute physical setting Experience of rehabilitation practice and ethos Community experience Skills and Knowledge: Experience of supervision / appraisal Understanding of audit service review/development Experience of supervising other staff/students Personal Attributes: Professional manner Team worker Professional approach Enthusiastic and adaptable Reliable Confident Demonstrates a specific interest in the post applied for Demonstrates our Proud to CARE Values: Compassion Ambition Respect Encouragement Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website. UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website. Employer details Employer name: Chesterfield Royal Hospital NHS Foundation Trust Address: Chesterfield Royal Hospital, Calow, Chesterfield, S44 5BL Employer's website: https://www.chesterfieldroyal.nhs.uk/ #J-18808-Ljbffr