Occupational Therapy Assistant

2 weeks ago


Harlow, United Kingdom The Princess Alexandra Hospital NHS Trust Full time

We have an opportunity for a highly motivated person to take on the role of a occupational therapy assistant working within the medical and surgical teams at the Princess Alexandra Hospital.

The role will be an integral part of our friendly and supportive team of therapists.

Patient related tasks will be varied to help patients improve their independence in preparation for discharge, and a large proportion of time will be dedicated to the ordering and management of patient equipment.

You will need to demonstrate excellent verbal and written communication skills. All other skills will be developed in role in line with our appraisal and weekly IST timetables.

The position is part time, preferably over 5 days but hours can be negotiable. Flexible working requests are welcomed.
- Work under the direction and supervision of the Occupational Therapist, supporting with administrative and clinical duties.
- To assist in the physical assessment, treatment and discharge planning of patients by the Occupational Therapy team
- To complete administrative tasks related to the issuing of equipment prescribed by the Occupational Therapy staff managing the patient, in order to support their discharge home
- Normal duties would be on the hospital wards and therapy department, with occasional visits to the patient’s home as needed

The Princess Alexandra Hospital NHS Trust is a District General Hospital providing acute services to the people of West Essex and East Hertfordshire and has a positive and successful approach to developing and delivering health care.

The Hospital is conveniently located in Harlow, Essex just 25 minutes drive to London Stansted Airport and 25 minutes train ride to London Liverpool Street. Harlow also has excellent road connections across England, with the M11, M25, A10, M1 and A1 all on its doorstep.

This is an exciting time for the Trust. Over the next 5 years we are on a digital transformation journey, leading us to our brand new hospital.

It's never been a better time to join us.

Please see attached job description and personal specification for further details. Alternatively please call to speak to our therapy manager, Katie, or our Team Lead Occupational Therapist, Carmelo.



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