Senior Rehab Therapist (OT/Physio) - Flexible Community Care

Candino CA; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 38,000 - GBP 47,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading NHS organization in the UK is seeking a Community Occupational Therapist for a 12-month fixed-term contract. This role involves providing therapy interventions to adults in Felixstowe, encouraging healthy lifestyle choices, and managing complex patient needs. Applicants should have a degree in Occupational Therapy, UK registration, and experience in a community setting. This is a full-time position, working approximately 37.5 hours per week, with competitive pay and excellent benefits including training and development opportunities.

Benefits

Training and development opportunities

Generous pension scheme

NHS discounts

Staff Health and Wellbeing programme

Qualifications

• UK professional registration required.
• Membership of an appropriate professional body is preferred.
• Supervision of staff and students.
• Experience working with adults with complex physical, sensory and cognitive disabilities.

Responsibilities

• Provide therapy interventions to residents aged 18+.
• Support and encourage healthy lifestyle choices.
• Work with patients having complex needs.

Skills

Effective written and verbal communication in English

Ability to reflect on and critically appraise own practice

Computer skills including Microsoft and email

Strong presentation and training skills

Effective leadership skills

Flexibility, innovation and creativity to deliver client-centered services

Ability to work under pressure and prioritise to achieve service objectives

Willingness and ability to travel across East Suffolk

Education

Diploma or Degree in Occupational Therapy/Physiotherapist

Job description

A leading NHS organization in the UK is seeking a Community Occupational Therapist for a 12-month fixed-term contract. This role involves providing therapy interventions to adults in Felixstowe, encouraging healthy lifestyle choices, and managing complex patient needs. Applicants should have a degree in Occupational Therapy, UK registration, and experience in a community setting. This is a full-time position, working approximately 37.5 hours per week, with competitive pay and excellent benefits including training and development opportunities.