Home-First OT Lead: Discharge Planning (Band 6)

HCRG Care Group; Gravesham; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization is seeking a motivated Band 6 Occupational Therapist for their Community Transfer of Care Hub at Gravesham Community Hospital. This role involves providing specialist OT expertise for effective discharge planning and supporting patients' safe transition from hospital to home. Ideal candidates are registered OTs with experience in community assessments and strong communication skills. This is a permanent full-time position with an annual salary, access to benefits, and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

NHS Pension

5% high cost area allowance

Membership of My Reward Hub

Access to eLearning and career pathways

Online support for wellbeing

Qualifications

• Registered Occupational Therapist with HCPC registration.
• Evidence of ongoing Continued Professional Development.
• Experience in discharge planning or community-based assessment.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialist OT input into discharge planning.
• Conduct community-based assessments in patients' homes.
• Support and guide the Hub team on day-to-day activities.
• Collaborate with patients to develop person-centred discharge plans.

Skills

Clinical reasoning

Communication skills

Discharge planning

Multi-agency collaboration

Education

Registered Occupational Therapist

HCPC registration

Job description

A healthcare organization is seeking a motivated Band 6 Occupational Therapist for their Community Transfer of Care Hub at Gravesham Community Hospital. This role involves providing specialist OT expertise for effective discharge planning and supporting patients' safe transition from hospital to home. Ideal candidates are registered OTs with experience in community assessments and strong communication skills. This is a permanent full-time position with an annual salary, access to benefits, and opportunities for professional development.