Rheumatology Occupational Therapist

Royal United Hospitals; Bath; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Bath is seeking a Band 6 Occupational Therapist for a 9-month fixed-term role. Responsibilities include managing an outpatient caseload and delivering therapy through various formats. The position offers opportunities for professional development and is part of a compassionate team focused on well-being. Interested candidates should contact for more information.

Benefits

Induction and ongoing training opportunities

Supportive and inclusive environment

Access to staff wellbeing programmes

Qualifications

• Experience working as an Occupational Therapist, preferably in rheumatology.
• Ability to handle diverse patient needs and treatment methods.
• Willingness to engage in continued education and training.

Responsibilities

• Hold a Rheumatology outpatient caseload including various arthritis and fibromyalgia.
• Provide therapy in person, virtually, and in groups.
• Support ongoing learning and participate in training opportunities.

Skills

Experience in rheumatology settings

Interest in group therapy delivery

Ongoing learning and personal development

Education

Band 6 Occupational Therapist or equivalent

Job description

Overview

An rare opportunity has arisen to work as a Band 6 Occupational Therapist with the Rheumatology Occupational Therapy team as part of a 9 month fixed term position to cover maternity leave. We are a team of Rheumatology Physiotherapists, Occupational Therapists and Therapy Support Workers who support patients with a variety of Rheumatic diseases. The service is based in a dedicated Therapies Centre near Rheumatology colleagues, providing treatment for patients living in the four local Integrated Care Systems (ICS) and those referred to us nationally.

The role offers a varied mix of patient-facing and administrative tasks. Therapy sessions are provided in person, by telephone, virtually and in group settings. The service includes the award-winning Bath Axial Spondyloarthritis Rehabilitation Programme and one of the few Fibromyalgia Self-Management group programmes in the region.

Responsibilities

• Hold a mixed Rheumatology outpatient caseload, including inflammatory and non-inflammatory arthritis, connective tissue disorders and fibromyalgia, as skills are developed.
• Provide therapy sessions in person, by telephone, virtually and in group settings.
• Support or deliver Axial Spondyloarthropathies residential group programme and group outpatient programmes as clinical skills grow.
• Engage in ongoing learning and personal development; participate in in-house and external training and induction.

Workplace and Team

Work as part of the Rheumatology Therapies team at the Royal United Hospitals Bath. This service is part of the Royal National Hospital for Rheumatic Diseases. The organisation values compassionate, person-centred care, continual learning and innovation, and staff wellbeing through a holistic wellbeing programme.

Requirements

• Band 6 Occupational Therapist or equivalent with experience in rheumatology settings preferred.
• The team typically works five days a week, with occasional weekend or Bank Holiday work.
• Interest in developing skills to support Axial Spondyloarthropathies residential group programmes and outpatient group delivery.

Rewards and Benefits

Induction, ongoing training opportunities, supportive and inclusive environment, and access to staff wellbeing programmes; opportunities to grow professionally in Bath with the Dyson Cancer Centre and related healthcare initiatives.

For informal details / visits contact: Name: Sandi Derham; Job title: Rheumatology Occupational Therapist; Email: [e-mail]; Telephone: [phone]