Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a fixed-term Band 7 Occupational Therapist to join our dynamic Stroke and Neurology team at St Thomas' Hospital, working within the inpatient stroke/neuro outlier pathway. This is a unique role that offers the chance to shape and define Occupational Therapy practice within this developing area, supported by an experienced and innovative OT leadership team that values staff well-being, collaboration, and quality improvement.
We are seeking a motivated and flexible clinician with strong communication and problem-solving skills who is passionate about delivering high-quality, patient-centred care. You will play a key role in leading and coordinating Occupational Therapy input for patients with stroke and neurological conditions who are placed outside the core stroke units- ensuring timely assessment and intervention, with a focus on facilitating appropriate pathway management together with safe and efficient discharge planning within tight timeframes.
This role will enable you to apply and further develop your specialist clinical skills in the management of individuals with complex neurological and rehabilitation needs. You will also have the opportunity to grow your leadership capabilities, contribute to service development initiatives, and engage with both local and national agendas related to stroke, neurology, and acute care pathways.
Main duties of the job
Job Summary
-
To deliver a high-quality, expert Occupational Therapy service to patients with stroke and neurological conditions, including those outside designated stroke/neuro units at Guy's and St Thomas' hospitals.
-
To independently manage a complex caseload using advanced clinical reasoning and a client-centred approach to inform assessment, treatment, and discharge planning.
-
Provide leadership and line management to a designated team, including junior staff, therapy assistants, and technical instructors, offering supervision, guidance, and performance management.
-
Support junior staff in managing complex presentations, promoting the development of advanced clinical and reflective skills.
-
Lead the development and implementation of evidence-based practice within the Stroke and Neurology service, contributing to local service improvements and engaging with national initiatives.
-
Take responsibility for personal CPD, supervision, and contribution to the wider Occupational Therapy evidence base.
-
Support student education and supervision on clinical placements, maintaining high standards of learning and conduct.
-
Deliver patient-centred, evidence-informed interventions to optimise function in individuals with complex neurological needs. Assist the Heads of Service with operational and strategic development as required.
About us
Guy's and St Thomas' is among the UK's busiest and most successful NHS foundation trusts. We provide a full range of hospital and community services for people in south London and as well as specialist care for patients from further afield including cancer, renal, orthopaedic, respiratory and cardiovascular services.
We have a reputation for clinical excellence and high quality teaching and research. We are part of King's Health Partners, one of eight accredited UK academic health sciences centres. In partnership with King's College London we have dedicated clinical research facilities including an MHRA accredited Phase I clinical trials unit.
Patients are at the heart of everything we do and we pride ourselves on ensuring the best possible patient experience as well as safe, high quality care. We are proud to have one of the lowest mortality rates in the NHS. Following a comprehensive Care Quality Commission (CQC) inspection in 2019 we maintained our overall rating of 'good'. Our adult community services achieved a rating of 'outstanding'.
The commitment of our 23,500 staff is key to our success. We are one of the largest local employers and we aim to develop and support all our staff so they are able to deliver high quality, safe and efficient care.
Job description
Job responsibilities
-
To deliver a high-quality, expert Occupational Therapy service to a specialist caseload of patients with stroke and neurological conditions, including those placed outside designated stroke or neuro wards across St Thomas Hospital.
-
To independently manage a complex caseload using advanced clinical reasoning, critical thinking, and a client-centred approach to inform assessment, intervention, and discharge planning within the stroke and neurology pathways.
Please see attached job description for further details.
Job description
Job responsibilities
-
To deliver a high-quality, expert Occupational Therapy service to a specialist caseload of patients with stroke and neurological conditions, including those placed outside designated stroke or neuro wards across St Thomas Hospital.
-
To independently manage a complex caseload using advanced clinical reasoning, critical thinking, and a client-centred approach to inform assessment, intervention, and discharge planning within the stroke and neurology pathways.
Please see attached job description for further details.
Person Specification
Knowledge/Qualifications
Essential
- Diploma or Degree in Occupational Therapy
- HCPC Registration
- Postgraduate experience in Neurology in an acute/community environment
Desirable
Skills
Essential
- oKnowledge, understanding and application of Occupational Therapy process within Stroke/Neurology relating to client centred practice.
- oDemonstrate sound techniques in applying a range of sensory, physical and manual assessments and treatments.
- oExperience of working within multi-disciplinary teams, both diagnostic, rehabilitative and intervention services
- Understanding of different neurological clinical presentations, and how they can impact on function.
Desirable
- Ability to work with multi-disciplinary agencies often required for complex case management
- Knowledge of the Mental Capacity Act and associated frameworks
- Knowledge of manual handling and complex positioning/seating
- Previous experience of research and audit
- AMPS Training
Personal Qualities
Essential
- oExcellent communication and interactive skills.
- oWell developed personal, organisational and time management skills.
- oProactive and innovative approach
Desirable
- Membership of professional body. Membership of RCOT Special Interest Group.
Person Specification
Knowledge/Qualifications
Essential
- Diploma or Degree in Occupational Therapy
- HCPC Registration
- Postgraduate experience in Neurology in an acute/community environment
Desirable
Skills
Essential
- oKnowledge, understanding and application of Occupational Therapy process within Stroke/Neurology relating to client centred practice.
- oDemonstrate sound techniques in applying a range of sensory, physical and manual assessments and treatments.
- oExperience of working within multi-disciplinary teams, both diagnostic, rehabilitative and intervention services
- Understanding of different neurological clinical presentations, and how they can impact on function.
Desirable
- Ability to work with multi-disciplinary agencies often required for complex case management
- Knowledge of the Mental Capacity Act and associated frameworks
- Knowledge of manual handling and complex positioning/seating
- Previous experience of research and audit
- AMPS Training
Personal Qualities
Essential
- oExcellent communication and interactive skills.
- oWell developed personal, organisational and time management skills.
- oProactive and innovative approach
Desirable
- Membership of professional body. Membership of RCOT Special Interest Group.
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.
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 (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
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.
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 (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
