Occupational Therapist (rotation)

Job summary

Rotating through 5 different clinical areas (inpatient stroke, medical inpatients, community and rehabilitation unit) with opportunities to utilise transferable skills and learn about a wide variety of conditions in each rotation giving a fantastic range of experience to progress to more senior or specialised positions.

We are looking for motivated and dynamic Occupational Therapists to join our unique rotation programme. You will gain exposure to a full spectrum of different health care conditions and will have opportunities to work with highly specialist clinicians in a broad range of different clinical specialities within the New Forest and surrounding areas.

We are committed to continued professional development and promoting evidence informed practice to ensure a high standard of care throughout the service. We have a reputation for excellence in professional development through a comprehensive preceptorship programme, a wide range of internal courses, CPD opportunities and we also work closely with our local higher education organisations taking students from all surrounding universities.

This post would be suitable for either a newly qualified or experienced band 5.

Only open to applicants from Hampshire & Isle of Wight NHS system, which is limited to: Hampshire and Isle of Wight ICB, Hampshire & Isle of Wight Healthcare FT, Portsmouth Hospitals University NHS Trust, University Hospital Southampton FT, South Central Ambulance Service, Isle of Wight NHS FT or Hampshire Hospitals FT.

Main duties of the job

To assess and treat own caseload, with supervision from a senior and to maintain own records as an autonomous practitioner

To work as part of the therapy team and take part in staff meetings, and in-service training sessions.

To supervise and support students and support staff with support from Senior Therapists.

To contribute to the inter-disciplinary working by teaching, learning & practicing inter-disciplinary skills & techniques as defined by an agreed competency framework or training scheme.

About us

Hampshire and Isle of Wight Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is a newly established organisation, bringing together expertise from across mental health, learning disabilities, community, and physical health services. We are dedicated to delivering compassionate, high-quality, and accessible care to the diverse communities of Hampshire and the Isle of Wight.

With over 13,000 dedicated staff working across more than 300 sites, we place patients and staff at the centre of everything we do. Our goal is to create an integrated healthcare system that improves accessibility and ensures more consistent care for patients. By working together, we aim to improve patient outcomes, drive innovation, and meet the unique needs of the populations we serve.

Our Trust unites services from Southern Health, Solent NHS Trust, Isle of Wight NHS Trusts community and mental health teams, as well as Hampshire CAMHS, originally part of Sussex Partnership NHS Foundation Trust. This transformation enables us to deliver more seamless care across the region, ensuring that patients receive the right support, in the right place, at the right time.

Join us as we embark on this exciting journey to shape the future of healthcare across Hampshire and the Isle of Wight. We are deeply committed to our CARE values of compassion, accountability, respect, and excellence, and offer outstanding opportunities for career development, training, and collaborative working.

Employer details

Employer name

Hampshire and Isle of Wight Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Romsey Hospital

Winchester Hill

Romsey

Hampshire

SO51 7ZA

Employer's website

https://hiowhealthcare.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

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Employer details

Employer name

Hampshire and Isle of Wight Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Romsey Hospital

Winchester Hill

Romsey

Hampshire

SO51 7ZA

Employer's website

https://hiowhealthcare.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

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