Job Description

Occupational Therapist - Band 7



51,883 - 58,544 per annum inclusive of Hcas



The post holders will promote independence by utilising rehabilitation and enablement interventions, working collaboratively with a vast range of key health and social care teams and services within the community, as well as voluntary and public sector providers, to ensure the successful delivery of the Home Pathway Service in Bromley



Your role will encompass c ompleting complex asse ssment and treatment plans, developing and leading group education and treatment, and Occupational & physiotherapy service development. The post will primarily involve working with elderly patients and their families with a focus on goal-orientated discharge planning within their homes .



Band 6 occupational therapists with previous rehab and rotational experience are welcome to apply as this will be a supported position.



Interviews expected to beheld on ar close to 28th May 25



The individual in this position is responsible for safeguarding children, young people, and adults at risk. They will receive training at the appropriate level based on their role.



The post holder is expected to demonstrate the values of Bromley Healthcare including;



Belonging



Health and wellbeing



Continuous learning and innovation



Compassion



The post holder is expected to work within the requirements of the 6 C's - Care, Compassion, Competence, Communication, Courage and Commitment.



The post holder is expected to comply with all Bromley Healthcare's relevant policies, procedures and guidelines; including the appropriate code (s) of conduct associated with this post.



The job description outlines the immediate requirements and objectives for the position. It is important to note that this is not a comprehensive list of all duties and responsibilities. The individual in this role may be asked to perform additional tasks that are appropriate for their job grade, as directed by their line manager. This job description will be reviewed regularly to reflect changes in service requirements, and any adjustments will be discussed with the employee.



Bromley Healthcare, as a community interest company, offers an extensive array of services ranging from community nursing, including district nursing and health visiting, to specialised nursing care, along with therapy services catering to individuals across various age groups.



Compensation is contingent upon NHS experience and current banding/pay point.



We provide an outstanding benefits package, which includes pension schemes, discounted gym memberships, a cycle-to-work scheme, access to home furnishings and electronics, access to Employee Assistance Program (EAP), discounts at various high street retailers, eligibility for the Blue Light Card, the opportunity to apply for low-interest personal loans, and an excellent lease car scheme. Additionally, we are continuously striving to enhance our employee benefits offerings.



The successful applicant will be s u pported and upskilled to gain experience in a leadership role to include the following responsibilities;



Co-running Home Pathway with service lead and band 7 PT.



S upervision of junior staff ( Nursing Rehabilitation Assistants ), PT's and OT's.



Individual caseload management and supervision of team caseload management.



C ompleting return to work and managing sickness as per policy.



Carrying out detailed and timely appraisals in keeping with KPI's



Co-l ead on the coordination of all discharges from the Home Pathway Team .



Lead on therapy input in the weekly consultant-led MDT.



T he post holder will be expected to streamline processes to su pport efficiency within the Home Pathway .



Service development; a review of current occupational therapy services and an innovative approach to develop ing new aspects of the service.



Lead on competency training for nursing rehabilitation assistants and therapy staff



Completing Audits



Supporting patient allocations with the admin team and reviewing new patients in the service.