Job Description

We have two part time 22.5 hour permanent positions available with an exciting opportunity to join our Neurology Service. Supporting patients in the acute Trust including Stroke Assessment Unit, Clatterbridge Rehabilitation Centre, Early Supported Discharge Service and Neuro Outpatient Services.



The main area for the role will be within Clatterbridge Rehabilitation Centre however this post will give opportunity to gain experience in acute, rehabilitation, community and outpatient services.



We are looking for enthusiastic candidates with clinical experience in neurology to come and join our team.



We have a very active therapy service at WUTH and there are many opportunities for people looking to enhance their clinical knowledge and experience within neurology.



There are opportunities to engage in training and development, innovative practice and service development.



You will have professional support for your CPD from Band 7 Therapy team Leaders and support from Senior Occupational Therapists from other specialities as required.



All new colleagues can expect to receive a warm and friendly Wirral welcome from the very first time they make contact with us. We are described as "competent and caring staff" by our patients.



Wirral University Teaching Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is situated on The Wirral peninsula which has a stunning coastline and beautiful countryside surroundings, with great activities for its residents.



We are one of the largest and busiest acute Trusts in the North West of England, comprising of the Wirral's only Emergency Department. We provide a high quality range of acute care services and employ over 6,000 staff, who serve a population of approximately 400,000 people across Wirral, Ellesmere Port, Neston, North Wales and the wider North West footprint.



We have approximately 855 beds trust-wide and our financial turnover is in excess of 337m.



The Wirral is easily accessible with excellent transport links including motorway, train, bus or ferry and within easy reach to the major cities of Liverpool, Chester and Manchester as well as neighbouring North Wales.



Please see Job overview & attached Job description for further information about the Senior Occupational Therapist position available with WUTH.