Address Join the Royal Surrey Foundation Hospital as a Band 5Occupational Therapist. Embark on diverse rotations, from cutting-edge fast track hip/knee replacements to rapid assessments in A&E. Develop specialised skills in Stroke/Neurology, Older persons Unit, sub-acute rehab and more.
Whether you’re kick starting your career or seeking a new challenge, our supportive environment ensures a smooth transition to autonomy. Benefit from a Preceptorship program for newly qualified staff and guidance from experience team leads.
Our service operates 7 days a week and the post holder will be expected to work some weekends and bank holidays. Essential car use unlocks flexibility. Become part of our friendly, dynamic team with a commitment to professional development, clinical supervision, and continuing education.
Enjoy a range of perks, including a well-stocked Gym, accommodation at the Royal Surrey Hospital site and opportunities for personal and professional growth.
Apply now for a fulfilling career with us!
Our rotations include: -
Orthopaedics
A&E, EAU and SAU
Older Persons Unit
Stroke/Neurology
Medicine/Surgery
Milford Hospital
HOST (Hospital Outreach Support Team)
Royal Surrey is a compassionate and collaborative acute and community Trust. Recognising that our 5000 colleagues are our greatest strength, we offer a comprehensive health and wellbeing program along with a commitment to developing and advancing your career. Our diverse and welcoming Royal Surrey family will ensure you that you feel valued from your initial interview through your entire tenure.
We are clinically led and provide joined up care by bridging the gap between hospital and community services alongside regional specialist cancer care. Our main acute hospital site is in Guildford with community hospital sites at Milford, Haslemere and Cranleigh. We provide adult community health services in homes across Guildford and Waverley.
We have received an overall Good rating from the CQC with Medical care (including older peoples care), End of Life Care and Maternity services being deemed Outstanding by the CQC.
Royal Surrey has a strong reputation and history to build on. We are proud of our achievements and we are investing in our colleagues through our commitment to supporting professional development as well as investing more than £45 million in our physical environment and new equipment in the next few years. There has never been a better time to join us.
Although it isn't the Trusts normal practice, adverts may close early, so you are encouraged to submit an application as soon as possible.
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The post holder is responsible for providing an Occupational Therapy service to routine and complex patients within specialty groups across the acute and community services.
Responsible for patients referred for Occupational Therapy assessment,
rehabilitation, management and discharge planning within the Multi-disciplinary team, throughout speciality teams within the Royal Surrey services.
To undertake assessments of individuals, including functional and environmental factors. To devise implement and evaluate patient centred treatment plans
To communicate effectively with the MDT and outside agencies.
To provide an effective high quality service to patients
To participate in training and supervision of assistants/techs and students
To undertake evidence based projects as required
