Occupational Therapist - South Wales

Vivid Healthcare are currently working with a service in South Wales who are seeking an experienced Band 6 or Band 7 Locum Occupational Therapist to support their Preadmission Elective Service .

The role focuses on pre-operative assessments , primarily for patients undergoing hip and knee replacements . The majority of assessments and interventions are carried out virtually via telephone , with some requirement to follow up patients in the inpatient setting where needed.

You will join an established and supportive team currently delivering this service.

Key responsibilities include:

• Completing pre-operative OT assessments for elective orthopaedic patients
• Providing advice, education and early intervention to optimise patient readiness for surgery
• Identifying equipment, adaptation and discharge planning needs pre-admission
• Liaising with MDT colleagues to support smooth patient pathways
• Occasional inpatient follow-up as required

The ideal candidate will have:

• HCPC registration
• Experience working at Band 6 or Band 7 level
• Strong assessment and communication skills, particularly via telephone
• Ability to work independently as part of a wider MDT

To find out more or to apply, please get in touch with Vivid Healthcare today.