Specialist Occupational Therapist - Palliative Care

Position: Specialist Occupational Therapist - Palliative Care

Location: Nearby to Marylebone, London

Salary: Up to £50,000 per annum

Are you a compassionate and skilled Occupational Therapist dedicated to enhancing the lives of individuals in palliative care? Join our esteemed Hospice Therapy team as a Specialist Occupational Therapist. Located just minutes from Central London, we offer an exciting opportunity to make a difference in the lives of our patients.

Responsibilities:

• Independently manage a diverse caseload of patients with specialized palliative care needs.
• Conduct thorough assessments and implement tailored occupational therapy interventions for individuals with life-limiting illnesses.
• Develop personalized treatment plans in collaboration with patients and their families, ensuring their active involvement.
• Continuously evaluate and adjust therapy interventions to address evolving patient needs.
• Demonstrate exceptional communication skills, particularly in conveying sensitive information with empathy.
• Work collaboratively with our multi-disciplinary team to enhance symptom management and improve patients' overall quality of life.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Bachelor of Science (BSc) degree in Physiotherapy or equivalent.
• Registration with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) for physiotherapy.
• Evidence of ongoing professional development post-graduation.
• Membership in a relevant specialist interest group.
• Demonstrated expertise acquired through post-graduate physiotherapy training.
• Previous experience in inpatient and rehabilitation settings, such as oncology or respiratory care.
• Proficient clinical reasoning skills for managing complex patient cases.
• Specialized knowledge in assessing and treating patients with complex conditions.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary up to £50,000 per annum.
• Comprehensive private healthcare coverage.
• Continuous training and development opportunities to advance your career.
• Generous benefits package, including 27 days of annual leave.
• Contributory pension schemes, with the option to continue the NHS pension.
• Employee discounts at local, national, and online retailers.
• Interest-free season ticket loans and cycle-to-work loan schemes.
• Recognition rewards for exceptional service excellence.

Act quickly to seize this opportunity, as demand is high. For further details or to express interest, please contact Tom Fitch at 07747 037168.

Requirements: UK-based experience is essential for this role.

Referral Program: Recommend talented healthcare professionals and receive high street vouchers as a reward for successful referrals.