Band 6/7 Occupational Therapist or Physiotherapist

Pulse Mental Health, a leading recruitment agency, is actively seeking an experienced Physiotherapist/Occupational Therapist to join a dynamic NHS Trust in North London. This role focuses on Emergency Department and Assessment Units, with a particular emphasis on admission avoidance. If you are a dedicated professional with transdisciplinary working experience, we invite you to be a part of this exciting opportunity.

Role and Responsibilities:

As a Physiotherapist/Occupational Therapist (Band 6/7) specializing in Emergency Department and Assessment Units, your role will be instrumental in the delivery of effective care with a focus on admission avoidance. Key responsibilities include:

1. Assessment and Intervention: Conduct thorough assessments of patients in the Emergency Department and Assessment Units, implementing timely and targeted interventions to prevent unnecessary hospital admissions.

2. Admission Avoidance Strategies: Work collaboratively with healthcare professionals to develop and implement admission avoidance strategies, ensuring optimal patient outcomes.

3. Transdisciplinary Working: Foster effective transdisciplinary collaboration, working closely with colleagues in various specialties to provide holistic and patient-centered care.

4. Rehabilitation: Provide rehabilitation services to enhance the functional independence of patients, facilitating their safe discharge from the Emergency Department and Assessment Units.

5. Clinical Documentation: Maintain accurate and comprehensive clinical records, adhering to relevant guidelines and policies.

Requirements:

• Degree in Physiotherapy or Occupational Therapy and HCPC registration.
• Substantial experience in Emergency Department and/or Assessment Units.
• Demonstrated expertise in admission avoidance strategies.
• Proven ability to work effectively in a transdisciplinary team.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Why Pulse?

• First class support and advice from our team of dedicated and experienced consultants
• £300 recommend a friend bonus scheme
• Have access to ipoint our Electronic timesheet processing app
• Variety of work opportunities in both the NHS and private sectors
• Access to high-quality CPD training events
• Different payment methods available PAYE, Umbrella, PSC and LTD

How to Apply:

If you are a motivated and experienced Physiotherapist/Occupational Therapist with a background in the Emergency Department and Assessment Units, and a passion for admission avoidance, we invite you to apply for this fulfilling position. Please submit your CV and a cover letter detailing your relevant experience. 

Pulse Mental Health is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds and experiences.

We are unable to support or accept applications from candidates who are residents within the Red or Amber list of the Code of practice for the international recruitment of health and social care personnel in England, based on the World Health Organization (WHO) Workforce Support and Safeguard List.