Band 7 Occupational Therapist-Leatherhead

Job Title: Band 7 Occupational Therapist – Neurorehabilitation Specialist

Company: Pulse Mental Health

Location: Leatherhead, Surrey, UK

About Us: Pulse Mental Health is a leading recruitment agency specializing in mental health care services. We are committed to providing exceptional staffing solutions to support the diverse needs of our clients across the healthcare sector. Our mission is to connect talented professionals with rewarding opportunities where they can make a meaningful impact in the lives of individuals struggling with mental health challenges. As advocates for mental wellness, we are dedicated to fostering a supportive and inclusive work environment where everyone can thrive.

Position Overview: We are currently seeking a skilled and experienced Band 7 Occupational Therapist with expertise in neurorehabilitation to join our esteemed team in Leatherhead. In this role, you will play a key role in providing specialized occupational therapy services to individuals with neurological conditions, focusing on promoting recovery, independence, and quality of life.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct comprehensive assessments of patients with neurological conditions to identify functional deficits, goals, and barriers to recovery.
• Develop individualized treatment plans based on assessment findings, evidence-based practice guidelines, and patient-centered goals.
• Provide specialized neurorehabilitation interventions to address cognitive, motor, sensory, and psychosocial impairments, utilizing a holistic and client-centered approach.
• Collaborate closely with multidisciplinary teams, including physiotherapists, speech and language therapists, neuropsychologists, and rehabilitation nurses, to ensure coordinated and integrated care for patients.
• Monitor patients’ progress and adjust treatment plans as needed to optimize outcomes and promote long-term functional independence.
• Provide education and support to patients, families, and caregivers on strategies for managing neurological symptoms, maximizing independence, and facilitating community reintegration.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Occupational Therapy.
• Registration with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) as an Occupational Therapist.
• Significant experience working as an Occupational Therapist in neurorehabilitation settings, with a focus on neurological conditions such as stroke, traumatic brain injury, spinal cord injury, and neurodegenerative disorders.
• Advanced knowledge and skills in neurorehabilitation assessment, treatment, and intervention techniques.
• Strong clinical reasoning, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities, with the ability to develop and implement individualized treatment plans based on patient needs and goals.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with interdisciplinary teams and engage patients and their families in the rehabilitation process.
• Commitment to providing compassionate, person-centered care and promoting best practices in neurorehabilitation.

Benefits:

• 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 dedicated and experienced Occupational Therapist with expertise in neurorehabilitation and are passionate about making a difference in the lives of individuals with neurological conditions, we invite you to join our team at Pulse Mental Health. To apply, please submit your CV below.