Community Occupational Therapist - Bristol

Job description

### **Band 6 Occupational Therapist – Community Services** **Location:** Bristol **Contract:** Temporary **Hours:** 4-5 days per week totaling 37.5 hours Our client is seeking an experienced **Band 6 Occupational Therapist** to join their team in Bristol. This role involves working across acute and community settings, supporting patients with complex needs and ensuring safe, timely discharges. #### **Key Responsibilities:** - Support **discharge planning**, prevent admissions, and manage frailty cases. - Provide interventions for patients with **falls risk, neuro, and orthopaedic needs**. - Work collaboratively with the multidisciplinary team to deliver patient-centered care. - Promote independence and functional recovery through evidence-based practice. #### **Requirements:** - HCPC registration as an Occupational Therapist. - Proven experience in acute and/or community settings. - Valid **driving licence and access to a car** (essential for community work). - Strong understanding of discharge pathways and admission avoidance. - Excellent communication and teamwork skills. #### **Why Join Our Client?** - Opportunity to work across diverse clinical areas including frailty, falls, neuro, and orthopaedics. - Supportive and collaborative team environment. - Competitive rates and flexible working arrangements.