Occupational Therapist

Bexhill on Sea Source: WhatJobs

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Community Occupational Therapist - Adult Sociallady Care

Location: Bexhill, East Sussex | Contract Type: Full‑time | Pay Rate: Up to £32 per hour | Contract Duration: Ongoing | HCPC Registration Required

Sanctuary Personnel, a leading recruitment agency within the UK health혜 sector, is currently looking for an experienced Community Occupational Therapist to join a dynamic community therapy team in Bexhill. This is an exciting opportunity for an OT seeking a community‑based role that focuses on promoting independence, rehabilitation, and quality of life for adults living in their own homes or supported settings.

Key Responsibilities

Conduct comprehensive functional assessments of patients in their home or community environments.
Develop and implement personalised rehabilitation plans, focusing on mobility, self‑care and daily living skills.
Provide equipment and adaptations recommendations to support safe and independent living.
Work as part of a multidisciplinary team (MDT) including physiotherapists, social workers and community nurses.
Support hospital discharge planning and facilitate safe transitions into community settings.
Monitor and evaluate patient progress, adjusting care plans as required.
Maintain accurate and timely patient documentation in accordance with professional standards.
Contribute to service development, supporting the delivery of high‑quality occupational therapy interventions.
Educate patients, carers and family members on rehabilitation techniques and safe equipment use.
Participate in case discussions, clinical supervision and continuous professional development (CPD) activities.

Requirements

HCPC registration as a qualified Occupational Therapist.
Degree or diploma in Occupational Therapy.
Proven experience in community or rehabilitation settings.
ص ability to manage a complex caseload independently while maintaining professional standards.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with patients and multidisciplinary colleagues.
Strong assessment787, documentation and time‑management skills.
Must be a registered car driver with access to a vehicle, as community travel is required.

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