Band 7 Occupational Therapist

Are you a Band 7 Occupational Therapist seeking a rewarding locum opportunity in Essex? This role offers a chance to work in a dynamic inpatient elective day surgery ward environment with excellent pay, supportive colleagues, and flexibility for the right candidate.

• Job Title: Occupational Therapist (Band 7)
• Location: Essex
• Duration: Ongoing Contract
• Schedule: Monday to Friday, 08:30–16:30 (Full-Time – 37.5 hours/week, Part-Time Considered)
• Start Date: ASAP
• End Date: Ongoing
• Rate of Pay: £29–30 per hour (depending on experience)
• Contact: Hannah Khalique – 0203 475 4858 / hkhalique@hg-ahp.com

What You’ll Be Doing:
As a Band 7 Occupational Therapist, you’ll play a key role in facilitating recovery and safe discharge for patients undergoing elective procedures. Your responsibilities will include:

• conducting functional assessments and post-op rehabilitation planning
• supporting patient recovery and discharge across elective surgery pathways
• collaborating with surgical, nursing, and AHP teams for joined-up care
• identifying equipment needs and home adaptations for post-discharge safety
• leading on clinical decision-making and mentoring junior staff

Requirements & Qualifications:
To be successful in this role, you will need:

• HCPC registration as an Occupational Therapist
• substantial experience working in surgical or inpatient OT settings
• strong clinical reasoning and discharge planning skills
• the ability to supervise and support junior team members
• excellent communication and documentation skills

Working Hours & Contract Duration:
This is a full-time position (Monday–Friday, 08:30–16:30), but part-time applicants will also be considered. The post is offered on an ongoing contract basis, with a strong likelihood of extension depending on service needs.

This opportunity won’t last long! Contact Hannah Khalique today at 0203 475 4858 or email hkhalique@hg-ahp.com or click below to apply now.

Why Choose Hunter Gatherer AHP?

Hunter Gatherer AHP is a leading UK recruitment agency for Allied Health Professionals (AHPs), specialising in locum and permanent roles across the NHS and private sector. We help Physiotherapists, Occupational Therapists, Radiographers, Sonographers, Speech & Language Therapists, and other AHPs find high-quality jobs that match their skills and career goals.

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