Occupational Therapist - Band 7 - Surgical

Band 7 Occupational Therapy Lead (Surgical)

Location: East Surrey Hospital - Redhill
Hours: 37.5 hours (Part-time considered)
Salary: AFC Band 7
Disclosure Required: Yes

Job Purpose

We are recruiting an experienced and motivated Band 7 Occupational Therapy Lead for the Surgical division. You will provide expert clinical leadership, manage and develop occupational therapy services within surgical wards, and support patients through complex post-operative recovery and rehabilitation.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate the surgical Occupational Therapy team, ensuring effective delivery of high-quality care.

• Manage complex surgical patient caseloads, providing specialist assessments and tailored interventions.

• Foster effective multidisciplinary collaboration to enhance patient outcomes and discharge planning.

• Supervise, mentor, and support junior occupational therapy staff and students.

• Contribute to service development, audits, and clinical governance activities.

• Ensure compliance with professional standards, Trust policies, and clinical guidelines.

Essential Criteria

• Degree/Diploma in Occupational Therapy

• HCPC registration

• Strong leadership, communication, and organisational skills

• Proven experience in staff management and service improvement

Benefits

• Opportunity for clinical leadership and career progression

• Supportive working environment

• Comprehensive NHS benefits package