Senior Therapist - Frailty Unit

Job overview

Are you passionate about supporting frail patients in maintaining independence and maximizing health outcomes? Do you thrive in fast-paced environments and have a strong commitment to patient-centered care?

We are looking for a dedicated and dynamic Occupational Therapist or Physiotherapist to join our Urgent and Emergency Care Therapy Team for a 5-month position, working within our new Frailty Unit.

In this role, you’ll work as part of our Frailty Intervention Team, where you will:

• Assess, treat, and support frail patients, helping them achieve and maintain independence.
• Contribute to preventing hospital admissions and supporting complex discharges.
• Collaborate across multiple units, including the Emergency Department, Emergency Assessment Unit, and Short Stay Ward.
• Provide supervision and mentorship to Band 5 OTs and Physios, support student education, and assist in managing the daily operations of the team.
• Engage in service development projects aimed at improving patient care and team effectiveness.

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