Mental Health Occupational Therapist - Bristol
Pulse Associates Limited · Bristol · posted 24 days ago
UK median £44,040
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| Percentile | Pay |
|---|---|
| 10th | £31,395 |
| 25th | £36,615 |
| 50th | £44,040 |
| 75th | £49,167 |
| UK median | £44,040 |
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Occupational Therapist – Enhanced Rehabilitation & Recovery Ward
Location: Bristol Contract: Locum Hours: 3-4 Days Per Week Start Date: 10th August 2026 Duration: Until Mid to End October 2026
Our client is seeking an experienced Occupational Therapist to join their team in Bristol on a locum basis. This role is based within the Enhanced Rehabilitation and Recovery Ward , supporting individuals with complex mental health and neurocognitive needs through person-centred assessment, treatment, and rehabilitation.
This is an excellent opportunity for an Occupational Therapist with experience in mental health and/or neurocognitive settings who is looking to work within a supportive multidisciplinary team while maintaining a significant level of autonomous practice.
Key Responsibilities:
Complete a range of occupational therapy assessments, including:
Initial assessments
Activities of Daily Living (ADL) assessments
Cognitive assessments
Financial capacity assessments
Sensory-informed assessments
Develop and implement person-centred care plans based on assessment findings.
Facilitate, coordinate, and delegate therapeutic interventions to support patient recovery and independence.
Assess, review, and recommend moving and handling equipment, including hoists, slings, and mobility aids.
Complete comprehensive risk assessments and ensure interventions are delivered safely and effectively.
Work closely with an Occupational Therapy Assistant and provide supervision and support as required.
Contribute to multidisciplinary care planning and clinical decision-making.
Utilise evidence-based practice to deliver high-quality occupational therapy interventions.
Requirements:
HCPC registration as an Occupational Therapist.
Previous experience working within mental health and/or neurocognitive settings .
Strong assessment and care planning skills.
Experience completing functional, cognitive, and risk assessments.
Ability to work both autonomously and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Commitment to delivering high-quality, person-centred care.
Multidisciplinary Team:
You will work alongside a dedicated team of professionals, including:
Nurses
Healthcare Assistants
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