Occupational Therapist - Band 6

Location: Royal Free Hospital

Job Title: Hand Therapy & Plastic Surgery Occupational TherapistDepartment: Occupational Therapy, Hand Therapy UnitReports To: Lead Occupational Therapist / Hand Therapy Manager

Working Hours : 37.5hours

Start Date: 4th Nov 2024

Start date: ASAP End date: Ongoing

Position Summary:

• The Hand Therapy & Plastic Surgery Occupational Therapist is responsible for providing specialized care to patients recovering from injuries, surgeries, and conditions affecting the upper extremities, with a focus on hand therapy and post-operative plastic surgery rehabilitation.

• This role includes assessing patient needs, developing customized treatment plans, and working collaboratively with surgeons, other healthcare professionals, and the patients themselves to achieve optimal outcomes.

• Conduct comprehensive assessments of patients referred from hand surgery and plastic surgery, evaluating range of motion, strength, dexterity, and functional limitations.

• Utilize diagnostic and therapeutic techniques specific to upper extremity conditions, trauma, or post-surgical recovery, with a specialized focus on hand therapy and scar management.

Please contact Tom for further details