Somerset NHS Foundation Trust
Occupational Therapist - Discharge to Assess
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Band 6 Occupational Therapist - Discharge to Assess
Secondment / Fixed Term Contract considered also!
Sedgemoor Area
We are looking for dynamic and inspiring senior Occupational Therapist to join the Discharge to Assess (D2A) service part of the wider Intermediate Care service for Somerset.
The senior Occupational Therapy role within the Discharge to Assess (D2A) team provides expert, patient-centred assessment and rehabilitation to support safe, timely discharge from hospital settings. Working autonomously and as part of a multidisciplinary team, the post holder delivers advanced Occupational Therapy assessments, clinical decision making, and discharge planning for patients with a variety of physical, functional, and social needs.
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The role focuses on assessing patients in their usual place of residence to determine ongoing rehabilitation, care, and equipment requirements, promoting independence and preventing unnecessary hospital admission or readmission. The Occupational Therapist plays a key role in coordinating care across health and social care services, providing clinical expertise, advice, and support to colleagues within the D2A pathway.
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The post holder contributes to service development, quality improvement, and education, ensuring evidence-based practice and adherence to local and national discharge and rehabilitation standards.
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