Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust
Rotational Occupational Therapist
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Join MFT as an Occupational Therapist
Join MFT as an Occupational Therapist where we’re proud to empower our patients to achieve their goals & enjoy life to the full. We have a vacancy in our acute Band 5 rotation based in North Manchester General, with access to community rotations in stroke, community neuro and intermediate care. Whether you favour working in the hospital or the community, it’s all here for you. Come and join our rotation and gain invaluable exposure & choose the specialism for you, you’ll boost your Occupational Therapy career at one of the largest NHS Trusts in England. And, as we continually strive to improve services for our patients, families, & our teams too, you’ll use the biggest digital EPR system of its kind; ‘Hive’ to drive a culture of exciting innovation.
About the Role
With a commitment to multi-disciplinary working to achieve the best possible care to our patients, you’ll join a dedicated integrated therapy team alongside physiotherapists, speech & language therapists, and Rehabilitation Assistants. Moreover, using your practiced knowledge of occupational therapy assessment & treatment technique, you’ll provide expert advice to ensure our patients gain full understanding, cooperation, compliance, and consent.
Why MFT?
Let’s tell you more about why MFT is the best career move to kickstart your career, if you’re dedicated to providing the best possible care across Greater Manchester and beyond, with the skills, knowledge & values that match ours.
Responsibilities
Importantly, with a recognised degree in occupational therapy or equivalent & registered with the Health & Care Professionals Council, you’ll monitor & review occupational therapy care plans against outcome measures & adjust care plans to facilitate achievement of goals.
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With strong organisational, planning & prioritisation skills, you’ll maintain accurate & comprehensive records of assessment & treatment in line with Royal College of Occupational Therapy national standards & local policy.
You’ll effectively examine & assess patients, identifying their problems & needs ensuring that medical, psychological, social, environmental & cultural factors are taken in to account.
What’s more, with a flexible attitude & the ability to adapt working in different specialties & different environments, you’ll maintain a calm & professional approach to all duties participating in weekend rota.
It goes without saying, as a naturally empathetic individual with excellent communication & interpersonal skills, you’ll build rapport & demonstrate compassion towards patients & carers, providing effective advice to individuals during difficult circumstances.
Finally, as a problem solver, with well-developed concentration & analytical skills, you’ll utilise examination & assessment findings to competently plan & carry out realistic programmes of treatment from a range of therapeutic options appropriate to each patient using evidence-based practice.
About MFT
Join Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT) and become part of a 30,000 plus strong team, delivering exceptional care to over 1 million people every year. As the largest provider of specialist services, and our Oxford Road Campus in Manchester, the largest health academic campus in Europe, we are forward-thinking, committed to clinical excellence and driven to deliver innovation, and continuous improvement.
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Whether you’re beginning your career or taking the next step, MFT offers a stimulating and supportive environment where your contribution truly matters. Our Hive Electronic Patient Record system enables safer, smarter, and more efficient ways of working - empowering you to deliver the best possible outcomes for our patients.
You’ll be part of a collaborative, multi-disciplinary community, working alongside professionals from a wide range of clinical backgrounds. Together, we push boundaries, share knowledge, and deliver care that transforms lives.
At MFT, you’ll find a workplace where everyone is respected, supported, and encouraged to thrive. We offer clear clinical pathways for professional development, helping you grow your skills and achieve your ambitions.
Your journey at MFT is more than a job - it’s an opportunity to make a lasting impact. We’ll support you as you shape the future of healthcare, one patient at a time.
Contact Information
For further details / informal visits contact:
- Name: Nicolas Young
- Job title: Site lead OT
- Email address: nicholas.young@mft.nhs.uk
- Telephone number: 0161 720 2895
Please contact Nicolas Young on the email address above or at the OT department office on 0161 720 2895
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