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Job Title: Band 6 Occupational Therapist - Discharge to Assess (D2A)
Location: Musgrove Park Hospital, Somerset NHS Foundation Trust
Department: Primary Care & Neighbourhoods - Community Services
Assignment Type: Locum
Working Pattern: Full-time preferred (part-time considered)
Banding: Band 6
Rate: 25.48 Umbrella Equivalent

Role Summary:
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Band 6 Occupational Therapist to join the D2A (Discharge to Assess) team at Musgrove Park Hospital. This is a community-facing role focused on supporting adults recently discharged from hospital into their own homes, with the aim of promoting independence and avoiding unnecessary readmission.

Key Responsibilities:
Undertake community-based Occupational Therapy assessments and interventions for adults post-hospital discharge

Work collaboratively with D2A provider agencies to deliver short-term reablement packages

Set patient-led SMART goals to support progression toward independence

Identify and recommend longer-term care and support needs based on clinical assessment

Engage in multidisciplinary discussions to ensure coordinated and holistic patient care

Maintain accurate and timely clinical records in line with Trust policies

Essential Requirements:
HCPC-registered Occupational Therapist

Proven experience in community rehabilitation and/or adult reablement

Strong understanding of discharge pathways and risk management in the community

Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle (essential due to travel requirements)

Willingness to work across geographical clusters and travel cross-county as needed

Additional Notes:
The service operates across multiple localities flexibility to meet patient needs across the region is essential.

Ideal for candidates with a passion for person-centred care and supporting recovery at home.

Eden Brown Synergy is an equal opportunities employer.

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