Band 6 Occupational Therapist - Palliative Care

Band 6 Occupational Therapist - Palliative Care

(Minimum 6 months NHS experience is mandatory)

Band: Band 6
Job Title: Palliative Care Occupational Therapist
Location: Morriston Hospital, Swansea Bay NHS Trust
Pay Rate: £22 - £24 per hour
Pay Mechanism: Direct Engagement
Contract Duration: 13/03/2025 - 30/04/2025

Swansea Bay NHS Trust provides excellent healthcare services across South West Wales. Known for its patient-centered care, the Trust offers a wide range of services and is committed to innovation in health and social care, particularly through its major hospitals, including Morriston Hospital.

We are seeking a dedicated Palliative Care Occupational Therapist to join the palliative care service at Morriston Hospital, Ty Olwen. This role involves a mix of ward-based and community rehabilitation work. Ideal candidates will have experience in rehabilitation, hoisting, and manual handling, particularly in neuro or palliative care settings.

• Provide high-quality occupational therapy within the palliative care service.
• Deliver both ward-based care and community rehabilitation for palliative patients.
• Assess and develop personalized care plans to enhance the quality of life for patients with life-limiting conditions.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to deliver holistic care.
• Offer support with hoisting, manual handling, and rehabilitation as needed.

• HCPC registration as an Occupational Therapist.
• Experience in neuro or palliative care is desirable.
• Proficiency in rehabilitation, hoisting, and manual handling techniques.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work within a multidisciplinary team.

Please send your updated CV to or contact us at for further information, quoting job reference number BS/10479/OT2.