Band 7 Occupational Therapist - A&E

Band 7 Occupational Therapist - A&E

(Minimum 6 months NHS experience is mandatory)

Band: Band 7
Location: Whiston Hospital, St Helens and Knowsley Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust
Pay Rate: £24 - £29 per hour
Pay Mechanism: Direct Engagement
Contract Duration: 01/04/2025 to 30/06/2025

St Helens and Knowsley NHS Trust is known for delivering high-quality patient care across Merseyside. Whiston Hospital is a leading healthcare provider with state-of-the-art facilities, offering exceptional emergency and acute care services.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Band 7 Occupational Therapist to join the A&E team at Whiston Hospital. The role involves rapid assessments, early intervention, and discharge planning in a fast-paced emergency setting, working closely with a multidisciplinary team.

• Conduct timely assessments and interventions for patients in A&E.

• Facilitate safe and efficient discharges, preventing unnecessary hospital admissions.

• Collaborate with doctors, nurses, and therapy teams to provide patient-centered care.

• Supervise and support junior therapists and therapy assistants.

• Contribute to service development and quality improvement initiatives.

• HCPC registered Occupational Therapist.

• Experience in A&E, acute care, or similar high-paced settings.

• Strong clinical reasoning and decision-making skills.

• Ability to work independently and within a multidisciplinary team.

• Commitment to continuous professional development.

Please send your updated CV to or contact us at for further information with the job reference number BS/18051/OT1.