Occupational Therapist Frailty Specialist in Taunton inTaunton PUBLISHED WED 2 APR 2025 Jump to job information section

We are looking for dynamic and inspiring Occupational Therapist to join the Acute Response Team at Musgrove Park Hospital in Taunton.

You'll become part of a supportive team and service as well as working within a cohesive Geriatric multi disciplinary team.

We are committed to providing a workplace that helps you thrive, supporting you to continually develop and enjoy using your Occupational Therapy skills for the benefit of patients. The Acute Occupational Therapy service has been dedicated to transforming our services to facilitate our Occupational Therapists to use their skills to maximum potential with our Head OT speaking nationally about this work.

The Older people's services work within the Acute Response Team providing specialist assessment and interventions for patients admitted with a new event impacting on their ability to engage in the occupations that are important to them, supporting them to regain their independence or find ways to manage activities that are important to them to be able to leave the hospital. You will have a passion for supporting older people to live their best life and be an essential part of the MDT.

As a Band 6 Occupational Therapist, you will provide high-quality, patient-centred care to older adults in an acute setting, supporting their independence and facilitating timely hospital discharge. You'll work collaboratively with Front Door Frailty Teams, Hospital at Home services, and wider multidisciplinary teams to ensure a seamless and efficient patient journey.

If you are a dedicated Occupational Therapist looking for a role where you can make a meaningful difference, we'd love to hear from you.

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