We have an exciting opportunity for a motivated and enthusiastic Neuro-OccupationalTherapist (OT) to join our Band 7 rotations within the well-established and dynamicNeurosciences department at the Royal Free Hospital, London.This 18-month rotational post offers a unique chance to develop specialist neurological skillsacross three diverse areas, each providing exposure to complex and rewarding caseloads.Acute Stroke & Neurology - Lead a team on our acute stroke unit, which has consistentlyachieved excellent SSNAP ratings. We are undertaking several exciting servicedevelopment projects to increase rehabilitation intensity in line with stroke guidelines, one ofwhich was presented at the UK Stroke Forum in 2024. Our acute neurology beds offerexposure to rare, long-term, chronic, and progressive neurological conditions.
Neuro REACT (Rehab & Complex Therapy) - Support patients transitioning from criticalcare to acute wards, delivering high-intensity neurorehabilitation and complex disabilitymanagement in an innovative and data-driven service with outstanding outcomes.Neurological Rehabilitation Centre (NRC) - Gain experience in a Level 2 inpatient rehabsetting based at Edgware Community Hospital, equipped with a therapy garden, kitchen, andspecialist robotic upper limb equipment.Therapy services at the Royal Free are truly interdisciplinary, with a strong emphasis onactive learning, development, and staff wellness. You will be well supported by Clinical LeadNeurosciences Band 8 OTs across both sites and provided with opportunities to lead teams,contribute to service improvements, and develop your management and leadership skills.We also have regular in-service training programmes, a dedicated therapies education team,and a dedicated therapies research and development team.
Please see attached job description for more information about this role and working at Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust.