Locum Band 6 Community Reablement Occupational Therapist - Scotland

JustOT are currently recruiting for an experienced Band 6 Community Reablement Occupational Therapist to join a team in Scotland.

This is an exciting opportunity to work within a pilot Discharge to Assess scheme, supporting patients to return home from hospital as quickly and safely as possible, with timely AHP assessments and reablement interventions in their own homes.

The service aims to maximise patients' independence, helping individuals who were previously independent at home to regain their functional abilities or reduce their ongoing care needs.

Key Responsibilities:

• Carry out occupational therapy assessments within patients' own homes and community settings.
• Support timely hospital discharges through the Discharge to Assess pathway.
• Assess patients' functional abilities and identify appropriate reablement interventions.
• Develop and implement person-centred plans to maximise independence.
• Support patients to regain previous levels of function and reduce ongoing care requirements.
• Work collaboratively with the wider MDT to ensure safe and effective discharge planning.

About the Service:

The team covers the local community hospital, including assessments of patients on the ward. The majority of the caseload will involve patients who are resident in the local area but are currently in hospital elsewhere.

Requirements:

• Previous community occupational therapy experience preferred.
• Experience in reablement, rehabilitation or discharge planning would be advantageous.
• Must have access to their own car for community visits.
• Ability to work independently and manage a varied caseload.

If you are a Band 6 Occupational Therapist with community experience and are looking for your next locum opportunity in Scotland, JustOT would love to hear from you!