Advanced Occupational Therapist – Intensive Care Unit; ICU

Advanced Occupational Therapist – Intensive Care Unit (ICU)

You will be a valued member of the integrated OT/PT therapy respiratory team, working closely with specialist SLTs and Dietitians in a fast‑moving ICU/Respiratory setting. The role is designed for an experienced Band 6 or Band 7 Occupational Therapist with critical‑care and respiratory experience, who can support the 21‑bed general Critical Care Unit and the 22‑bed respiratory ward. The post can be offered as a development opportunity: start as a Band 6 Occupational Therapist with progression to Band 7 upon completion of set competencies within 12 months.

The successful candidate will be supported to gain in‑depth knowledge and experience in complex ICU case management through an individualised competency framework.

• Deliver advanced Occupational Therapy intervention for the ICU and respiratory ward.
• Lead advanced cognitive and functional assessment and treatment of patients with complex, acute and/or chronic conditions, including psychosocial, emotional and cognitive issues.
• Participate in service reviews, audits and implement evidence‑based therapy practice/standards alongside the Clinical Specialist Physiotherapist, Highly Specialist Speech and Language therapist and Dietitian.
• Provide formal supervision to Band 5/6 Occupational Therapists and/or therapy assistants/students, and informal support to Band 5/6 physiotherapists.

• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to facilitate change and development.
• Flexible approach and strong teamwork, capable of working autonomously and as part of the wider MDT.
• Clinical knowledge and experience with critical care and respiratory patient cohorts.
• Desirable: experience of service development in the ICU/respiratory area.
• Band 6 or Band 7 Occupational Therapist experience (required).

• Mid‑Senior level

• Full‑time

• Health Care Provider
• Hospitals and Health Care