Occupational Therapist - Orthopaedics

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) is one of the largest healthcare systems in the UK employing around 40,000 staff in a wide range of clinical and non‑clinical professions and job roles. We deliver acute hospital, primary, community and mental health care services to a population of over 1.15 million and a wider population of 2.2 million when our regional and national services are included.

We are seeking a highly motivated, enthusiastic occupational therapist, with developed rehabilitation knowledge and skills, to join our orthopaedic team in the Royal Alexandra Hospital. This post will be responsible for occupational therapy caseload management of both acute trauma and elective orthopaedic rehabilitation. Multi‑disciplinary and multi‑agency working with skilled communication is essential for the seamless transfer of patients to ongoing rehabilitation units and discharge into the community.

• Manage occupational therapy caseload for both acute trauma and elective orthopaedic rehabilitation.
• Collaborate with multi‑disciplinary and multi‑agency teams to ensure seamless transfer of patients to ongoing rehabilitation units and discharge into the community.
• Support the weekend service, working over 2 to 3 days (Saturday, Sunday and Monday) dependent on experience.
• Lead service development and actively participate in the 4 pillars of practice while engaging in CPD and audit.

• Diploma / Degree in Occupational Therapy with current registration with the HCPC and evidence of relevant postgraduate courses / CPD.
• PVG Scheme Membership (Protecting Vulnerable Adults).

Informal contact: Lynn McDevitt, Specialist Occupational Therapist – Lynn.

McDevittt –

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As from 1st April 2026, the Agenda for Change full‑time working week will be reducing from 37 to 36 hours per week. Part time hours will be reduced pro‑rata. However, there will be a corresponding increase in the hourly rate so that pay will not be affected.

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