Duty Occupational Therapist

Our client in Harrow are looking to recruit an enthusiastic Duty Occupational Therapist to join a well-structured and dynamic team. The client offers full time and part time contracts with the opportunity to work from home, a fair and manageable caseload and further training in your portfolio. The vacancy will be for an initial 3‑6 months with potential for extension.

Responsibilities

• Screen and prioritize incoming referrals based on urgency and risk.
• Determine appropriate pathways, including assessment, provision of advice, or signposting.
• Respond to duty queries from professionals, service users, and carers.
• Undertake occupational therapy assessments focusing on functional ability and independence.
• Identify environmental barriers and risks within the home.
• Recommend and arrange provision of community equipment (grab rails, seating, bathing aids).
• Assess for and refer for minor and major adaptations in line with legislation and local policy.
• Ensure safe and appropriate use of prescribed equipment.
• Respond to urgent cases, including hospital discharges and individuals at risk of admission.

Qualifications

• Previous experience working as an Occupational Therapist in duty.
• HCPC Registration.
• Enhanced DBS/CRB (we can obtain for you).
• Eligibility to work in the UK.
• Occupational Therapist Qualification.

Benefits

• Opportunity for additional training for both permanent and temporary staff within the authority.
• A very competitive rate of pay.
• Free onsite parking offered to all staff.

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