Senior Occupational Therapist

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Senior Occupational Therapist
KIMS Hospital, Maidstone

Full Time Permanent Vacancy

Competitive Salary, depending on experience

Are you a passionate Senior Occupational Therapist looking to make a real impact in patient care? Join KIMS Hospital, Kent’s largest independent hospital, and play a vital role in delivering high-quality, person-centred therapy.

What You’ll Do:

  • Work autonomously to assess and treat patients with complex needs in inpatient and pre-assessment settings.
  • Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to provide seamless, evidence-based care.
  • Lead and support therapy assistants and students while championing professional development.
  • Ensure excellent patient experience, communication, and service improvement.
  • Contribute to audits, research, and innovation in care delivery.

What We’re Looking For:

  • HCPC registered with a degree in Occupational Therapy.
  • At least 2 years’ experience managing complex caseloads.
  • Strong communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.
  • Passion for continuous improvement and patient-centred care.

KIMS Hospital employees enjoy the following benefits:

  • Competitive Salary
  • 25 days annual leave plus UK bank holidays and an extra day off for your birthday
  • Free secure staff parking
  • Pension scheme
  • Private health insurance
  • Life assurance
  • Up to 40% off some of KIMS Hospital services
  • Employee Assistance Platform
  • Retail discounts and cashback
  • Discounted gym membership
  • Annual flu vaccination
  • Free eye test

At KIMS Hospital we are committed to building a diverse and inclusive working environment. We strive to create a workforce that reflects the communities we serve and are proud to be an equal opportunities and disability confident employer.

If you have any queries regarding this vacancy, Juliet would be happy to help. Please give her a call on 01622 538114 or email recruitment@kims.org.uk.

Any offers of employment made by KIMS Hospital for this/these position(s) will be subject to proof of eligibility to work in the UK and receipt of a satisfactory DBS Certificate from the Disclosure & Barring Service.   Information about the DBS checks can be found at https://www.gov.uk/disclosure-barring-service-check

Posted 14th May 2025

KIMS Hospital, Maidstone. Picture: www.matthewwalkerphotography.com

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