Care Transfer Hub (Occupational Therapist)
LocationSheffield, England, United Kingdom
Posted At3/10/2026
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Occupational therapists
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Description
Within the Care Transfer Hub, the Occupational Therapy skillset takes a lead in supporting patient discharges that have a complexity around function or cognition or where there is lack of clarity
around which pathway is the best fit for a patient leaving the hospital.
The Therapist problem solves where there are challenges around discharge in 4 main areas that require a holistic approach and knowledge of overcoming functional or cognitive issues while
supporting reablement and maximizing independence.
Assisting in discharge planning where there are complex moving and handling needs. Particularly where patients have specific equipment requirements to support reablement at home. For example, bariatric patients where knowledge of equipment and function is needed to support optimal independence. This patient group may include identifying those who fit the criteria for proportionate care.
Overseeing discharges where cognitive impairment requires problem solving to facilitate pathway 1 back home. For example, when delirium and or dementia presents and re orientation at home is likely to improve function.
Where pathway 3 is not suitable but concerns remain from family and MDT. An understanding and support of ongoing needs and risks is required. Managing discharges where functional challenges could be overcome to facilitate pathway 1. This can then be
explained to patient family and carers to gain understanding and offer reassurance an
around which pathway is the best fit for a patient leaving the hospital.
The Therapist problem solves where there are challenges around discharge in 4 main areas that require a holistic approach and knowledge of overcoming functional or cognitive issues while
supporting reablement and maximizing independence.
Assisting in discharge planning where there are complex moving and handling needs. Particularly where patients have specific equipment requirements to support reablement at home. For example, bariatric patients where knowledge of equipment and function is needed to support optimal independence. This patient group may include identifying those who fit the criteria for proportionate care.
Overseeing discharges where cognitive impairment requires problem solving to facilitate pathway 1 back home. For example, when delirium and or dementia presents and re orientation at home is likely to improve function.
Where pathway 3 is not suitable but concerns remain from family and MDT. An understanding and support of ongoing needs and risks is required. Managing discharges where functional challenges could be overcome to facilitate pathway 1. This can then be
explained to patient family and carers to gain understanding and offer reassurance an
d support.
Early identification of patients with pre-existing complex challenges at home. Including those with previous extensive community involvement. They may have multiple health and or social needs. Where a sound understanding of the previous function and communication
with community services is needed. Using clinical reasoning and problem solving to implement early discharge planning
You will be working for an organisation which values and respects all of its staff and the community it serves. The Trust is a leader in the NHS and research sectors and provides excellent benefits for its staff. This includes commitments to professional development but also many policies to support employees in balancing their personal and professional lives.
For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Gregory Ramsden Job title: Operational Lead Therapist Care Transfer Hub Email address: gregory.ramsden@nhs.net Telephone number: 01143052300
Rachel Aiston
Occupational Therapist Clinical Specialist - Care transfer hub
0114 271 5867 / 0114 3052300
Working hours Tues-Friday 08.00-1600
Early identification of patients with pre-existing complex challenges at home. Including those with previous extensive community involvement. They may have multiple health and or social needs. Where a sound understanding of the previous function and communication
with community services is needed. Using clinical reasoning and problem solving to implement early discharge planning
You will be working for an organisation which values and respects all of its staff and the community it serves. The Trust is a leader in the NHS and research sectors and provides excellent benefits for its staff. This includes commitments to professional development but also many policies to support employees in balancing their personal and professional lives.
For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Gregory Ramsden Job title: Operational Lead Therapist Care Transfer Hub Email address: gregory.ramsden@nhs.net Telephone number: 01143052300
Rachel Aiston
Occupational Therapist Clinical Specialist - Care transfer hub
0114 271 5867 / 0114 3052300
Working hours Tues-Friday 08.00-1600