# Mental Health Occupational Therapist - Bristol at Pulse Healthcare

Mental Health Occupational Therapist - Bristol at Pulse Healthcare in Bristol. Posted August 3, 2026.

- Company: Pulse Healthcare
- Location: Bristol
- Posted: 2026-08-03
- Apply: https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/pulse/jobs/7824063003
- Source: https://jobmagic.ai/jobs/mental-health-occupational-therapist-bristol-pulse-healthcare-0jnqj8

## Requirements

- HCPC registration as an Occupational Therapist.
- Previous experience working within mental health and/or neurocognitive settings.
- Strong assessment and care planning skills.
- Experience completing functional, cognitive, and risk assessments.
- Ability to work both autonomously and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Commitment to delivering high-quality, person-centred care.

## Description

**Occupational Therapist – Enhanced Rehabilitation & Recovery WardLocation:** Bristol
**Contract:** Locum
**Hours:** 3-4 Days Per Week
**Start Date:** 10th August 2026
**Duration:** Until Mid to End October 2026

Our client is seeking an experienced **Occupational Therapist** to join their team in** Bristol** on a locum basis. This role is based within the **Enhanced Rehabilitation and Recovery Ward**, supporting individuals with complex mental health and neurocognitive needs through person-centred assessment, treatment, and rehabilitation.

This is an excellent opportunity for an Occupational Therapist with experience in **mental health and/or neurocognitive settings** who is looking to work within a supportive multidisciplinary team while maintaining a significant level of autonomous practice.

### Key Responsibilities:

- Complete a range of occupational therapy assessments, including:

- Initial assessments

- Activities of Daily Living (ADL) assessments

- Cognitive assessments

- Financial capacity assessments

- Sensory-informed assessments

- Develop and implement person-centred care plans based on assessment findings.

- Facilitate, coordinate, and delegate therapeutic interventions to support patient recovery and independence.

- Assess, review, and recommend moving and handling equipment, including hoists, slings, and mobility aids.

- Complete comprehensive risk assessments and ensure interventions are delivered safely and effectively.

- Work closely with an Occupational Therapy Assistant and provide supervision and support as required.

- Contribute to multidisciplinary care planning and clinical decision-making.

- Utilise evidence-based practice to deliver high-quality occupational therapy interventions.

### Requirements:

- HCPC registration as an Occupational Therapist.

- Previous experience working within **mental health and/or neurocognitive settings**.

- Strong assessment and care planning skills.

- Experience completing functional, cognitive, and risk assessments.

- Ability to work both autonomously and as part of a multidisciplinary team.

- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

- Commitment to delivering high-quality, person-centred care.

### Multidisciplinary Team:

You will work alongside a dedicated team of professionals, including:

- Nurses

- Healthcare Assistants

- Consultant Psychiatrist

- Specialty Doctor

- Physiotherapist

- Speech and Language Therapist

- Fitness Instructor

- Occupational Therapy Assistant

### Why Join Our Client?

- Flexible locum opportunity working 3-4 days per week.

- Opportunity to work within a specialist rehabilitation and recovery service.

- Supportive and collaborative multidisciplinary team environment.

- Varied caseload offering both assessment and intervention work.

- Chance to make a meaningful impact on patient recovery and independence.

- Immediate start available with a contract running through to October.