About the Role
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a motivated and skilled Physiotherapist, Occupational Therapist, or Nurse Assessor to join the Hospital Intervention Team (HIT) at East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust. This is a permanent full‑time and part‑time position at Conquest Hospital in Hastings and EDGH in Eastbourne. Service hours: Monday‑Friday 8:00 am‑8:00 pm; Saturday‑Sunday 8:00 am‑6:00 pm.
About the HIT Team
The HIT team is a multidisciplinary group of nurses, occupational therapists, and physiotherapists who work across Emergency Departments and key gateway wards to support admission avoidance and facilitate timely, safe discharges, directly supporting patient flow across the hospital and wider healthcare system.
Responsibilities
- Identify patients suitable for early supported discharge, virtual ward referral, or community input.
- Visit patients in their homes to support rapid discharge and ensure continuity of care where needed.
- Proactively assess patients for safe and timely discharge.
- Prevent unnecessary hospital admissions through early intervention and MDT collaboration.
- Support virtual ward referrals and contribute to care planning for patients managed in the community.
- Liaise effectively with acute, community and social care teams to coordinate person‑centred care.
- Contribute to service development and ongoing refinement of interdisciplinary ways of working.
Qualifications
- Professional registration with HCPC (OT/Physio) or NMC (Nurse Assessor).
- Clinical experience across core areas relevant to acute or community settings.
- Excellent assessment, communication, and problem‑solving skills.
- Proactive, team‑oriented approach to supporting patient care and system flow.
- Ability to work under pressure in a fast‑paced environment.
Benefits
- Staff development opportunities.
- Enrolment in the NHS pension scheme.
- Auto‑enrolment to the Temporary Workforce Service.
- Access to onsite nurseries, staff restaurants and accommodation.
- Free psychological support via the Employee Assistance Programme.
- Onsite parking available from £50 per year.
Closing Date
This advert closes on Friday, 24 Apr 2026.
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