Abigail Rose

Occupational therapy – student (Band 5 newly qualified)

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2 Middleton crescentMember since June 7, 2026

Holistic occupational therapy assessmentDischarge planning and safe transition of careFrailty and falls risk awarenessEquipment provision and minor adaptationsMDT collaborationPerson-centred goal settingClinical reasoning and reflective practiceTime management and caseload prioritisationAccurate clinical documentationActivity analysisSensory-based approachesFamily-centred practiceCognitive assessmentFunctional observationBehaviour-informed intervention strategiesCommunication

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Holistic occupational therapy assessmentDischarge planning and safe transition of careFrailty and falls risk awarenessEquipment provision and minor adaptationsMDT collaboration

About

I am a soon-to-be qualified Occupational Therapist graduating from the BSc (Hons) Occupational Therapy programme at the University of Plymouth. I am a motivated, compassionate, and reflective practitioner with a strong interest in frailty and intermediate care services. I am committed to delivering person-centred, evidence-based care that promotes independence, functional ability, and quality of life.

Through my practice placements, I have developed skills in holistic assessment, goal setting, discharge planning, and multidisciplinary team working across acute and community settings. I am confident in adapting my communication style to meet individual needs and supporting people with a range of physical, cognitive, and psychosocial challenges.

Experience

Occupational Therapy Student – Practice Placements - University of Plymouth

Completed 3 clinical practice placements across paediatric private practice, acute inpatient rehabilitation, and inpatient dementia care

Developed competence in holistic occupational therapy assessment, clinical reasoning, and intervention planning under supervision
Experience supporting individuals with complex needs including post-surgical rehabilitation (amputees), cognitive impairment (dementia), and developmental conditions (paediatrics)
Contributed to MDT working including occupational therapists, physiotherapists, nurses, and medical teams
Supported discharge planning, equipment provision, and functional rehabilitation to promote independence and safety
Gained experience in documentation, risk assessment, and reflective practice in line with HCPC standards

Occupational Therapy Student – Placement 1 (Paediatrics) - Private Practice

Completed an occupational therapy placement within a private paediatric service, working with children presenting with developmental, sensory, and functional difficulties

Supported assessment and intervention planning under supervision, contributing to person-centred goal setting with children and families
Developed skills in communication, engagement, and adapting therapeutic activities to meet individual needs
Gained experience in activity analysis, sensory-based approaches, and family-centred practice
Strengthened clinical reasoning and reflective practice within a private healthcare setting

Occupational Therapy Student – Placement 2 (Acute Inpatient - Amputees) - Acute Inpatient Setting

Worked within an acute inpatient setting supporting patients following upper and lower limb amputations

Assisted with holistic assessments focusing on functional ability, discharge planning, and rehabilitation goals
Gained experience in post-operative rehabilitation, phantom limb considerations, and early-stage functional recovery
Supported provision of equipment and recommendations to facilitate safe discharge and maximise independence
Worked closely with MDT members including surgeons, physiotherapists, nurses, and prosthetics teams

Occupational Therapy Student – Placement 3 (Inpatient Dementia Ward) - Inpatient Dementia Ward

Completed a placement on an inpatient dementia ward supporting adults with cognitive impairment and complex care needs

Developed skills in cognitive assessment, functional observation, and behaviour-informed intervention strategies
Supported patients with maintaining independence in activities of daily living through graded assistance and environmental adaptation
Worked with families and carers to promote understanding of dementia and support discharge planning where appropriate
Strengthened communication skills using adapted approaches for cognitive and communication difficulties