Sajida Zulfiqar

Sajida Zulfiqar has a diverse work experience in the field of occupational therapy. Their most recent position is as an RCOT Specialist in Major Health Conditions at the Royal College of Occupational Therapists, starting in 2022. Prior to this, they worked as a Lead Discharge To Assess Occupational Therapist at Optalis, where they led a team to support timely discharges of complex patients across Berkshire. Sajida also worked as an Advanced Independent Occupational Therapist at Think Therapy 1st. In 2021, Sajida held the role of Highly Specialised Occupational Therapist at East London NHS Foundation Trust, where they managed community OT services. From 2018 to 2021, they worked as a Senior Occupational Therapist at Berkshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust, focusing on rehabilitation services and triaging referrals. Sajida also has experience as an Independent OT Consultant in the private sector and as the Chief Executive Officer of Wycombe Therapist Ltd, providing private OT assessments. Additionally, they have worked in specialized trauma and orthopedic OT roles at Stoke Mandeville Hospital, as a Highly Specialised Rapid Response Occupational Therapist in the NHS, and as a Private Sector Clinical Lead Occupational Therapist at Simply Healthcare Group.

Sajida Zulfiqar completed their Bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy at Brunel University from 2008 to 2011. In 2009 to 2010, they pursued Advanced Molecular Medicine at The Open University. Sajida also studied Human Genetics and molecular studies and infection at The Open University, although the specific dates are not mentioned. Additionally, they have obtained certifications as a Qualified Continuing Healthcare Assessor from NHS England in 2013, a Brain Injury Assessment from NHS and private sector in 2012, and completed training in various cognitive impairment assessments through the NHS.