Hannah Fitzpatrick

Clinical Case Manager

Professional Summary

Hannah is a highly experienced Brain Injury Case Manager based in the South of the UK, with a specialist background in neurological occupational therapy. She has worked across multiple acute and community NHS Trusts, delivering expert care to both young and older adults with complex neurological conditions and trauma.

She is proficient in producing Initial Needs Assessments (INA) with her reports used as case studies for best practice. Hannah’s clinical experience spans acute and community mental health, social services, and liaison psychiatry, giving her a comprehensive understanding of multidisciplinary care.

Passionate about advocacy and access to participation, Hannah actively campaigns for inclusive environments—from overseas travel to vehicle and motorcycle adaptations. Her commitment to client-centred care and her role as an expert care witness reflect her dedication to improving outcomes and empowering individuals through specialist support.

Experience

Associate Case Manager

Key Case Management Ltd - July 2025 - Present

Associate Expert Care Witness

TG Associates - March 2025- Present

Brain Injury Case Manager

Independent Living Solutions Ltd - Feb 2022 - Feb 2025

Locum Specialist OT

Kent Community Healthcare NHS Trust, The Coxheath Clinic
May 2019 - Sept 2024

  • Prioritising and managing an individual caseload of patients awaiting home treatment and adaptations following diagnosis of stroke, brain cancer and other neurological conditions.

Occupational Therapist

Kent County Council - March 2024 - August 2024

Locum Specialist OT

Dartford & Gravesham NHS Trust, Darent Valley Hospital
Jan 2019 - April 2019

  • Task allocation and supervising a team of five OTs and Therapy Assistants in stroke unit and general wards.

Senior Occupational Therapist

Medway NHS Foundation Trust, Medway Maritime Hospital
Nov 2016 - May 2019

Professional Registration

  • Health and Care Professions Council
  • BABICM Member
  • Royal College of Occupational Therapists
  • RCOT Neuro Specialist Section
  • Mind
  • Parkinson’s UK
  • The Encephalitis Society

Qualifications

  • BSc Hons: Occupational Therapy (2016)
  • End of Life Care Training Modules Ellenor Hospice Care (2022)
  • Stroke Training & Awareness Resources (STARs) Core Competencies & Advanced Training (2019)
  • British Association for Behavioural & Cognitive Psychotherapies Accredited certificate ‘Working with Obsessive Compulsive Disorder & Compulsive Hoarding’ (2016)

Areas Covered

  • Kent
  • London
  • South East
  • East of England

Key Skills

  • Brain Injury Case Management -Experienced in coordinating care and rehabilitation for adults with catastrophic neurological trauma
  • Advanced Occupational Therapy Practice
  • Multidisciplinary Collaboration - Works effectively with legal teams, healthcare professionals, emergency services, charities, and local authorities
  • Client Advocacy
  • Team Leadership & Supervision - Supervises therapy teams and support staff, ensuring high standards of care and professional development.
  • Clinical Assessment & Rehabilitation Planning -Conducts detailed assessments and develops personalised treatment plans to support recovery and independence.
  • Safeguarding & Risk Management
  • Documentation & Report Writing Produces clear, concise clinical and legal documentation for medical records, audits, and court evidence.