Occupational Therapist
$72,992–$117,553 year
On-siteGeelong, Victoria, Australia
Job Summary
Provide high-quality occupational therapy assessment and intervention to patients across inpatient and outpatient settings. Complete comprehensive assessments of functional capacity, including personal care, domestic and community activities of daily living, cognitive function and physical function. Assess patients' needs and develop individualised treatment plans in collaboration with patients, families and the multidisciplinary team. Provide evidence-based occupational therapy interventions and regularly review and progress treatment plans in line with patient goals and clinical needs. Support patients to maximise independence, participation and quality of life throughout their rehabilitation journey. Complete functional and environmental assessments, including home assessments where required. This fixed-term role offers a supportive multidisciplinary environment within a 284-bed hospital providing acute, subacute, rehabilitation and outpatient services. Salary ranges from $72,992 to $117,553 per annum plus superannuation.
Required Qualifications
- A tertiary qualification in Occupational Therapy
- Current registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA)
- 3 years' experience or greater in a relevant clinical setting
- A current Australian Driver's Licence
- A willingness to contribute to quality improvement and the ongoing development of clinical services
- A commitment to delivering person-centred, evidence-based care
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with patients, families and colleagues
- All caregivers employed by St John of God Health Care are required to be vaccinated from Influenza
Desired Qualifications
- Experience working within a healthcare setting, with exposure to acute, subacute, rehabilitation or outpatient services highly regarded
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