Acute Neuro OT: Lead & Educate in Stroke Care

Western Health; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salaries

Wellbeing programs

Scholarships and grants for ongoing学习

Job summary

Western Health in Melbourne's west is seeking a Grade 2 Occupational Therapist to work in acute stroke/neurology and general acute services, under a Grade 3 OT. You will deliver neuro-based, occupation-focused therapy within a supportive multidisciplinary team and contribute to supervision and education.

The role emphasises evidence-based practice, discharge planning, documentation, and ongoing professional development.

Qualifications

• Proven neuro assessment and intervention skills
• Experience in acute stroke/neurology settings
• Supervision of staff and students
• Collaborative multidisciplinary team work

Responsibilities

• Deliver evidence-based, person-centred occupational therapy with the multidisciplinary team.
• Apply advanced clinical reasoning to assess, plan, and manage caseloads.
• Provide supervision and support to Grade 1 staff.
• Participate in service improvement, quality initiatives, and clinical education.
• Maintain accurate documentation and contribute to professional development activities.

Skills

Neuro assessment

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Evidence-based practice

Supervision

Education

Bachelor of Occupational Therapy

Job description

Western Health in Melbourne's west is seeking a Grade 2 Occupational Therapist to work in acute stroke/neurology and general acute services, under a Grade 3 OT. You will deliver neuro-based, occupation-focused therapy within a supportive multidisciplinary team and contribute to supervision and education.

The role emphasises evidence-based practice, discharge planning, documentation, and ongoing professional development.