Impactful Occupational Therapist: Community & Home Health

Mercy Health Australia; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Mercy Health Australia in Hughesdale is seeking an Occupational Therapist to deliver person-centred, evidence-based services aimed at improving independence and quality of life for clients. The role involves home assessments, adaptive equipment recommendations, and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams.

Applicants should hold an OT qualification with current AHPRA registration and a valid driver's licence.

Qualifications

• Bachelor or Master qualification in Occupational Therapy.
• Current AHPRA registration as an Occupational Therapist.
• Current Driver's Licence.
• Strong clinical assessment, problem-solving, and care planning skills.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building abilities.
• Commitment to person-centred and evidence-based practice.
• Excellent clinical, time management, organisational and communication skills, with the ability to adapt and problem solve.
• A compassionate, flexible and positive approach to effective patient care and management.
• The ability to nurture friendly, respectful relationships and contribute to a collaborative team environment.
• Experience in aged care, community health, disability, NDIS, rehabilitation, or home care services
• Knowledge of assistive technology, home modifications, and falls prevention strategies
• Experience working within multidisciplinary teams

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive occupational therapy assessments in clients' homes
• Assess functional capacity, mobility, falls risk, and home safety
• Develop, implement, and review goal-focused intervention plans
• Recommend assistive technology, equipment, and home modifications
• Deliver reablement and restorative care interventions
• Support clients to maintain independence in daily activities
• Collaborate with care partners, nurses, allied health professionals, families, and carers
• Prepare clinical documentation, reports, and funding recommendations
• Contribute to quality improvement, risk management, and compliance activities
• Participate in ongoing professional development and service improvement initiatives

Skills

AHPRA registration

Driver's Licence

Client-centred care

Communication skills

Time management

Team collaboration

Evidence-based practice

Assessment planning

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Education

Bachelor or Master in Occupational Therapy

Job description

Mercy Health Australia in Hughesdale is seeking an Occupational Therapist to deliver person-centred, evidence-based services aimed at improving independence and quality of life for clients. The role involves home assessments, adaptive equipment recommendations, and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams.

Applicants should hold an OT qualification with current AHPRA registration and a valid driver's licence.