Occupational Therapist

The Procare Group; Canberra; Hybrid; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign on bonus

Hybrid working arrangements

National secondment opportunities

Laptop and mobile provided

Job summary

The Procare Group is seeking a passionate Occupational Therapist to join our ACT team based in Deakin. You will work with a highly experienced team and gain exposure to diverse cases across schemes, with clear career progression. AHPRA registration is required.

Role may be full-time; part-time considered. Expect excellent remuneration, sign-on bonus, and hybrid working with opportunities for national secondments.

Qualifications

• Qualified Occupational Therapist with full AHPRA registration.
• Current Police Clearance and Working with Vulnerable People Check required.
• Experience in Occupational Rehabilitation and ADL assessments (essential).
• Excellent written and verbal communication with strong interpersonal skills.
• Commitment to continuous improvement and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Support clients to recover and return to pre-injury activities and desired employment.
• Conduct Initial, Functional, Activities of Daily Living, Ergonomic, Pre-Employment and Worksite assessments.
• Manage cases across Workers Compensation, CTP, DVA, Life Insurance and private sector.
• Liaise with health professionals, employers and insurers to drive positive outcomes.

Skills

ADL assessments

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor in Occupational Therapy / OT

Job description

We are seeking a passionate and driven Occupational Therapist to join our expanding ACT team based in Deakin!

You will be working as part of a highly experienced, knowledgeable and fun team! You will have the opportunity for exposure to a variety of customers, different schemes and varying complexities of cases and career progression.

About You:

You will be qualified as an Occupational Therapist with full AHPRA registration.

You'll also need:

• Current Police Clearance and Working with Vulnerable People Check
• Desire to work in Occupational Rehabilitation
• Experience conducting ADL assessments (essential)
• Excellent communication skills both written and verbal
• Strong attention to detail, analytical thinking & problem solving
• Honesty, integrity, a good team attitude & positive approach; and
• Genuine commitment to continuous improvement.

This is ideally a full time position however part time will be considered.

Day to day in the role you will be:

• Supporting people to recover and return to pre-injury activities and seek employment using your clinical skills and knowledge
• Conducting a range of different assessment services including: Initial, Functional, Activities of Daily Living, Ergonomic, Pre-Employment and Worksite Assessments
• Case management across various jurisdictions including Workers Compensation, CTP, DVA, Life Insurance and private industry
• Liaison with health professionals, specialists, employers, insurers and other key stakeholders to drive positive outcomes for clients.

What We Offer:

• Excellent remuneration package and generous uncapped consultant incentive bonus
• Sign on bonus!
• Welcome pack on commencement and the latest equipment including laptop and mobile
• Novated lease, purchased leave and salary sacrificing options
• Benefits to enhance your work-life balance like paid parental leave, access to our Employee Assistance Program, hybrid working arrangements,national secondment opportunities, and more!

Why Procare?

• Genuine and friendly working culture where our people are valued!
• Formal induction and mentoring program, monthly training calendar and annual CPD allowance
• Internal career progression pathways and a tailored professional development plan
• Volunteer Day to give back to the community
• Social Club and quarterly social events, EOFY and Christmas events, quarterly and annual staff recognition awards, and more!

If you are looking to join a focused and driven team, as part of a family started company, have the drive to succeed and take pride in providing a high-quality service, we want to hear from you!

For more information, check out our website www.procareinjurymanagement.com.au or contact our careers team *****@procaregroup.com.au.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, Procare Group is committed to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion in our everyday working practice. We strongly encourage applications from those who meet the role criteria of all abilities and cultures including people who identify as Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander and people living with a disability.