Occupational Therapist

Gidgee Healing; Mount Isa City; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A community health service in Mount Isa is looking for a compassionate Occupational Therapist. This role involves conducting assessments, delivering therapeutic interventions, and collaborating with various health professionals. Candidates should have a tertiary qualification in Occupational Therapy, AHPRA registration, and excellent communication skills. This position offers a competitive salary, salary packaging benefits, and an opportunity to grow in a supportive environment. Join a team dedicated to improving the health and wellbeing of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities.

Benefits

Competitive salary based on skills and experience

Salary packaging benefits

5 weeks annual leave

Paid professional development

Supportive multidisciplinary team culture

Qualifications

• Current registration with AHPRA.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Current driver's licence and willingness to travel to outreach sites.

Responsibilities

• Conducting clinical assessments and developing goal-oriented care plans.
• Delivering therapeutic interventions in clinic and outreach settings.
• Supporting clients with self-care and functional capacity.
• Collaborating with clients, families and other health professionals.

Skills

Body Mechanics

Communication skills

Pediatrics Experience

Patient Service Experience

Education

Tertiary qualification in Occupational Therapy

Job description

Occupational Therapist

Full-time Mount Isa QLD

Salary commensurate with experience salary sacrificing other additional benefits

At Gidgee Healing we are passionate about improving the health and wellbeing of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples across North West Queensland.

We are currently seeking a compassionate and motivated Occupational Therapist to join our multidisciplinary team in Mount Isa.

This is your opportunity to make a real and lasting impact while developing your clinical skills in a supportive and culturally rich environment.

About the Role

As an Occupational Therapist with Gidgee Healing you will provide culturally appropriate evidence-based assessment and intervention services to clients across the lifespan.

You will work closely with a multidisciplinary team to deliver holistic care that supports independence participation and overall wellbeing.

Key Responsibilities

• Conducting clinical assessments and developing goal-oriented care plans.
• Delivering therapeutic interventions in clinic and outreach settings.
• Supporting clients with self-care mobility functional capacity and environmental adaptations.
• Collaborating with clients families and other health professionals to achieve positive outcomes.
• Promoting health education and community engagement initiatives.

About You

You are an empathetic adaptable and collaborative clinician who is committed to making a positive difference in community health.

Essential Criteria

• Tertiary qualification in Occupational Therapy.
• Current registration with AHPRA.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Current drivers licence and willingness to travel to outreach sites.

Desirable

• Experience working in rural or remote health settings.
• Understanding of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health and cultural perspectives.
• Experience with NDIS or community health models.

Why Join Gidgee Healing

• Competitive salary based on skills and experience
• Salary packaging benefits to increase your take-home pay
• 5 weeks annual leave paid professional development
• Supportive multidisciplinary team culture
• Opportunity to grow your skills in a meaningful community setting

About Gidgee Healing

Gidgee Healing is a not-for-profit Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Service providing comprehensive primary health care to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities across Mount Isa Doomadgee Mornington Island and the Lower Gulf region.

Our vision is to improve the wellbeing of our people through culturally safe holistic and community-driven care.

Apply Now

If youre ready to take the next step in your career and make a difference where it matters most wed love to hear from you.

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Key Skills: Body Mechanics, Early Intervention, Acute Care, Communication skills, HIPAA, Autism Experience, Computer Literacy, Pediatrics Experience, Home Care, Heavy Lifting, Patient Service Experience, Medicare