Occupational Therapist

Goulburn Valley Health; Shepparton; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation incentives

Accommodation support

Relocation concierge service

Salary packaging

Staff parking and leisure discounts

Job summary

Goulburn Valley Health is seeking an Occupational Therapist Grade 2 to provide inpatient OT services across acute or sub-acute wards. You will deliver person-centred, evidence-based care and work within a multidisciplinary team to achieve patient goals.

The role includes involvement in professional development, supervision of students and junior staff, and opportunities across other hospital services as needed. Relocation and accommodation support are available.

Qualifications

• Eligible for membership of Occupational Therapy Australia.
• Current registration with Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency as an Occupational Therapist.
• Extensive experience providing Occupational Therapy in the in-patient setting with goal setting and discharge planning.
• Positive attitude towards supporting others and expanding skills and experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide person-centred, evidence-based Occupational Therapy care.
• Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams to achieve patient goals.
• Engage in a robust professional development program and supervision.
• Participate in continuous quality improvement activities.
• Supervise students and junior staff.

Skills

Therapy assessment

In-patient care

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Professional development

Education

Bachelor of Occupational Therapy

Job description

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Classification: Occupational Therapist Grade 2, Years 1 - 4 (VF4 - VF9)

Location: Graham Street

For a confidential conversation please contact: Sarah Shipp on [e-mail]

Relocating to our region:

Relocation incentives may be available to the successful applicant for this role, includingrelocation & accommodation support.

Relocation Support:

• Intrastate (over 100kms) - up to $2,500
• Interstate - up to $5,000
• Overseas - up to $8,000

Accommodation Support:

• Up to $350 per week up to 10 weeks; or
• 10 weeks interim GVH Accommodation (if available)

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About the Role:

The Grade 2 OT will be responsible for providingOccupational Therapy services to in-patients, across acute or sub-acute in-patient wards.

This role will include:

• Provision of person-centred, evidence-based care
• Collaborationacross multi-disciplinary teams to support achievement of patient-focused goals
• Engagement in a robust professional development program and supervision
• Participation in continuous quality improvement activities
• Supervision of students and junior staff

The role may also provide opportunities to work across other services of the hospital as required including in-patient mental health unit and outpatients (renal unit).

We are looking for an Occupational Therapist with

• Relevant tertiary qualification in Occupational Therapy with eligibility for membership of Occupational Therapy Australia
• Current registration with Australian Health Practitioner Registration Agency as an Occupational Therapist
• Extensive experience providing Occupational Therapy services in the in-patient setting with knowledge of, and the ability to assess, goal set, prescribe interventions and develop effective discharge plans
• Positive attitude towards supporting others and expanding their own skills and experience

You can view the Position Description: HERE

If qualifications are a requirement for this position, please attach a copy in support of your application. Qualification requirements are outlined in the Position Description under 'Key Selection Criteria'.

About GV Health:

Goulburn Valley Health is the main health service in our region. Services include; a 24-hour Emergency Department, Surgery, Medical, Women’s and Children’s, Rehabilitation and Palliative Care, Mental Health, Outpatients, community-based health programs and services at Tatura, Rushworth and Euroa.

With more than 3,000 staff, we pride ourselves on delivering person-centred care. We aim to enhance the patient experience through improved service access, developing partnerships, meeting growth in demand, implementing innovative service models and supporting workforce flexibility.

Centrally located in Regional Victoria, Greater Shepparton is the ideal place to call home.

A well-rounded lifestyle that is hard to beat, with a vibrant and progressive community that offers the best of both provincial and metropolitan lifestyle in one of Victoria’s most liveable regional cities. Home | Greater Shepparton: Great Things Happen Here

• Generous salary packaging , subsidisedstaff parking and discounted leisure memberships
• Flexible work practices and options to purchase additional leave to support work/life balance
• Paid parental leave
• Professional development and study leave to help reach your learning and career goals
• A confidential Employee Assistance Program for you and your loved ones
• Social club membership offering a range of events, functions and local community discounts
• Our CREATE Outstanding monthly, bi-monthly and annual reward and recognition program

Safe, respectful and inclusive workplace:

GV Health is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, as well as applicants who are LGBTIQA+, who have different abilities, or are from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

GV Health has a zero tolerance of abuse, bullying and harassment, sexual harassment and discrimination in all forms, and is committed to fostering a psychologically safe workplace that supports the health, safety and wellbeing of our people. We are also committed to the safety, protection and wellbeing of all children.

Pre-employment requirements:

Pre-employment screening checks may be required, including but not limited to; Working with Children Check (WWCC), National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) Worker Screening, International and National Police Checks, Aged Care Statutory Declaration, Visas and valid working rights in Australia, immunisations as mandated by Department of Health.

Further details of pre-employment requirements are provided in the Position Description and to successful candidates, or upon request. GV Health reserves the right to vary pre-employment screening from time to time and as directed by legislation and operational requirements.

Recruitment agencies should note that GV Health does not accept agency resumes. GV Health is not responsible for any fees related to any unsolicited resumes submitted by Recruitment Agencies.