Occupational Therapist

NSW Health; Sydney; On-site; AUD 106,000 - 109,000; Full time

Job summary

NSW Health invites applications for a Senior Clinical Occupational Therapist (OT) Level 3 at Northern Beaches Hospital Inpatient Mental Health Units. This permanent full-time role provides clinical leadership within the occupational therapy service and aims to optimise care delivery across multidisciplinary teams.

You will hold full registration with the Occupational Therapy Board of Australia, demonstrate extensive OT experience (Level 2), and show strong written, verbal and interpersonal

Qualifications

• Full registration with the Occupational Therapy Board of Australia.
• Evidence of extensive clinical experience as an Occupational Therapist Level 2.
• Proficient written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills with the ability to liaise with health professionals and external providers.

Responsibilities

• Senior Clinical Occupational Therapist will provide clinical leadership within the OT service including optimisation of care delivery.

Skills

Clinical leadership

Communication skills

Collaboration

Education

Full registration with the Occupational Therapy Board of Australia

Extensive OT experience (Level 2)

Job description

Be part of a high-performing multidisciplinary team where collaboration, expertise, and innovation come together to deliver exceptional consumer outcomes and support each other's success.

Employment Type:PermanentFull Time
Position Classification:Occupational Therapist Level 3
Remuneration:$2,329.85 - $2,405.34 per week
Hours Per Week:38

Who we are: We are a health service that touches thousands of lives across the Northern Sydney Local Health District, together as a team of like-minded people. We are passionate, driven and have the skills and knowledge to care for our patients whilst creating the best services possible. Our teams have meaningful, interesting and rewarding work everyday. We challenge and nurture each other, sharing our knowledge and experience so that we can deliver better care for everyone There's a real sense of belonging here because we value and respect our patients, employees, and teams' voices. You'll feel a real privilege being a trusted caregiver in our patients, their families, their carers, and our communities' lives.

• Innovation is at our core, with opportunities for research driven evidence based practice, ensuring our work remains engaging and fulfilling.
• Clear pathways for career progression, supported by training secondments, recognition and mentorship, empower employee and leaders alike to reach their professional goals.
• Join us on a journey to a place where every achievement is celebrated and every opportunity is embraced.

NSLHD is proud of our diverse and inclusive workplaces, a place where health care professionals can thrive and feel they belong. We are committed to ensure that all our people feel respected and participate safely within a work environment without aggression, sexual harassment, discrimination and racism.

Where you'll be working
Northern Beaches Hospital Inpatient Mental Health Units.

What you'll be doing
The Senior Clinical Occupational Therapist will provide clinical leadership within the occupational therapy service including optimisation of care delivery.

People of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander background are encouraged to apply.
Candidates will need to meet the following criteria:

• Full registration with the Occupational Therapy Board of Australia. Evidence of extensive clinical experience as an Occupational Therapist Level 2.
• Provide evidence of proficient written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills with the proven ability to liaise with novice and experienced health professionals and external service providers. Demonstrated computer literacy and ability to use health information systems.

Demonstrated ability to initiate, lead, complete and share quality improvement activities or service evaluation process. Experience in clinical teaching and supervision of students, level 1/2 Allied Health Professionals and/or Allied Health Assistants.