Occupational Therapist - Acute/Stroke/Neuro (Grade 2)

Victorian Government; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging

Flexible work options

Wellbeing programs

Scholarships and grants

Job summary

Western Health in Melbourne is seeking a Grade 2 Occupational Therapist to work across acute stroke/neurology and general acute services. The role is full-time, ongoing, and based at Melbourne CBD and inner metro sites with supervision by a Grade 3 OT and a supportive multidisciplinary team.

You will deliver evidence-based, person-centred OT, apply advanced clinical reasoning, and supervise Grade 1 staff. The role includes service improvement, documentation, and opportunities for ongoing

Qualifications

• Qualified OT with experience in acute stroke/neurology.
• Strong evidence-based and occupation-based practice.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.

Responsibilities

• Deliver evidence-based, person-centred occupational therapy with the multidisciplinary team.
• Apply advanced clinical reasoning to assess, plan, and manage caseloads.
• Provide supervision and support to Grade 1 staff.
• Participate in service improvement, quality initiatives, and clinical education.
• Maintain accurate documentation and contribute to professional development activities.

Skills

Neuro assessment

Acute care

Clinical reasoning

Supervision

Education

Bachelor of Occupational Therapy

Job description

Location: Melbourne - CBD and Inner Metro suburbs

Reference: 9108

• Location: Multiple Western Health sites
• Employment Type: Full-Time, Ongoing
• Salary:Grade 2 + Superannuation + Salary Packaging

About the role:

Western Health is seeking an enthusiastic and motivated Grade 2 clinician in our acute service.

Working in acute stroke/neurology and general acute and supported by a Grade 3 OT, the successful applicant must have well developed neuro assessment and intervention skills and demonstrate a strong commitment to evidence and occupation-based practice.

The role will be involved in supervision of staff and students and will work within a supportive multidisciplinary team. Sound communication and organisational skills are essential for success in this position.

• Deliver evidence-based, person-centred occupational therapy with the multidisciplinary team.
• Apply advanced clinical reasoning to assess, plan, and manage caseloads.
• Provide supervision and support to Grade 1 staff.
• Participate in service improvement, quality initiatives, and clinical education.
• Maintain accurate documentation and contribute to professional development activities.

To be successful in this role, you will:

• Demonstrate commitment to provision of Occupational Therapy practice.
• Be able to demonstrate knowledge and experience in acute service provision and discharge planning.
• Have strong collaboration skills.
• Have demonstrated experience working in multidisciplinary teams.
• Have experience in quality improvement and/or research project.

Western Health is the leading healthcare provider in Melbourne's West - one of Australia’s fastest-growing and most culturally and socioeconomically diverse regions.

More than 13,000 employees help deliver a comprehensive range of services across our hospitals, community, correctional, and home-based settings. These services include acute tertiary care, emergency and intensive care, medical and surgical specialties, mental health and wellbeing, subacute care, ambulatory care, primary care, home-based services, and residential aged care.

We are committed to driving innovation and sustainability that improves health outcomes for our community. With specialties spanning oncology, renal care, mental health, women's health and maternity, chronic disease management, geriatrics, and cardiology, Western Health is recognised for its expertise in managing complex and chronic conditions through integrated, patient-centred care.

We foster a collaborative and inclusive culture where you can make a meaningful impact. We support our staff to keep learning and growing through a diverse range of education programs, partnerships with universities in medical research and professional development opportunities.

Whyjoinus?

Compensation and Benefits

• Competitive salaries, flexible work options, and wellbeing programs.
• Scholarships and grants to support ongoing learning.

Learning and Development

• Access personalised pathways through the Western Health Learning Academy.
• Opportunities for postgraduate study, clinical education, and mentorship.

Community Impact and Inclusion

• Make a difference through compassionate care in a diverse, inclusive workforce.
• Contribute to community wellbeing initiatives and healthcare research.

Organisational Culture and Environment

• Work in a collaborative, innovative team focused on continuous improvement and excellence.

Closingdate:11:59pm on30 October 2026.

Enquiries:For further information about this role, contact:

Name: Sally Schwal

Phone: [phone]

Alternate Contact: HelenNelson

Phone: [phone]

Western Health is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applications from people of all genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and people with lived experience that strengthens their ability to do this work.

Western Health is committed to providing a safe environment for the children and young people who are involved in our services, sites and operations. We follow and abide by all legislative requirements to keep children and young people safe.

All appointments are made subject to a satisfactory Police Record Check, an Immunisation Status Clearance and a Working with Children Check (if applicable).

Western Health is committed to the psychosocial safety of all applicants and employees.

Western Health does not accept unsolicited resumes/applications from recruitment agencies.

Applications close Friday 30 October 2026 at 11.59pm