Occupational Therapist Grade 1 - Rotational

Goulburn Valley Health; Shepparton; Hybrid; AUD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous salary packaging

Subsidised staff parking

Discounted leisure memberships

Flexible work practices

Paid parental leave

Professional development support

Employee Assistance Program

Social club membership

CREATE reward program

Job summary

Goulburn Valley Health invites applications for an Occupational Therapist Grade 1 to join our rotational program. This fixed-term full-time role provides exposure across in-patient and community settings with supervision from experienced therapists to support your learning and career development.

New graduates are welcome, with comprehensive orientation and graduate support. Eligibility for OT Australia and current registration are required, with rotations across Mental Health, Acute, Sub-acute,

Qualifications

• 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
• Sound understanding of Occupational Therapy practice in inpatient or community setting, including assessment, intervention and discharge planning
• Demonstrated commitment to learning and professional development, including supervision and receiving feedback

Responsibilities

• Assess, intervene and discharge plan for patients across multiple hospital settings
• Rotational placements across Mental Health, Acute, Sub-acute, Community Rehab Centre and Community Health
• Participate in structured supervision and graduate support programs

Education

Relevant tertiary qualification in Occupational Therapy with eligibility for membership of Occupational Therapy Australia

Job description

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Occupational Therapist Grade 1 - Rotational

Job title: Occupational Therapist Grade 1 - Rotational

Employment type: Fixed Term Full Time until April 2027

Hours per fortnight: 80

Classification: Occupational Therapist Grade 1, Years 1 - 5 (VE8 - VF3)

Location: Graham Street

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

About the role:

Join the GV Health Occupational Therapy team as part of our Grade 1 program. A perfect opportunity to experience the public and community sector with a supportive team who can equip you with the skills needed for a strong career start. Build confidence and gain experience under the supervision of experienced Occupational Therapists in the assessment, intervention and discharge planning of those in our care. Each rotation provides a supportive workplace culture within a multidisciplinary team across Mental Health, Acute (Medical, Surgical, Paediatric, Emergency and Intensive Care units), Sub-acute (Rehab, Geriatric Evaluation and Management, and Palliative Care), Community Rehab Centre and Community Health.

We offer a comprehensive orientation, along with structured clinical supervision and graduate support programs.

New graduates are welcome, and encouraged to apply.

The successful applicant will have:

• 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
• Sound understanding of Occupational Therapy practice in the inpatient or community setting, including clinical experience in assessment, intervention and discharge planning of various patient cohorts
• Demonstrated commitment to learning and professional development, including a positive attitude towards supervision and receiving feedback

What we offer:

• Robust clinical supervision and mentoring
• Professional Development support including Allied Health Education Graduate Programs and Transition to Grade 2 program for those ready to take the next step
• Great variety of clinical exposure across the in-patent and community settings, with support to provide evidence-based practice and establish an excellent skill base

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.