Occupational Therapist - Grade 2

Bairnsdale Regional Health Service; Bairnsdale; Hybride; AUD 70 000 - 110 000; Temps partiel

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Flexible part-time arrangement

Salary packaging

Regional health benefits

Résumé du poste

Bairnsdale Regional Health Service in Victoria invites applications for a Grade 2 Occupational Therapist in our acute inpatient service. The role focuses on high-quality assessment, intervention and discharge planning to maximise independence and safe discharge outcomes.

You will supervise staff, students and Allied Health Assistants, contribute to service improvement, and work within a multidisciplinary team.

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualifications in Occupational Therapy with current AHPRA registration.
• Experience working within an acute or inpatient hospital setting, including complex discharge planning.
• Ability to prioritise clinical demands and deliver high-quality patient-centred care.
• Strong communication and interdisciplinary teamwork skills.
• Experience supervising staff, students or Allied Health Assistants and contributing to service improvement activities or the demonstrated capability and readiness to develop these skills at a Grade 2 level.

Responsabilités

• Deliver high-quality, evidence-based assessment, intervention and discharge planning to support patients to maximise independence and achieve safe discharge outcomes.
• Work within a collaborative multidisciplinary team and provide supervision and support to staff, students and Allied Health Assistants while contributing to service improvement initiatives.

Formation

Tertiary qualifications in Occupational Therapy with current AHPRA registration

Description du poste

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Ready to take the next step in your Occupational Therapy career? We are seeking a motivated Occupational Therapist to join our acute inpatient team in a Grade 2 ongoing role. This is an excellent opportunity to consolidate your acute clinical expertise, expand your leadership and supervision experience, and contribute to the delivery of high-quality patient-centred care within a supportive multidisciplinary team. We welcome applications from experienced Grade 1 Occupational Therapists who are looking to progress their career and demonstrate readiness to work at a Grade 2 level.

The Contract:

OngoingPart Time | 64 hours per fortnight

Job share arrangements and reduced hours will be considered for the successful applicant.

The Position:

As a Grade 2 Occupational Therapist within our acute inpatient service, you will deliver high-quality, evidence-based assessment, intervention and discharge planning to support patients to maximise independence and achieve safe discharge outcomes. Working within a collaborative multidisciplinary team, you will also provide supervision and support to staff, students and Allied Health Assistants while contributing to service improvement initiatives. Applicants currently employed at Grade 1 level with significant acute clinical experience and a demonstrated capacity to undertake Grade 2 responsibilities are encouraged to apply.

The ideal applicant will demonstrate:

• Tertiary qualifications in Occupational Therapy with current AHPRA registration.
• Experience working within an acute or inpatient hospital setting, including complex discharge planning.
• Ability to prioritise clinical demands and deliver high-quality patient-centred care.
• Strong communication and interdisciplinary teamwork skills.
• Experience supervising staff, students or Allied Health Assistants and contributing to service improvement activities or the demonstrated capability and readiness to develop these skills at a Grade 2 level.

Please view the full Key Selection Criteria in the Position Description here.

Why Should you Apply:

• Flexible part-time arrangement with job share and reduced hours considered.
• Develop your Grade 2 skills in a supportive acute inpatient setting.
• Build experience in supervision, leadership and quality improvement.
• Join a collaborative Occupational Therapy team committed to excellence.
• Access professional development, salary packaging and regional health benefits.

Applications close:

Wednesday 4th November 2026

Ready to make a difference? For more information contact:

Danielle Thomson, Occupational Therapy Team Leader on 03 5150 3388.

All appointments are subject to the below requirements. Successful applicants are unable to commence until these have been provided:

• Satisfactory Police Record Check
• Immunisation Status Clearance
• Working with Children Check

Bairnsdale Regional Health Service (BRHS) is East Gippsland’s largest employer, delivering a comprehensive range of hospital and community-based health services to our region. Located in the beautiful East Gippsland region of Victoria, enjoy a truly balanced lifestyle — from living on the Gippsland Lakes to easy access to pristine beaches, the high country and alpine snowfields. At BRHS, you’ll find a rewarding and supportive work environment that offers challenge, variety and genuine opportunities to grow your career. You’ll join a committed team of health professionals and support staff who share a common purpose: Best Care Experience. Every Person, Every Time. Be bold. Make the change and build your future with BRHS.

At BRHS, we recognise that diversity strengthens our workforce, enhances our services and enriches the communities we serve. We are committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful, and equitable environment where everyone, regardless of background, identity or ability, feels safe, valued and supported. Should you require any reasonable adjustments or support during the recruitment process, please contact us at [e-mail]

Bairnsdale Regional Health Service is deeply committed to an environment that supports the safety and wellbeing of all people including children. Read our full values and commitments here .