Occupational Therapist (Rotational)

West Moreton Hospital and Health Service; Ipswich City; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging

Flexible work options

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Mental health programs

Job summary

West Moreton Health in Queensland is seeking an experienced Occupational Therapist to deliver adult physical therapy services across our health network. You will join a collaborative team, assess and treat adults, and contribute to efficient, patient-centred care within a dynamic public health system.

In this role you will manage a diverse caseload, support colleagues, and participate in ongoing professional development and quality improvement activities. AHPRA registration is required.

Qualifications

• Clinical expertise in adult physical Occupational Therapy service delivery.
• Ability to work within a diverse, collaborative team.
• Commitment to quality and service improvement activities.

Responsibilities

• Deliver adult physical Occupational Therapy services to the community.
• Prioritise and manage a demanding clinical caseload.
• Contribute to quality improvement and service development initiatives.
• Support professional development and knowledge sharing within the team.

Skills

Clinical Expertise in OT

Team Focus

Quality Improvement

Developing Self and Others

Organisational Skills

Education

AHPRA Registration (Australia)

Job description

About West Moreton Health

West Moreton Health is one of Queensland's most diverse and rapidly evolving health services, delivering health care to over 300,000 people across Ipswich, Boonah, Gatton, Laidley, and Esk.

About West Moreton Health

West Moreton Health is one of Queensland's most diverse and rapidly evolving health services, delivering health care to over 300,000 people across Ipswich, Boonah, Gatton, Laidley, and Esk. We provide preventative and primary healthcare services, ambulatory services, acute care, sub-acute care, oral health, mental health and other specialised services, including prison and youth detention health services, and alcohol and other drugs services to the region. At West Moreton Health, our employees apply our shared values to every aspect of their work. This helps make sure our workplaces are effective, inclusive and empower our employees to reach our goals.

As a Child Safe Organisation, At West Moreton Health

• We prioritise children and young people being seen, heard, and safe in every interaction.
• We create inclusive environments where the voices and needs of children and young people are valued and respected.
• We believe safeguarding is shared responsibility, upheld by every member of our organisation.

Come and join a connected team of over 6,000 professionals delivering compassionate, community-based care across the West Moreton region.

What it's like to work with us | West Moreton Health

About You

The ideal person for this role will be someone who can demonstrate the following:

• Clinical Expertise: Competent skills in the area of adult physical Occupational Therapy service delivery.
• Team Focus: Assists and understands the needs of other team members and communicates with all team members appropriately.
• Quality Improvement: Ability to participate in the initiation, development and implementation quality and service improvement activities.
• Developing Self and Others: Commitment to developing skills through professional development and sharing information with others.
• Organisational Skills: Ability to effectively prioritise and manage a demanding clinical caseload and non‑clinical tasks.

Mandatory Requirements

• Vaccinated against, and remain vaccinated against, certain vaccine preventable diseases (VPD) as outlined in the Health Employment Directive NO. 01/16
• Appointment to this position requires proof of qualification and registration or membership with the appropriate registration authority or association within Australia - AHPRA.

Why choose us

• Purposeful work that makes a meaningful impact in one of Queensland's fastest-growing regions.
• Professional development including mentorship, paid study leave, simulation training and research opportunities.
• Career pathways with support to step into senior roles and leadership.
• Wellbeing supports including peer networks, flexible work options, EAP and dedicated mental health programs.
• Competitive benefits including salary packaging and up to 12.75% super.
• A lifestyle you'll love in a region that blends rural charm, natural beauty and city convenience.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply for all West Moreton Health vacancies.

Further information

We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.