Occupational Therapist (Rural Generalist Pathway) (GAYNDAH)

Queensland Government; Sharon; On-site; AUD 80,000 - 116,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development allowance

Paid professional development leave

Flexible work arrangements

Salary sacrificing options

Competitive superannuation

Job summary

Queensland Government’s Wide Bay Hospital and Health Service seeks an Occupational Therapist to deliver generalist clinical services across rural facilities, including home modifications, orthopaedics, pediatrics and neuro rehab. The role includes travel to multiple sites and a dedicated 0.1 FTE for Rural Generalist Education Program.

The temporary full-time appointment (76 hours per fortnight) runs for 12 months with possible extension, offering a remuneration package up to $132,567 p.a.

Qualifications

• Generalist occupational therapy services for eligible clients across the age continuum.
• Experience in home modifications, hand/upper limb rehabilitation, paediatrics, orthopaedics, mobility and daily living aids.
• Registration as an OT with 0.1 FTE dedicated to Rural Generalist Education Program.

Responsibilities

• Provide OT assessment and intervention within inpatient, outpatient and health promotion across rural sites.
• Travel regularly to supply services in Wide Bay Hospital and Health Service.
• Participate in Rural Generalist Education Program.

Job description

Take a chance, progress your career and discover all that the Wide Bay has to offer.Your opportunity:This role provides generalist occupational therapy clinical services, including, but not limited to, home modifications, hands/upper limb rehabilitation, paediatrics, orthopaedic conditions, mobility and daily living aids equipment prescription, neurological disorders, burns, oedema, falls prevention, and aged and acute care; to eligible clients across the age continuum.The Occupational Therapist is based at Gayndah Health Service and travels regularly to supply quality inpatient, outpatient and health promotion services across rural hospitals/ multipurpose facilities in the Wide Bay Hospital and Health Service.This position is a rural generalist training position and has a dedicated 0.1FTE of the work role is dedicated to training and development activities. The incumbent undertakes an approved Rural Generalist Education Program.Temporary Full Time (76 hours p.f.) from date of appointment for 12 months with the possibility of extension.Find out more in the Role Description.Our offer:You will receive a competitive remuneration package value up to $132,567 p.a., comprising salary between $80,015 - $116,189 p.a., employer contribution to superannuation (up to 12.75%) and annual leave loading (17.5%) (HP3) (Temporary Full Time, 76 hours p.f., from date of appointment for 12 months with the possibility of extension) (Applications will remain current for 12 months). Job Ad Reference: H2610WB694228Other benefits include an attractive and competitive employment package designed to support your lifestyle, wellbeing and professional growth:Generous employer superannuation contribution of up to 12.75%Annual Leave Loading of 17.5%Access to extensive salary sacrificing options to maximise your take-home payDedicated Clinical Professional Development Allowance and paid Professional Development LeaveFlexible work arrangements to support work-life balanceThe opportunity to enjoy a lower cost of living while working in beautiful regional Bundaberg, with access to coastal living, strong community connections and a relaxed lifestyleHow to apply:The Role Description and Information Package provide specific information on how to apply for the advertised position. ***APPLICATIONS ARE ONLY ACCEPTED ONLINE***Join our Hospital and Health Service family and see what it's like to be in a supportive workplace with engaged teams working together to ensure'Care, connection and compassion for all'This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Australia License.