Occupational Therapist Senior - Outpatient

Queensland Government; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development

Mentorship

Paid study leave

Simulation training

Research opportunities

Salary packaging

Competitive superannuation

Job summary

West Moreton Health invites experienced Occupational Therapists to join our hand therapy team. You will manage traumatic and non-traumatic hand injuries, provide post-operative rehabilitation, splint prescription, and upper limb rehabilitation, with the ability to independently manage a complex caseload.

We support professional development, mentorship, study leave, and research opportunities. Join a diverse, community-focused health service delivering care across Ipswich and surrounding regions.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in hand therapy including trauma and non-traumatic injuries.
• Ability to independently manage a complex clinical caseload.
• Strong communication and teamwork within a clinical setting.

Responsibilities

• Manage traumatic and non-traumatic hand injuries and provide post-operative rehabilitation.
• Prescribe and fabricate splints for hand and upper limb rehab.
• Independently manage a complex hand therapy caseload to optimise patient outcomes.

Skills

Hand injuries management

Post-operative rehab

Splint prescription

Upper limb rehab

Occupational therapy

Job description

About West Moreton HealthWest 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.To read more on what it's like to work for West Moreton Health:What it's like to work with us | West Moreton HealthWhat we're looking forWe are particularly interested in applicants who have extensive experience managing traumatic and non-traumatic hand injuries, post-operative rehabilitation, splint prescription and fabrication, and upper limb rehabilitation, with the ability to independently manage a complex hand therapy caseload.Our ideal candidate will be someone who can demonstrate the following:High level of knowledge and skills in Occupational Therapy services within one or more areas of expertise.Ability to communicate effectively within a team environment to influence a clinical or service outcome.Ability to independently manage clinical caseloads.Ability to monitor and report clinical work practices and outcomes that supports continuous local service improvement initiatives.Mandatory RequirementsVaccinated against, and remain vaccinated against, certain vaccine preventable diseases (VPD) as outlined in the Health Employment Directive NO. 01/16Appointment to this position requires proof of qualification and registration or membership with the appropriate registration authority or association within AustraliaWhy choose usPurposeful 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.To applyFor further information regarding this role, please download and read the attached Role Description and Information Packages. You will need to submit your Cover Letter, CV or Resume, including the names and contact details of two referees and a short response (maximum 1-2 pages) on how your experience, abilities, knowledge and personal qualities are relevant to the role.Applications to remain current for a period of 12 months and may be used to fill a similar vacancy.Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply for all West Moreton Health vacancies.This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Australia License.