Occupational Therapy Senior RAID

Queensland Government; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

West Moreton Health in Queensland is seeking an experienced Occupational Therapist to support patient flow and safe transitions of care at Ipswich Hospital.

You will work in multidisciplinary teams, identify discharge barriers, and manage clinical caseloads to reduce hospital length of stay, while meeting vaccination and AHPRA registration requirements.

The role offers professional development, mentorship, and a supportive work environment within a leading Queensland health service.

Qualifications

• Tertiary degree in Occupational Therapy and registration with the AHPRA.
• Vaccination against vaccine-preventable diseases per Health Employment Directive NO. 01/16.
• Ability to manage clinical caseloads and monitor practice outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Identify barriers to discharge and facilitate safe transitions of care.
• Collaborate in multidisciplinary teams to improve patient flow and reduce hospital length of stay.
• Work with the Occupational Therapy Department at Ipswich Hospital, especially in general medical wards and Emergency Department services.

Skills

Occupational Therapy

Clinical caseload management

Team communication

Education

Tertiary degree in Occupational Therapy

Job description

About the roleThis is an innovative role at the forefront of patient flow and admission avoidance. The successful applicant will thrive in multidisciplinary teams, identify barriers to discharge, facilitate safe transitions of care, and contribute to improved patient flow and reduced hospital length of stay. This role also works closely with the OT Department at Ipswich Hospital, especially the general medical wards and Emergency Department service.About youOur 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 Requirements:Vaccinated against, and remain vaccinated against, certain vaccine preventable diseases (VPD) as outlined in the Health Employment Directive NO. 01/16.The possession of a tertiary degree in Occupational Therapy from a recognised tertiary institution and registration as an Occupational Therapist with the Occupational Therapy Board of Australia (AHPRA).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 HealthWhy 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.