Occupational Therpist

People First Allied Health; Melbourne; Hybrid; AUD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance-based bonuses

Hybrid work options

Job summary

People First Allied Health in Melbourne is seeking a qualified Occupational Therapist to deliver high-quality client-centred care. The role is full-time with a flexible hybrid work model, enabling remote work while collaborating closely with clients and the multidisciplinary team to support independence and improved quality of life.

You will conduct comprehensive assessments, develop personalized treatment plans, and document progress in electronic medical records.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Occupational Therapy (OT).
• Current AHPRA registration as an Occupational Therapist.
• Minimum 1 year experience as an OT, preferably in community or rehab.
• Strong clinical assessment and treatment planning skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities to build rapport with clients.
• Demonstrated problem-solving and critical thinking skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.
• Proficiency in using electronic medical records and data management systems.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive OT assessments to identify clients' abilities, needs and goals.
• Develop and implement personalised treatment plans to improve physical, cognitive and psychosocial functioning.
• Provide hands-on therapy interventions such as activity-based training and home modifications.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver holistic care.
• Document client progress in line with regulatory and organisational requirements.
• Participate in regular team meetings and professional development.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Treatment planning

Communication skills

Team collaboration

AHPRA registration

EMR systems

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Occupational Therapy

Job description

Join the growing team at People First Allied Health as a full-time Occupational Therapist based remotely. In this vital role, you'll work closely with our clients to deliver exceptional occupational therapy services that help them regain their independence and quality of life. With a flexible, hybrid work model, you'll enjoy the benefits of working in our modern office space while also being able to work remotely.

What you’ll be doing

• Conduct comprehensive occupational therapy assessments to identify clients' functional abilities, needs and goals
• Develop and implement personalised treatment plans to help clients improve their physical, cognitive and psychosocial functioning
• Provide hands-on therapy interventions such as activity-based training, adaptive equipment prescription and home modifications
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, including physiotherapists and speech pathologists, to deliver holistic care
• Document client progress and outcomes in line with regulatory and organisational requirements
• Participate in regular team meetings and professional development activities

What we’re looking for

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Occupational Therapy
• Current AHPRA registration as an Occupational Therapist
• Minimum 1 year experience working as an Occupational Therapist, ideally in a community or rehabilitation setting
• Strong clinical assessment and treatment planning skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities to build rapport with clients
• Demonstrated problem-solving and critical thinking skills
• Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team
• Proficiency in using electronic medical records and data management systems

What we offer

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses
• Flexible work arrangements, including hybrid work options

About us

People First Allied Health is a leading provider of allied health services in Melbourne. Our mission is to empower people to live their best lives through innovative, client-centred care. With a team of dedicated professionals and state-of-the-art facilities, we are committed to delivering exceptional outcomes for our clients.