Senior Occupational Therapist – Acute Care Lead

UnitingCare Health Pty Ltd.; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 92,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

NFP Salary Packaging

Flexible work arrangements

Parental leave

Diversity & Inclusion benefits

Career development

Job summary

The Wesley Hospital is seeking a Senior Occupational Therapist to lead and develop our OT team in an acute hospital setting. You will work with patients to maximise function and independence, delivering high-quality, patient-centered care across neurology, orthopaedics and medical units.

With 3+ years post-graduate experience and AHPRA registration, you’ll coach junior staff, contribute to evidence-based practice, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to optimise patient outcomes and

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years’ post graduate experience in an acute hospital setting.
• Relevant qualifications and AHPRA registration.
• Leadership experience within a hospital setting.
• Strong evidence-based clinical practice and problem-solving skills.
• Commitment to teamwork and high-level communication skills.
• Neurological experience desirable.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support the Occupational Therapy team.
• Work with patients to maximise function and independence in daily activities.
• Collaborate in multi-disciplinary rehabilitation approaches in acute services.

Skills

Leadership

Clinical assessment

Communication

Mentoring

Education

AHPRA Registration

Job description

The Wesley Hospital is seeking a Senior Occupational Therapist to lead and develop our OT team in an acute hospital setting. You will work with patients to maximise function and independence, delivering high-quality, patient-centered care across neurology, orthopaedics and medical units.

With 3+ years post-graduate experience and AHPRA registration, you’ll coach junior staff, contribute to evidence-based practice, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to optimise patient outcomes and