Senior Occupational Therapist - Paediatrics - Doncaster, VIC

MediRecruit; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Superannuation

Supervision sessions

Professional development

Team leadership opportunities

Work-life balance

Job summary

MediRecruit is seeking a Senior Paediatric Occupational Therapist for a community NDIS role in Doncaster, VIC. You will manage a diverse paediatric caseload, delivering sensory profiling, fine motor support, home modifications, and comprehensive assessments.

The role requires full AHPRA registration and a passion for evidence-based practice and mentoring junior staff. A rewarding caseload with supervision and development opportunities awaits.

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualification in Occupational Therapy.
• Full AHPRA registration required.
• Willingness to take on opportunities and challenges.
• Ability to communicate with diverse clients.

Responsibilities

• Assess and prescribe equipment as needed.
• Plan and assess home modifications and housing needs.
• Provide therapy to NDIS participants.
• Prepare comprehensive written reports.
• Deliver tailored exercise therapy and sensory support.
• Support families and coordinators with clear communication.

Skills

Empathy

Communication

Time management

Autonomy

Education

Occupational Therapy degree

Job description

Senior Occupational Therapist - Paediatrics - Doncaster, VIC

About the Role: We are currently searching for a SeniorPaediatric Occupational Therapist for a community NDIS role in Doncaster, VIC. In this role, you will manage a diverse paediatric caseload, providing everything from sensory profiling and fine motor support to complex home modifications and housing assessments. You will be a key point of contact for families and support coordinators, driving best-practice therapy and mentoring junior staff within a supportive, variety-filled environment. Duties & responsibilities include:

• Assessment and prescription of assistive equipment
• Assessment and planning of home modifications
• Provision of therapy to NDIS participants
• Provision of comprehensive functional and environmental assessments
• Comprehensive written reports
• Tailored exercise therapy and promotion
• Therapy supports including: fine motor skills, sensory profiling and assistance with daily living skills
• Housing assessments and home modifications
• Clear, frequent and open communication between support coordinators,case managers and families

Benefits:

• $80,000 - $100,000 per annum plus superannuation
• Supervision sessions
• Professional Development
• Team Leadership opportunities available
• Variety in caseload and so many learning opportunities
• Work-life balance

About You:

• Tertiary qualification in Occupational Therapy
• Full AHPRA registration
• Willingness to take advantage of new opportunities and exciting challenges.
• Motivation to learn and contribute new ideas to promoting best practice therapy
• Empathy towards individuals with a disability and elderly individuals
• Inspiration to make a real difference in someone'slife
• Well-developed organisational and time management skills and the ability to proactively identify and meet expectations in a timely manner
• Excellent communication skills and ability to effectively communicate with clients from a diverse range of backgrounds
• Ability to work autonomously
• Ability to develop strong, professional relationships with team members, stakeholders and most importantly patients!
• Strong attention to detail skills with a focus on ensuring accurate preparation of documentation
• Current Driver's License and willingness to drive
• Active Police Check
• Working with Children Check
• Must have the right to work in Australia

Additional information

• $80,000 - $100,000 per annum plus superannuation
• Supervision sessions
• Professional Development