Weekend Casual Occupational Therapist

Peninsula Health; Frankston; Presencial; AUD 65.000 - 90.000; A tiempo parcial

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Low-cost onsite parking

Salary packaging & novated leasing

Exclusive discounts at retailers

Fitness Passport gym access

Employee Assistance Program

Education and training opportunities

Descripción de la vacante

Peninsula Health in Frankston is seeking an Occupational Therapist for a casual weekend role delivering rehabilitation and subacute care to patients in their homes.

You will be part of a multidisciplinary team providing assessment and intervention across neurological, orthopaedic, rehabilitation, GEM and palliative streams, promoting independence and quality of life through home visits, clinics, group programs and telehealth.

Formación

• Current registration with the Occupational Therapy Board of Australia (via AHPRA).
• Competence in OT clinical service provision including evidence-based assessment, intervention and discharge planning.
• Knowledge of home-based and patient-centred care.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Understanding of service delivery challenges pertaining to weekend OT service delivery (desirable).

Responsabilidades

• Deliver high-quality rehabilitation in patients' homes within a weekend casual role.
• Assess and intervene across neurological, orthopaedic, rehabilitation, GEM and palliative care streams.
• Work within a multidisciplinary team and Better@Home model, using home visits, clinic appointments, group programs and telehealth.

Conocimientos

AT Board registration

Clinical service provision

Home-based care knowledge

Verbal and written communication

Descripción del empleo

• Located at Golf Links Road in Frankston, Victoria
• Classification: Occupational Therapist Grade 2, Year 1 - Year 4 (VF6 - VF9)* plus super

Bayside Health is a public health service delivering high-quality care across every stage of life for close to 1.2 million people living in metropolitan Melbourne, the Mornington Peninsula, Koo Wee Rup, Bass Coast and Southern Gippsland.

We have more than 15 main sites, including hospitals, centres and clinics that provide comprehensive care from welcoming newborns to supporting older people and a full range of services in between.

More than 22,000 dedicated staff are focused on providing exceptional, equitable, and locally connected care through shared expertise, compassion, and a commitment to continuous growth. Education and training are central to staff development as we encourage all employees to strive and thrive.

Bayside Health was formed following the merger of Alfred Health, Bass Coast Health, Gippsland Southern Health Service, Kooweerup Regional Health Service and Peninsula Health on 1 January 2026.

The Team & Role

Join Peninsula At Home Subacute in a rewarding casual weekend Occupational Therapist role, delivering high-quality rehabilitation and subacute care to patients in the comfort of their own homes. As part of a multidisciplinary team, you will provide assessment and intervention across neurological, orthopaedic, rehabilitation, GEM and palliative care streams, helping patients maximise their independence, recovery and quality of life. Working within the innovative Better@Home model, you will have the opportunity to deliver evidence-based care through a combination of home visits, clinic appointments, group programs and telehealth across the Peninsula Health catchment, making a meaningful difference to patient outcomes while enjoying the flexibility of weekend casual work.

Skills & Experience Required

• Current registration with the Occupational Therapy Board of Australia (via AHPRA).
• Demonstrated competence in Occupational Therapy clinical service provision, including evidenced based assessment, intervention and discharge planning.
• Demonstrated knowledge of requirements relating to home based and patient centred care.
• Highly developed verbal and written communication skills.
• Understanding of service delivery challenges pertaining to weekend occupational therapy service delivery (desirable).
• Take advantage of low-cost onsite parking
• Boost your take-home pay with generous salary packaging & novated leasing
• Unlock exclusive discounts at top retailers and dining spots
• Stay fit with access to premium gyms via Fitness Passport
• Feel supported with our holistic Employee Assistance Program
• Grow your skills through top-tier education and training partners
• Join a vibrant, collaborative team led by passionate leaders

Next Steps

For role specific information, please contact Ester Mebalds, ********@phcn.vic.gov.au.

If you experience any issues signing in or registering, please feel welcome to contact Talent Acquisition Team at ***************@phcn.vic.gov.au or 03 9784 2*** (option 1).

The role ceases advertising on 30 November 2026:Please note that applications will be considered upon receipt and that this job posting may close early if a sufficient number of applications are received, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.We kindly ask that all applications be submitted through the advertised application link, as applications received via email are unable to be progressed.

Thank you for your interest in this role. Bayside Health (Peninsula Health Care Group) is regularly advertising positions across the health service so please take the time to review other relevant opportunities by going to https://www.peninsulahealth.org.au/careers/

Additional Information

Bayside Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We encourage applications from individuals from all cultural backgrounds including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. We also provide a safe and supportive workplace for people with all abilities.

To find out more about our recruitment processes, compliance obligations and to prepare your application to join our team please visit: https://www.peninsulahealth.org.au/careers/working-preparing-employment/

*Please refer to Allied Health Professionals (Victorian Public Sector) (Single Interest Employers) Enterprise Agreement 2021 – 2026 salary circular for salary range. Sub-grading will be based on years of experience. For further information on salary range classifications and grading please refer to the following page: https://www.peninsulahealth.org.au/careers/working-with-us/salary-rates/

It is strongly recommended that individuals in this role remain up to date with their COVID-19 vaccinations.

Join Bayside Health and help us to deliver healthy lives for everyone, through sustainable, innovative, compassionate care.