Occupational Therapist

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Ready for a dynamic career where every day brings new challenges?

Are you passionate about contributing to healthcare improvements?

Attractive & competitive base wage with bonus scheme to reward clinical excellence

Job Type: Permanent – Full Time

About the opportunity on offer:

This organisation is looking for Occupational Therapists to join their multi-disciplinary team. The responsibilities of an Occupational Therapist include, but are not confined to:

• Assessing and designing personalised intervention services and therapy plans for various needs including paediatrics, home modifications, vocational rehabilitation, disability, neurological rehabilitation, and aged care
• Collaborating with allied health professionals and local primary healthcare teams to achieve client goals within base clinic and outreach locations
• Preparing and presenting information sessions for educators, parents, and/or other professionals
• Providing services under the NDIS, DVA, WC, Medicare, PHN, Checkup, Aged Care Packages among others
• Actively engaging in weekly multi-disciplinary case conferences for complex NDIS clients
• Delivering hands-on therapy and coaching clients in alternative techniques to advance motor skills, coordination, balance, and mobility
• Facilitating transformative advancements in rural healthcare and community education by actively engaging in events and providing authoritative leadership on social media within the field of Occupational Therapy
• Creating and executing plans for clients aimed at enhancing their daily routines and tasks
• Contributing to internal PD in areas of interest, dependent on experience level

Why work for this organisation?

• Comprehensive clinical development & support across all career stages
• Attractive & competitive base wage with a bonus scheme to reward clinical excellence
• Opportunities for multiple levels of professional development. Internal workshops include opportunities for peer support through activities like river cruises, vineyard tours, and mentorship from leading national Speech Pathologists
• Relocation & rental support provided
• Flexible rosters as we love work-life balance
• Unlock your potential with career advancement opportunities
• Community involvement (local social events and activities)
• Exciting travel opportunities - explore new towns and their cultures by traveling to one of our 7 clinics
• Be a part of a dynamic team collaboration where you will get to work alongside talented and motivated individuals who cultivate teamwork

Who they are looking for:

• You possess 1-4 years of experience managing a clinical caseload
• You're looking for a supportive environment to grow into leadership positions or clinical excellence in an interest area of your choice
• You're passionate about enhancing services in rural, remote, and indigenous communities to make a meaningful impact with your career
• You are enthusiastic about joining a dynamic team deeply dedicated to their work
• You thrive on challenges and are able to adapt to changing situations and environments
• You are driven by the prospect of engaging with diverse, multi-disciplinary clients
• You are looking for an organisation that prioritises support, professional development & team culture
• You're confident in clinical decision-making and problem-solving in paediatric therapy