Grade 1 Occupational Therapist
Grade 1 Occupational Therapist
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Alfred Health
Alfred Health is a leader in health care delivery improvement research and education. We are the main provider of health services to people living in the inner southeast suburbs of Melbourne from ambulatory to inpatient and home and communitybased services.
2 x GRADE 1 OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY POSITIONS
- Permanent and fixed term contract until Jan 2027 available
- Full Time (80hrs per f/n) monthly ADO
- Occupational Therapist Grade 1 Classification (VE8VF3)
- Alfred Health Sites rotational every 6 months
- Great Staff Benefits! 5 Weeks Annual Leave & Salary Packaging
Alfred Health Occupational Therapy Service
Alfred Health Occupational Therapy Services operates across The Alfred Caulfield and Sandringham Hospitals with clinical services aligned to Alfred Healths strategic goals and operational performance targets.
The Occupational Therapy Service is committed to the provision of highquality evidencebased care and strongly values professional development and clinical supervision. Clinical service provision is focused on inpatient acute rehabilitation and aged care streams for diverse patient populations including emergency general medicine surgical orthopaedic neurological trauma spinal amputee and burns/plastics speciality units.
The benefits of working within the Occupational Therapy department at Alfred Health include:
- The opportunity to work in a supportive team with diverse clinical expertise and knowledge.
- Access to regularly scheduled PD opportunities and crosscampus education supported by a strong clinical supervision framework.
- A commitment to developing your clinical nonclinical and leadership skills with a focus on promoting personal development and career progression and providing the opportunity to participate in Research and Quality Improvement initiatives.
- A focus on worklife balance and employee wellbeing with access to formal employee support programs.
- Access to Salary Packaging.
About the Role
We currently have two exciting opportunities for experienced Grade 1 Occupational Therapists to become a valued member of our welcoming and supportive team at Alfred will be responsible for the provision of Occupational Therapy Services within a designated clinical caseload appropriate to their level of experience and successful applicants will work closely with the multidisciplinary team and provide highquality Occupational Therapy assessment and intervention to patients. This role offers a valuable and unique opportunity to gain clinical experience in a range of settings and clinical areas/settings and firsthand exposure to a patients journey through the entire continuum of care. The Alfred Health Occupational Therapy rotations are across a range of clinical areas in:
- Acute (general medicine orthopaedics neurotrauma medical specialties general surgery)
- Subacute (neuro spinal acquired brain injury aged care)
- Community/homebased settings
At Alfred Healths Occupational Therapy Service we offer regular clinical supervision and avenues for continuous professional development ensuring a dynamic and fulfilling career path for our dedicated Alfred Health the Occupational Therapy service delivers a sevenday model of care and the incumbent in this role may be required to assist with weekend service provision on a periodic basis.
Skills & Experience
- Grade 1 classification
- B. App Sc (OT) B. Occupational Therapy MOT prac or recognised equivalent
- Full Registration held with the Occupational Therapy Board of Australia (via AHPRA)
- Member of OT Australia (or eligibility for membership)
- Core clinical Occupational Therapy assessment and intervention skills
- Effective interpersonal skills with a proven ability to work well within a team environment and relate to medical nursing and allied health staff patients and families
- Recent experience working in acute or subacute inpatient services (and/or relevant experience as a student) is desirable
Benefits
- Salary Packaging & Novated Leasing throughMaxxia.
- Flexible Heath Insurance coverage throughHCF Health Insurance.
- Onsite car & bike parking opportunities Deducted PreTax!!
- Fantastic onsite fitness facilities at The Alfred throughProSportHealth and Fitness.
- Child Care Services at The Alfred managed byKU Childrens Services.
If applicable specify specific requirements that you require in the cover letter or CV.
Any queries please contactAnthea Udovicich Deputy Occupational Therapy Manager onor
Applications closing at 11.00 pm on Friday 16th of May
Alfred Health is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce that reflects the community we serve. Applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders are encouraged.
In accordance with the Health Services Amendment (Mandatory Vaccination of Healthcare Workers) Act 2020 health care workers in Category A or B roles (as determined by the departments risk ratings) are required to be vaccinated against influenza or hold an acceptable medical exemption.
Employment Type
Full-Time
