Grade 2 Occupational Therapist - Acute Services Pay: Competitive Location: Melbourne/Victoria Employment type: Full-Time Job Description 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 community-based services.
2 x Grade Occupational Therapist positions: acute services Position 1: General Medicine Position 2: General surgery & acute services Both positions are permanent Full Time (1.0 EFT / 80hrs) + ADO (part-time applications will be considered and welcome to apply).
Occupational Therapist Grade 2 Classification: (VF6-VF9) Located at: The Alfred Opportunity to work in a supportive organisation with opportunities for personal growth, development, and career progression.
Great Staff Benefits! 5 Weeks Annual Leave & Salary Packaging.
About the Team Alfred Health Occupational Therapy Services operates across The Alfred, Caulfield, and Sandringham Hospitals, with clinical services aligned to Alfred Health's strategic goals and operational performance targets.
The Occupational Therapy Service is committed to the provision of high-quality, evidence-based care and strongly values professional development and clinical supervision.
The benefits of working within the Occupational Therapy department at Alfred Health include: Access to regularly scheduled Professional Development opportunities and cross-campus education, supported by a strong clinical supervision framework.
A commitment to developing your clinical, non-clinical, and leadership skills with a focus on promoting personal development and career progression.
A focus on work-life balance and employee well-being with access to formal employee support programs.
Unique opportunity to gain clinical experience and specialist expertise in a range of diagnostic groups.
Roles that are also well supported to encourage new, emerging, or transitioning Grade 2 clinicians to continue to develop their clinical and leadership skills.
About the Role Two exciting opportunities exist for experienced Grade 2 Occupational Therapists to join the Occupational Therapy team at Alfred Health in a permanent capacity.
The successful applicants for these Grade 2 Occupational Therapy positions will apply their knowledge, skill, and expertise to deliver excellent clinical service to patients across a range of diagnostic groups in the General Medicine, General Surgery, and acute services stream (including leave cover).
The Occupational Therapists will provide high-quality assessment and intervention to promote occupational performance, contribute to timely progression of care, and facilitate discharge pathways to home and the community for these patients.
They may also play an important role in occupational therapy intervention to NDIS participants who have been admitted to hospital.
They will work closely and collaboratively with the multi-disciplinary team to contribute to patient-centred comprehensive care.
Grade 2 clinicians have an important role in leading various teaching/training and quality improvement activities across the Occupational Therapy Service and will be responsible for the supervision and mentoring of junior Occupational Therapy staff, Allied Health Assistants, and/or undergraduate students.
They will be well supported by an experienced Grade 3 senior Occupational Therapist, including regular supervision and access to professional development opportunities.
At Alfred Health, the Occupational Therapy service delivers a seven-day model of care.
The incumbents in this position may be required to work one weekend shift on a periodic basis to assist progression of care and clinical service delivery at the acute site.
Skills and Experience Required A minimum of 3 years of clinical experience in occupational therapy.
Registration with the Occupational Therapy Board of Australia and eligibility for OTA membership.
Clinical experience and knowledge of client-centred, occupational service delivery in an acute setting.
Demonstrated ability to evaluate and modify service delivery in accordance with evidence-based practice.
Experience working within an interdisciplinary team with strong interpersonal skills.
A strong commitment to ongoing learning and development.
Flexibility and adaptability in both clinical service provision and interactions with the team.
Experience in supervision of junior staff and students is highly desirable.
Experience/Qualifications B.
App Sc (OT), B.
Occupational Therapy, MOT prac, or recognized equivalent.
Full Registration held with Occupational Therapy Board of Australia (AHPRA).
Member of OT Australia (or eligibility for membership).
Minimum three years of clinical experience in Occupational Therapy.
Current Victorian Driver's License (unrestricted).
Current Working with Children's Check.
Benefits Salary Packaging & Novated Leasing through Maxxia.
Flexible Health Insurance coverage through HCF Health Insurance.
On-site car & bike parking opportunities, Deducted Pre-Tax! Fantastic onsite fitness facilities at The Alfred through Pro Sport Health and Fitness.
Child Care Services at The Alfred managed by KU Children's Services.
If applicable, specify specific requirements that you require in the cover letter or CV.
Any queries please contact Anna Kennedy, Acting Deputy Occupational Therapy Manager, on 0408 484 099 or Applications closing 11pm AEST, Sunday 6th October 2024.
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 Minister's Covid-19 Mandatory Vaccination Order, all Alfred Health employees are required to be fully vaccinated (3 doses) for COVID-19 or hold an acceptable medical exemption.
Furthermore, 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 department's risk ratings) are required to be vaccinated against influenza or hold an acceptable medical exemption.
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