Occupational Therapist or Physiotherapist G2

1 week ago

Heidelberg, Victoria, Australia Austin Health Full time

Grade 2 Occupational Therapist (preferred) or Physiotherapist (welcome)

  • $43.89 -$50.45 / hour depending on classification level
  • Up to $12,000 tax free earnings with salary packaging options
  • 5 weeks annual leave with additional monthly paid day off for full time staff
  • Join a social, supportive team where our team runs social and wellbeing activities
  • Build leadership skills with peer support programs, professional development and portfolio responsibilities
  • Join a department that values employee development and offers great career opportunities

We are searching for a passionate Occupational Therapist or Physiotherapist with well-developed neurological upper limb management skills, a strong background in rehabilitation and neurophysiology and a passion for driving best practice patient care in a bustling public health setting. You will join the outpatient stream to ensure safe and effective evidence based clinical care for patients and their families. This position is based in the Upper Limb Program (ULP) which provides excellent clinical care to patients with spinal cord and peripheral nerve injuries and neurological conditions affecting their upper limb function.

About Occupational Therapy:

Our Occupational Therapy department at Austin Health is a bustling hub of patient-centered care, continuous improvement, professional growth and supportive career structures. Our focus is on wellbeing, evidence-based service improvement, sustainable workforce, and growth and development.

This role will join our collaborative and welcoming team where you'll have the opportunity to work in a supportive culture where high-quality supervision and on-the-job skills training are priority, enabling you to excel in your role and continue your professional growth.

As a grade 2 clinician, a typical day will see you:

  • Deliver excellent clinical care: You will complete person-centred assessments, intervention and complex discharge planning to achieve positive patient outcomes in collaboration with a multi-disciplinary team.
  • Participate in quality supervision and training: You will receive routine clinical supervision and have access to quality teaching from experienced staff. You will be supported to deliver clinical supervision and training to grade 1 OT staff.
  • Contribute to a positive workplace culture that prioritises wellbeing and personal growth
  • Contribute to continuous improvement: Collaborate on research, quality improvement or clinical education initiatives your service area, under the guidance of a leadership team that pushes boundaries to deliver exceptional patient care.

Our five diverse streams - Outpatients, Acute, Aged Care, Rehabilitation, and - offer endless opportunities to refine your skills and expand your horizons. You'll find inspiration, growth, and a sense of belonging within our team.

You'll thrive if you have:

  • Developed clinical experience in a relevant occupational therapy setting
  • A passion to become, and develop others to be the best OT you can be
  • Effective self-management skills which enable you to flourish in a dynamic environment
  • A collaborative spirit and a commitment to building strong relationships
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Our benefits:

Working at Austin Health means enjoying a strong sense of purpose, engaging in meaningful work every day. Our people also receive a variety of rewarding benefits, including:

  • Greater take-home pay through generous salary packaging
  • A suite of wellness initiatives designed to support you, including discounts on fitness memberships and health insurance, and a comprehensive wellbeing program
  • Mentoring and career development opportunities
  • Onsite childcare, easy access via public transport, car parking and end of journey facilities for cyclists

Inclusion at Austin Health

We celebrate, value and include people of all backgrounds, genders, identities, cultures, bodies and abilities. We welcome and support applications from anyone identifying as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander, physically or culturally diverse, LGBTQIA+, and people of any age.

Work with us

If you feel this role is right for you, we encourage your early application. Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and interviews may take place prior to the closing date. This means we reserve the right to close a job ad prior to the advertised closing date. All appointments are made subject to a satisfactory National Police Check and if required, a Working With Children Check. If you require any reasonable adjustments to the recruitment process or have questions about this opportunity, you are welcome to reach out to the hiring manager: Carol Davis,

Interested in finding out more about this opportunity? Click here to view the position description for further details.

Application closing date: 26th June 2024

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