Occupational Therapist

Overview

The Role: Our rotational program offers early career occupational therapists the opportunity to gain experience across acute, sub-acute and community settings, with high quality supervision and regular professional development. You will be welcomed by peers from across Australia in Hobart and have access to senior occupational therapists and clinical leads to support your career progression. Occupational Therapists graduating in 2025 through to those with several years of experience are encouraged to apply. If you are within your first year of graduation, you\'ll be eligible to join our Allied Health Graduate Program, offering interprofessional learning, peer support and mentoring opportunities.

The service

We offer a rewarding workplace featuring contemporary, evidence-informed practice with Occupational Therapy integrated into broader multidisciplinary teams. As a service of over 90 dedicated staff, we are connected to the Royal Hobart Hospital, the largest teaching hospital in Tasmania. Our team is a vibrant mix of locals and new Tasmanian adventurers, ready to welcome your energy, experience and fresh perspectives. Here, you\'ll work and learn alongside accomplished colleagues while making a meaningful difference in the diverse community.

Location: Hobart, Tasmania

Why Tasmania

We are small enough in Tasmania for you to shape and influence your work and make an impact daily, yet big enough to feel part of something important. We'll induct you fully and welcome you into our team and culture. We'll support your growth with time, resources, and expert colleagues. Tasmania offers coastal scenery, national parks and a vibrant dining and nightlife scene.

Details of appointment

Permanent full-time, day worker position, 76 hours per fortnight, commencing as soon as possible. Hours negotiable with the successful applicant.

Salary and benefits

Salary: $73,834 to $111,364 per annum. Employer 12% superannuation contribution is on top of this amount. Salary range is in accordance with the Allied Health Professionals Public Sector Unions Wages Agreement No. 2 of 2022.

Salary Packaging: Access to salary packaging including living expenses up to $9,010 and $2,650 in meal entertainment each FBT year, plus other eligible benefits.

• Professional development and accelerated pathways
• Professional development allowance of $1,000 per year
• Leave entitlements, including study leave and Professional Development Support
• Fitness Passport – access to 40+ fitness facilities across Tasmania for a weekly rate per person or per family

More information about Employee Benefits can be found here.

Eligibility

Successful applicants will be required to meet the essential criteria.

• Tertiary qualification/program approved by the Occupational Board of Australia
• Registered with the Occupational Therapy Board of Australia
• Registration/licences must remain current and valid; this includes notification if revoked, cancelled or conditions altered.

Note: Please refer to the Application Guide for pre-employment checks.

How to apply

Apply Online. Click the "Apply" button to answer important questions. You will be prompted to complete a 1-2 page application detailing your experience, skills and knowledge related to the Statement of Duties. A separate statement addressing the selection criteria is not required.

• Applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted for this role

Contact for more information

Name: Kate Kearney
Position: Deputy Manager Occupational Therapy
Phone: 0438 452 999
Email: kate.kearney@ths.tas.gov.au

What it is like working at the Department of Health

Compassion, Accountability, Respect, Excellence are the core values. Listen to experiences from staff and learn about relocating to Tasmania. Respect for diversity is foundational and we encourage applicants from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, LGBTIQA+ people, and people living with disabilities.

#J-18808-Ljbffr

---