Senior Occupational Therapist- Specialist Geriatric Dementia Unit

Senior Occupational Therapist - Specialist Geriatric Dementia Unit

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Work type : Full time

Location : Various

Categories : Allied and Scientific Health

• Specialist Geriatric Unit
• Hampstead Rehabilitation Centre, Central Adelaide Local Health Network, Adelaide
• Salary AHP-3 $104,180 - $111,746 p.a. + Superannuation and Salary Sacrifice Benefits
• Full time temporary up to 13 / 9 / 26. Part time will be considered.
• Opportunity to convert to permanency longer term.

For those passionate about geriatrics and dementia, we have a position within the 2B Specialist Geriatric Dementia Unit at Hampstead Rehabilitation Centre. The OTs in this unit play a pivotal role in care planning, behavioural support, discharge planning, provision of equipment, ADL support, and supportive practices.

About You

You are a skilled and motivated Occupational Therapist with a passion for leadership and clinical excellence. You thrive in a leadership role, guiding and mentoring others while driving clinical excellence. Your expertise in managing complex cases and your collaborative approach will be key to your success.

Join Us

If you're ready to advance your career and make a difference, apply today to join the Hampstead Rehabilitation Centre team at CALHN Occupational Therapy.

Key Responsibilities

Are you passionate about making a meaningful difference in individuals' lives and assisting in identifying services required through their patient journey? In your role, you will:

1. Provide high-level professional judgement, clinical reasoning, and skills to the clinical management of patients with significant levels of complexity.
2. Work with a broad and diverse range of multidisciplinary health professionals within South Australia's largest health system.
3. Provide clinical leadership, education, coordination, and support for patients, staff, and agencies.

Join us in providing excellence in care throughout the patient's health journey.

As a Senior Occupational Therapist, you will have the opportunity to demonstrate your expertise and autonomy in decision-making, contributing significantly to our mission of enhancing patient outcomes. This role is suitable for an Occupational Therapist with at least five years' experience and offers opportunities for career development and professional growth.

Qualifications

• An appropriate Degree or equivalent which entitles registration as an Occupational Therapist by the Occupational Therapy Board of Australia (OTBA) and Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA).

About CALHN

At Central Adelaide (CALHN), we're shaping the future of health through excellence in clinical care, research, and innovation. As South Australia's largest health network, we deliver exceptional, safe, and connected healthcare for our patients, community, and staff.

With more than 17,000 dedicated employees, every day at CALHN presents an opportunity to make a real impact—guided by our values to be our best.

Join us and be part of a team committed to a seamless, safe, and connected experience for all.

Find out more about our stories, our network, and the opportunities to join CALHN.

Benefits of Joining CALHN

• Salary attractions: Flexible options for salary packaging covering living expenses, meal and entertainment allowances, and novated leasing.
• Annual leave: Paid recreation leave for rejuvenation, with leave loading.
• Flexible work arrangements: Promoting diversity and flexible working options, including part-time roles.
• Health and fitness benefits: Access to Fitness Passport, a discounted workplace health and fitness program.
• Career opportunities: Growth within SA Health system with skill development and movement across sites.
• Employee Assistance Program: Confidential counselling and support services.

Join CALHN for a fulfilling career with comprehensive benefits and a commitment to your success.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

CALHN is an Equal Opportunities employer committed to an inclusive workplace embracing diversity. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, culturally diverse backgrounds, people with disabilities, all genders, and LGBTQI+ community members.

Application Information

• Please refer to the role description for essential educational/vocational qualifications.
• Appointment is subject to satisfactory Criminal History Check and immunisation screening.
• SA Health implements vaccination policies for workplace safety.

Unsolicited applications from recruitment agencies or third parties will not be accepted.

Job ref : Enquiries to :

Kirsty Jewell

Position : Senior Manager OT - HRC

Phone : E-mail :

Application Closing Date: 11:55 pm Sunday 7 September 2025

Refer to the SA Health Career Website for application instructions.

Application documents: RD Senior Occupational

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Advertised : 18 Aug 2025 Cen. Australia Standard Time

Applications close : 07 Sep 2025 Cen. Australia Standard Time

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