Occupational Therapist, Renal Outpatients

Occupational Therapist, Renal Outpatients - Grade 3

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Occupational Therapist, Renal Outpatients - Grade 3

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Reference Number:51974:Occupational Therapist, Renal Outpatients - Grade 3

Employment Type:On Going Part Time (PT)

Location:Northern Health (All Campuses)

About Northern Health:

As an organisation we have a clear focus on how we service and partner with our community, including our strategy of helping the community stay well when at home. Our reputation of community minded, inclusive and progressive is matched to none.

Northern Health is located in the rapidly growing northern suburbs with projected growth the biggest in the state. With a booming, culturally rich and diverse community, and less than an hour's drive from the CBD (still within the bounds of Myki and ride-sharing), Melbourne's North is fast

Northern Health are seeking applications from motivated and suitably experienced Occupational Therapists to join our Renal Outpatient team.

About Northern Health:

Northern Health is the major provider of acute, maternity, sub-acute, mental health, specialist, community and home-based services in Melbourne's rapidly growing outer north.

Services are provided through our five main campuses:

Northern Hospital Epping, Broadmeadows Hospital, Bundoora Centre, Craigieburn Centre, and Kilmore District Hospital.

In addition, Mental Health Services are provided at Epping, Broadmeadows, Jacana, Preston, Mill Park and Coburg.

About the Role:

The Occupational Therapist (OT) department at Northern Health prides itself on being inclusive, supportive and is committed to evidence-based practice.

We are a team of OT's who are driven by positive patient outcomes and team work.

We employ over 100 staff just within the OT department and enjoy seeing our team take on opportunities to support their growth and development.

We are seeking an experienced Grade 3 Occupational Therapist to join our team at Northern Health at a part time basis.

This role requires a therapist with experience in community or subacute settings who is passionate about providing person-centred care.

This role works with the Renal outpatient team, for patients undergoing dialysis or living with Chronic Kidney Disease.

It is predominantly based at the Northern Hospital Epping but also services Epping Private Hospital, Broadmeadows Hospital, Craigieburn Centre and Kilmore District Hospital as required.

You will be responsible for completing pre home dialysis assessments for both peritoneal dialysis and haemodialysis, as well as providing OT intervention to support patients to maintain their preferred dialysis modality.

OT assessment and intervention will also be provided for nephrology patients including the provision of symptom management for CKD patients attending the outpatient clinics or dialysis units.

This role will work closely with the allied health teams, nursing staff, nephrologists, and chronic kidney disease educators.

To be successful in this role you will have:

• Recognised tertiary qualification in Occupational Therapy
• Fully registered as an Occupational Therapist with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA)
• Eligible for membership with OT AUstralia
• Current Australian Driver's Licence
• Current National Police Check and Working with Children Check VIC
• Proven ability to work collaboratively within the multi-disciplinary team
• Demonstrated experience or willingness to learn about chronic health conditions
• Sound working knowledge of community services
• Commitment to life-long learning
• Demonstrated effective verbal and written communication skills
  
  

Next Steps . .

If this opportunity sounds like the next step in your career, then we would love to hear from you. Please click on the'Apply'button and follow the prompts.

For further details, please refer to thePosition Description or contact: Kate MacIvor, Acting Clinical Leader- Occupational Therapy 0427 130 190.

Applications closeSunday 14 September 2025

Shortlisting will commence immediately for this vacancy. If an appropriate candidate is sourced, the advertising may close early, thus we advise you to apply right away.

Why work at the Northern Health?

NH offer a range of benefits which support and reward staff both personally and professionally.

Our staff benefits include award winning facilities and campus partnerships, Professional development and events, an award winning Health and wellbeing program and financial benefits.

• Health and Wellbeing programs, including our new 'Thrive' program
• Flexibility in the workplace and extra leave options and support
• An inclusive and culturally safe space
• Access to salary packaging, EAP, our online library and onsite car parking
  
  

Work with us Northern Health is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce which reflects the community we serve. Applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, as well as applicants who are LGBTIQ+, who have different abilities, or are from culturally and Linguistically Diverse Backgrounds are encouraged.Seniority level

• Seniority levelNot Applicable

Employment type

• Employment typeFull-time

Job function

• Job functionHealth Care Provider
• IndustriesHospitals and Health Care

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