Urgent Occupational Therapist

Overview

Occupational Therapist - New Grad or Experienced - Brisbane North, Queensland.

Employment Type

- Permanent position.

- Multiple opportunities and flexibility across Part Time- & Full-Time employment.

Why this Role?

- Make an impact on lives of Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander Families

- Opportunity for professional development & career progression

- Work in a dynamic interprofessional primary health care team

- Opportunity to work across South-East Queensland with flexibility on location and caseload

- Strong Cultural Investment and Integrity Framework setting the foundation for our ways of Doing, Seeing, Being, Knowing and Belonging.

- Enjoy salary sacrifice benefits of up to $15,899 annually as well as Motor Vehicle Allowances for employees travelling throughout the organisation’s network.

- Access to “Growing Our Own Opportunities” through in-house training and programs.

- A work/life balance that provides growth opportunities and career progression across the organisation.

- Professional development opportunities are made available and encouraged by the leadership team to build staff as practitioners and as people.

- Opportunities to attend community events such as NAIDOC, Rugby League Carnivals and more.

- Onsite Presto’s Café at the Windsor Office providing a range of hot and cold beverages and healthy breakfast and lunch options.

Practice Information

This organisation was established by its founding members to provide a coordinated/integrated approach to the planning, development and delivery of comprehensive primary health care services for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander populations within the Southeast Qld Region. The Regional and Specialist Services team work to deliver a holistic range of services that support Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples across South-East Queensland. They provide direct clinical services, care coordination, allied therapies, contracted health professional services, and advocacy support to NDIS participants and the wider IUIH network. Their focus is on improving access to comprehensive and effective health services through inter-professional collaboration and strong partnerships with local stakeholders and organisations, ensuring participants receive high-quality, culturally responsive care.

Position Description

As an Occupational Therapist, you will provide culturally appropriate, client-centred care within a multidisciplinary team. Services are delivered within a system of care that walks alongside clients throughout their health journey, including both NDIS participants and the broader network. You will have the opportunity to:

- Work in Paediatrics, Adult & Disability service space

- Develop both Adult and Paediatric skills by maintaining a diverse caseload across the lifespan. This includes the opportunity to specialise in adult, paediatric or mixed caseloads.

- Work collaboratively within an interprofessional team of health care professionals including: Speech Pathologists, Physios, EPs, Paed Nurses, GPs, AHWs, Paediatricians, and more. As a collaborative team we work together to provide client-centred care.

- Work in a variety of settings such as primary health care clinics, kindergartens, and other community settings.

- Contribute to continuing innovative health service development.

- Be committed to the philosophy and practice of Aboriginal Community Controlled Health.

Position Requirements (Mandatory)

- AHPRA Registration

- Relevant degree in Occupational Therapy

- Current Yellow Card – Disability Worker Screening Clearance (Prior to Commencement)

- Current C Class Drivers Licence (Qld) and willingness to travel

- Current First Aid & CPR Certificates (Willingness to obtain)

- Current criminal history check (willingness to obtain)

After Hours Requirements

No

Salary Information

$81,503 – $106,855 + Super + Vehicle Allowance

For more information on this position, please contact our team via hws@healthworkforce.com.au.

Please apply via the 'Apply Now' button on this page.

Following successful placement, eligible candidates may be entitled to receive support and financial assistance through Health Workforce Queensland's comprehensive workforce attraction and retention incentives. This position may be eligible for a scholarship or bursary for ongoing professional development.

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