Occupational Therapy Practice Development Specialist

4 weeks ago

Tasmania, Australia OTA Full time
About Occupational Therapy Australia

At OTA, we are dedicated to supporting the occupational therapy profession in Australia. As a leading advocate for occupational therapists, we strive to promote best practices and provide resources for professionals to excel in their roles.

The Role

We are seeking an experienced Occupational Therapy Practice Development Specialist to join our team for a 12-month contract. The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing the implementation of the OTA National Workforce Project, developing and delivering contemporary advisory services related to the occupational therapy profession, and contributing to the delivery of programs that meet the current and emerging needs of the profession.

Key Responsibilities
  • Practice Advisory: Provide clinical content, input, and review to ensure services across the organisation are evidence-based and clinically sound.
  • Project Delivery: Support the development and implementation of practice quality standards, governance, processes, and tools.
  • Collaboration & Continuous Improvement: Review existing processes, policies, and procedures to contribute to continuous improvements and best practices.
  • Stakeholder Relationships & Member Engagement: Collaborate with other departments within OTA to support knowledge transfer processes.
  • Professional Representation: Ensure OTA services are evidence-based, underpinned by robust clinical governance, quality, and safety principles.
  • Budget Management: Prepare reports to enable effective decision-making and planning.
Requirements
  • A Registered Occupational Therapist with AHPRA registration.
  • An excellent understanding of AHPRA practice standards, professional practice, and development matters.
  • Demonstrated commitment to the occupational therapy profession.
  • Demonstrated clinical expertise in occupational therapy.
  • Experience in educational program development, practice guidelines, policies, and procedures.
  • Experience in leading evidence-based quality improvement activities.
  • Excellent time management and organisational skills.
  • Capacity to work independently and build/maintain effective working relationships.
Why Choose OTA?

OTA offers a professionally satisfying, rewarding, and flexible working environment. We provide a hybrid work model, flexible hours, and various initiatives to support work-life balance, including:

  • Flexible Work Arrangements: Melbourne-based employees enjoy a hybrid work model (2-3 days in the office, 3 days remote) and flexible hours.
  • Employee Assistance Program: Confidential assessments, short-term counselling, referrals, and follow-up services.
  • Half Day Off for Health Checks: Employees receive half a day off each year for health checks.
  • Birthday Leave: Celebrate your birthday with an additional day off.
  • Working From Anywhere Policy: Eligible employees can work interstate or internationally for up to 4 weeks per year.
  • Free OTA Membership: All on-staff OTs receive free OTA memberships to support continuing professional development.

This is an exceptional opportunity to make a meaningful contribution to the growth and success of OTA while advancing your career as a specialist in occupational therapy practice development.

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