Occupational Therapy Department Manager

1 week ago


Frenchs Forest, New South Wales, Australia Healthscope Full time
About the Role

We are seeking an experienced and skilled Occupational Therapy Department Manager to join our team at Healthscope. As a key member of our healthcare team, you will be responsible for leading and managing the Occupational Therapy service to ensure efficient and effective service delivery that is evidence-based and patient-centered.

Key Responsibilities
  • Lead and manage the OT service to ensure high-quality patient care and efficient service delivery.
  • Be accountable for the effective management of human, financial, and material resources.
  • Undertake direct patient care and provide high-quality and culturally appropriate occupational therapy assessment and treatments.
  • Provide guidance and support to less experienced members of the team.
  • Work closely with the Director of Allied Health and referrers to ensure a customer-focused quality service.
  • Establish a framework for professional supervision and provide guidance to staff within the team.
  • Work as part of the healthcare team, adhere to Healthscope policies and procedures, and participate in quality improvement initiatives.
Requirements
  • Masters/Bachelor Degree in Applied Science Occupational Therapy and eligibility for practicing membership to Occupational Therapy Australia.
  • Current registration with Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA).
  • Minimum of 7 years' clinical Occupational Therapy experience in an acute environment.
  • Previous leadership and staff supervision experience.
Desirable Qualifications
  • Experience in leading quality improvement activities.
  • Postgraduate qualification in management/leadership or working towards.
  • Experience in the Private Hospital sector.
Personal Competencies
  • Highly developed leadership and communication skills.
  • Demonstrated commitment and provision of exceptional customer service.
  • Highly-developed negotiation, problem-solving, analytical, organizational, and conflict resolution skills.
  • Self-motivated, demonstrates initiative, self-awareness, and reflective practice.
  • Ability to achieve results through consultation and facilitation.
  • Ability to develop positive relationships with a diverse range of people.
  • Demonstrated change management skills and ability to work with ambiguity.
What We Offer
  • Discounted onsite parking and access to public transport.
  • Discounted gym memberships.
  • Employee Assistance Programs.
  • Salary Packaging.
  • Bulk billing services for employees and immediate family members.


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