Occupational Therapist

Occupational Therapist - GEM and Rehab at Home

• Permanent Part Time position | 64 hrs a fortnight | Enjoy work life balance
• Peter James Centre, Forest Hill | Carparking on site | Close to cafes and shops
• Expand your clinical expertise with diverse caseloads & professional development

Eastern Health

Eastern Health is one of Melbourne's largest public health services. We provide a range of emergency, surgical, medical and general healthcare services and have a proud history of serving a diverse community.

Our Employee Value Proposition is "Being a part of Eastern Health means belonging to a welcoming team of healthcare experts".

This statement aligns with our promise to our communities, patients, consumers and staff that we will be HEALTHIER TOGETHER. Bolder than a vision for the future, our promise calls us to action. We know that working together is the only way we can achieve what is necessary for a healthier future.

About the role

We have an exciting opportunity for a enthusiastic and skilled Occupational Therapist to join the GEM/ team at Eastern Health

The GEM/REHAB@ Home program has undergone rapid growth to be one of the largest GEM/ programs in the state and aims to ensure that people with multiple and complex needs gain rapid access to specialist assessment, diagnostic and management services including care coordination in their own home. This is in order to optimise recovery and reduce risks associated with hospitalisation.

About you

To be successful in this role you will possess:

• B. App Sc (OT), B. Occupational Therapy, MOT prac or recognised equivalent.
• Full Registration held with Occupational Therapy Board of Australia (AHPRA)
• Member of OT Australia (or eligibility for membership)
• Previous Occupational Therapy hospital experience
• Victoria driver's license
• A strong commitment to high quality care
• The ability to work effectively as part of a diverse team and also work autonomously
• Excellent communication and organisational skills
• Ability to work a 7 day a week roster

Healthcare workers are strongly recommended to follow COVID vaccination recommendations provided in the Australian Immunisation handbook (based on ATAGI advice). Seasonal vaccination against influenza is a mandatory requirement of this role and an offer is conditional on this being up to date prior to employment.

What we offer

Eastern Health offers a variety of fantastic Employee Benefits, view the extensive range here

• Mentor and Shadowing program
• Access to discovery days across our 50 sites
• Study and professional development leave
• Friendly & supportive teams
• Commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
• Fitness Passport for work-life balance
• Employee Assistance program accessible for you and your loved ones
• Flexible working hours and excellent entitlements
• Salary packaging options and an employee benefits scheme
• Access to Private Health Insurance offers
• Digital upskilling, such as excel and Power-Bi training
• Cafes at all of our Hospitals

Next Steps

Apply online if you feel we are a good match, you have the skills and qualities to make a difference, and are eligible to work in Australia.

We review all applications when we receive them, and we notify unsuccessful candidates.

If you are shortlisted, we will be in touch to arrange an interview, and you must complete a National Police Check.

Good to know:

• We are an equal opportunity employer and actively promote equality for people of all races, ethnicities, gender identities, sexual orientations, and for people living with disability - within the communities we serve and our Eastern Health team.
• We provide a culturally safe and welcoming environment for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander employees.
• As a child-safe organisation, we ensure child safety and wellbeing is embedded in our everyday culture.
• Vaccination and screening for immunity to vaccine-preventable disease is a mandatory requirement of this role.
• Advertising may end before the closing date.
• We do not accept recruitment agency application

If you are a current Eastern Health employee please ensure you log in with your internal Eastern Health account to apply for this or other roles.

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Contact Person: Clare Blee

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Job Posting End Date: 3/10/25

Need help submitting your application?

Just contact the Hiring Manager in the advertisement or call the Talent Acquisition Team on Option 1)

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Our Values in Action:

Respect for all | Safe always | Partnering in care | Learning and improving every day