Occupational Therapist- Grade 1

1 day ago


Box Hill North, Victoria, Australia Eastern Health Full time $60,000 - $90,000 per year

Occupational Therapist - Grade 1 Rotational Position - Eastern Health

  • Diverse rotational program | Culture of learning and improvement

  • Permanent & fixed term contracts | Full-time | 5 weeks' leave + monthly day off

  • Eastern Melbourne Metro location | Close to public transport

  • Varied patient loads, regular supervision and training opportunities

  • Upcoming OT Graduates welcome to apply | Friendly team culture

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

An exciting opportunity is available for a suitably qualified Grade 1 Occupational Therapist to join our physical health occupational therapy team, on a full-time basis. This position is a rotational Grade 1 position and will provide the successful applicant with a vast range of OT experience in acute, subacute and community settings. The Eastern Health Occupational Therapy Service is committed to the provision of high quality, patient centered care and strongly values professional development and clinical supervision.

About you

To be successful in this role you will possess:

  • Current occupational therapy registration with AHPRA

  • A good understanding of clinical theory/practice and client-centered care

  • Well-developed communication and interpersonal skills

  • The ability to work as part of a diverse team

  • Strong organisation and self-management skills

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.

Please click here for position description

Contact Person: Nichola Terrington

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Job Posting End Date: 15 October 2025

Need help submitting your application?

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

Click Here for the Candidate Guide also for help in our recruitment process

Our Values in Action:

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



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