Occupational Therapist

Epworth HealthCare is Victoria's largest not-for-profit private health care group, renowned for excellence in diagnosis, treatment, care and rehabilitation. Epworth is an innovator in Australia's health system, embracing the latest in evidence-based medicine to pioneer treatments and services for our patients. 

Our values and purpose define Epworth's approach and delivery. We pride ourselves on communicating and delivering them in a real and meaningful way. Every Patient Matters.

Epworth Rehabilitation is currently seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Grade 2 Occupational Therapist to join our outpatient team on a 12 month fixed-term contract (5 Jan Jan This role is 0.8 FTE (4 days per week) with the possibility to flex up to 1.0 FTE (5 days per week) supporting the inpatient team. This role presents an excellent opportunity to contribute to high-quality patient care within a leading rehabilitation service. The successful candidate will be based at our Camberwell site and will manage a mixed clinical outpatient caseload including neurology (Stroke, MS, PD, FND etc) patients.

You will be involved in service development, quality improvement activities, staff supervision, student supervision, and continuing education programs.

You will be part of the Occupational Therapy team, reporting to the Deputy Manager of Occupational Therapy.

You will make an impact by:

• Working closely with the multidisciplinary team
• Providing clinical care based on best available evidence
• Having well-developed organisational and planning skills
• Being able to interact and collaborate with all members of a multidisciplinary team

To be successful in this role you:

• Previous experience in neurological rehabilitation (essential)
• Will be proficient in assessment, management, and discharge planning of rehabilitation patients
• Are able to demonstrate accountability with a strong, supportive and engaging communication style
• Have the ability to supervise and educate junior staff and students
• Possess excellent verbal and written communication skills

Position Description       Inherent Requirements

About Rehabilitation & Mental Health

Epworth Rehabilitation and Mental Health services are some of the most progressive of their kind in Australia. Our clinical approach involves individualised treatment and collaborative team decision-making to achieve positive outcomes for patients. Our strong team ethos extends across our rehabilitation and mental health services at our Epworth hospitals in Richmond, Camberwell, Hawthorn and Geelong.

• Current registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA)
• Bachelor of Applied Science (Occupational Therapy) or equivalent as recognised by the World Federation of Occupational Therapy

Why Join Epworth?

At Epworth, it's a community.

It's the sense of belonging and being part of an organisation and a team that works to make sure that every patient matters. In addition to this, you will have access to:

• Salary package up to $15,900 pre-tax annually, leading to greater take home pay
• The largest educational scholarship program of its kind in Australia
• Reduced cost of health services for you and your family at Epworth

We welcome applicants from all backgrounds. This includes First Nations peoples, people with disability, mature-age and young job seekers, members of the LGBTIQA+ community, and individuals from all cultural backgrounds. We are committed to providing an equitable, inclusive, and barrier-free recruitment experience for everyone.

If you need support during the application process or would like to discuss reasonable adjustments, we encourage you to let us know what you need to participate fully and confidently. We understand that sharing your needs can feel daunting, so please know that any information you provide will be treated with the utmost confidentiality and respect.

Ready to Make a Difference?

To apply, click the I'm Interested button to attach your CV and cover letter.

For more information about the role, refer to the attached position description or contact Carly McKeough, Manager of Occupational Therapy - Epworth Rehabilitation and Mental Health on or Simon O'Bryne, Deputy Manager Occupational Therapy on or [email protected] /

Please Note:  Applications are reviewed as received. Don't wait—this role may be filled before the closing date.

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It is a condition of employment with Epworth HealthCare, subject to reasonable exemptions, that you have had an annual Influenza vaccination, where this is required under Epworth policy.

As a child safe organisation, all successful applicants are required to satisfactorily clear a National Police Check (conducted by Epworth) and may be required to hold a valid employee Working with Children Check (provided by you).

At Epworth, we believe inclusion and diversity are essential to our culture and values. We focus on fairness and opportunity for all – across race, ability, ethnicity, gender, age, sexuality, cultures and beliefs – that reflect the communities we work in. At Epworth, we care.

It is a condition of employment with Epworth HealthCare, subject to reasonable exemptions, that you have had an annual Influenza vaccination, where this is required under Epworth policy.

As a child safe organisation, all successful applicants are required to satisfactorily clear a National Police Check (conducted by Epworth) and may be required to hold a valid employee Working with Children Check (provided by you).

At Epworth, we believe inclusion and diversity are essential to our culture and values. We focus on fairness and opportunity for all – across race, ability, ethnicity, gender, age, sexuality, cultures and beliefs – that reflect the communities we work in. At Epworth, we care.