Locum Occupational Therapist

2 days ago

Townsville, Queensland, Australia Manual Music Full time

Overview
Join to apply for the
Locum Occupational Therapist
role at
Manual Music
in North Queensland. Start date: 8 September. Hours: 38 per week, Monday to Friday. Reason for vacancy: OT staff member departed to Townsville University Hospital. Caseload: 90% Transition Care Program (TCP) in Townsville suburbs; 10% National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) caseload from our Townsville office clinic rooms.
About the Transition Care Program (TCP)
The TCP is the lead allied health service provider for the program within the region; established in 2005, it is a joint Commonwealth and State-funded initiative designed to support older Australians in regaining physical and psychosocial function following a hospital stay.
Delivered nationally through State and Territory Health Departments (Approved Providers under the Aged Care Act 1997), the program offers short-term restorative care (up to 12 weeks) aimed at enhancing independence and avoiding premature entry into residential aged care.
The program is goal-oriented, time-limited, and therapy-focused, with services tailored to each individual. These may include nursing support, personal care, domestic assistance, transport, and low intensity allied health therapies such as Physiotherapy, Occupational Therapy, Speech Pathology, Dietetics, and Social Work.
In the region, TCP offers 46 community-based places, servicing Townsville, Magnetic Island, Ingham, Charters Towers, Ayr, Home Hill, and Mt Isa.
Experience required/Level of the role: 2 years of experience and above; there are 4 other OT team members based in Townsville.
Benefits: Flexible working hours; work vehicles available for community outreach services.
Driving license required? Yes; TCP is a home-based community health service.
Accommodation available and cost – accommodation can be organised if required.
Relocation support available (flights/petrol etc.).
Responsibilities
Provide occupational therapy assessment and intervention for TCP clients and 10% NDIS caseload, with the goal of restoring function and independence.
Collaborate with the TCP multidisciplinary team and Townsville-based staff to deliver goal-oriented, time-limited therapy (up to 12 weeks).
Document progress, set goals, and complete discharge planning in a timely manner.
Qualifications
Experience: 2 years of experience or more in occupational therapy.
Other requirements: Driving license; TCP home-based service.
Details
Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
Employment type: Part-time
Job function: Health Care Provider
How to apply
To apply for this role or to enquire about other vacancies, please contact Rachael, Allied Health Division Lead at CC Medical, on or email
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