At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage a diverse acute caseload and collaborate in multidisciplinary teams.
- Company: Join Barwon Health, a vibrant and inclusive healthcare provider.
- Benefits: Enjoy excellent working conditions, professional development, and attractive salary packaging.
- Other info: Embrace a culture of diversity and inclusion with strong career growth opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in patient care while supporting junior staff and students.
- Qualifications: AHPRA registration and relevant clinical experience required.
The predicted salary is between 56700 - 69300 $ per year.
About the Role
The successful applicant will carry a varied acute caseload encompassing medical and surgical wards to support clinical demand across the hospital. There are opportunities for collaborative teamwork including participation in daily multidisciplinary discharge planning meetings. The role will support the learning and development of junior occupational therapy staff, Allied Health Assistants, and Occupational Therapy undergraduate students. The role includes a 1:2 weekend shift requirement.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide high-quality, evidence-based allied health care through independent management of a clinical caseload and participation in multidisciplinary assessment, treatment and review.
- Contribute to service development and improvement by supporting clinical policy implementation, data and documentation quality, and innovative practice.
- Demonstrate leadership and collaboration through participation in committees, supervision of junior staff/students, and effective communication with stakeholders.
- Maintain professional accountability by adhering to registration, credentialing, legislative and organisational requirements, while engaging in continuous learning and reflective practice.
What we’re looking for
- Current AHPRA registration (where applicable) with relevant clinical experience in line with Award/Agreement classification requirements.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently in a clinical setting, with the capability to support and contribute to the development of others.
- Strong communication, interpersonal and influencing skills, with the ability to build effective, collaborative and culturally safe working relationships.
- Proficient in IT systems with a commitment to reflective practice, ongoing professional development and alignment with organisational values.
Barwon Health staff benefits
- Excellent working conditions and a strong sense of job satisfaction.
- A vibrant staff wellbeing program and access to our 24/7 Employee Assistance Program.
- Extensive professional development opportunities.
- Attractive salary packaging benefits.
- Living expenses capped at $9,010.
- Meals and entertainment capped at $2,650.
Diversity and Inclusion
Barwon Health is an inclusive and welcoming employer, committed to reflecting the diverse communities we serve. We value and celebrate people of all genders, sexual orientations, cultural backgrounds, faiths, abilities, family structures, and identities, and encourage applications from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, culturally and linguistically diverse communities, and members of the LGBTIQA+ community.
Child Safety
We are strongly committed to the safety and wellbeing of all children and young people.
Additional information
If you need adjustments to participate in the recruitment process, please contact us at [email protected] All appointments are subject to:
- Satisfactory Police Record Check.
- Immunisation Status Clearance.
- Working with Children Check (if applicable).
Occupational Therapist in Australia-wide employer: Barwon Health
Barwon Health is an exceptional employer located in the vibrant city of Geelong, offering a supportive work culture that prioritises patient safety and professional development. As a part of a multidisciplinary team, you will have access to ongoing training and growth opportunities, ensuring you can advance your skills in anaesthetics and perioperative care while making a meaningful impact on patient outcomes.
