At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide expert occupational therapy services to help patients achieve independence and safety.
- Company: Cairns and Hinterland Hospital and Health Service, committed to community health.
- Benefits: Attractive salary, superannuation, career development, and a great work/life balance.
- Other info: Join a supportive team in a dynamic, culturally diverse region.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in people's lives while enjoying the beauty of Cairns.
- Qualifications: High-level knowledge in occupational therapy and strong communication skills.
The predicted salary is between 82800 - 101200 $ per year.
The Occupational Therapy Department delivers patient-centred, evidence-based services across Cairns and Hinterland Hospital and Health Service, supporting individuals to achieve optimal independence, safety, and participation in daily activities. The team provides comprehensive assessment, intervention, and discharge planning across acute, subacute, and community settings, working collaboratively within a multidisciplinary framework. The department is committed to clinical excellence, continuous service improvement, and workforce development through strong leadership, mentoring, and supervision, while maintaining flexible and responsive service delivery to meet the evolving needs of patients and the health service.
Our values were developed by our staff, patients and community. They guide our work and actions every day. Our staff are part of the community we serve. We believe that we can improve health outcomes by involving our community in the planning and evaluation of their local health services.
In your new role you will:
- Utilise high level knowledge and expertise, clinical decision making, organisational and risk management skills to enhance safe and efficient service delivery on a daily basis.
- Demonstrate highly developed communication skills with patients, their families and other internal and external stakeholders.
- Provide high level clinical advice to professional and operational supervisors, relevant service managers and other stakeholders including non-government organisations and remote community agencies within Tropical North Queensland, regarding service delivery and complex discharge planning on a regular basis and with infrequent need for supervision.
- Support personal development plan (PDP) processes of less experienced staff, as directed by the Director of Occupational Therapy, including identifying continuing professional development training needs to ensure safe and effective delivery of core occupational therapy services.
Vaccine Preventable Diseases (VPD) evidence as required for your employment in accordance with legislation/government policy and Directives.
Cairns and Hinterland Hospital and Health service offer a number of workplace benefits. Besides attractive remuneration, generous superannuation, salary packaging and career development opportunities, we value a healthy work/life balance that allows you take advantage of the sunshine, hiking tracks, swimming spots, reef and rainforest.
Learn what it's like to work with us, in an inclusive and supportive work environment. Discover our dynamic and culturally diverse region through community and lifestyle.
Occupational Therapist Senior – Cairns employer: Cairns and Hinterland Hospital and Health Service
Cairns and Hinterland Hospital and Health Service is an exceptional employer that prioritises community involvement and professional growth, making it a rewarding place to work. With competitive salaries, generous professional development opportunities, and a vibrant lifestyle in the heart of tropical North Queensland, employees can thrive both personally and professionally while contributing to meaningful health outcomes. Join a dynamic team dedicated to excellence in mental health care and enjoy the unique advantages of living in Cairns, with access to stunning natural wonders and a supportive work culture.
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Cairns and Hinterland Hospital and Health Service Recruitment Team
