At a Glance
- Tasks: Conduct assessments and write medico-legal reports while supporting clients across Australia.
- Company: Expert OTs, a respected team with 13 years of experience in the field.
- Benefits: Flexible work arrangements, competitive pay, professional development, and travel opportunities.
- Other info: Join a team that values ongoing support and offers exciting travel across Australia.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in people's lives while enjoying a supportive and dynamic work culture.
- Qualifications: Degree in Occupational Therapy, 8+ years experience, and current APHRA registration.
The predicted salary is between 59400 - 72600 $ per year.
Medico-Legal Occupational Therapist (OT)
Are you an experienced OT looking for a change of direction?
Expert OTs are looking for an experienced Occupational Therapist to join our dynamic and supportive team.
Expert OTs, now in operation for 13 years, provide Activities of Daily Living(ADLs) Medico-Legal reports.
We not only pride ourselves on providing high quality, industry respected reports but strive to offer an enviable working culture to include full training, ongoing team support, flexibility andprofessional development.
We provide OT assessments in person across the whole of Australia, as well as telehealth assessments anywhere in the world.
We are a highly regarded team that provide expert witness reports.
We specialise in Dust Disease matters and travel across Australia.
This involves assessing clients individual needs based on various diagnosis including mesothelioma, scleroderma, pulmonary fibrosis, asbestosis and silicosis.
If this is your area of interest, we can offer a very exciting role.
If you are interested in transitioning into a medico legal role from a clinical position there are also opportunities if you have experience working with adults, children, and adolescents with traumatic brain injuries, acquired brain injuries, respiratory conditions, musculoskeletal/orthopaedic injuries, amputations, general medical, vision impairment and/or psychological impairments.
The position requires
- A Degree in Occupational Therapy, with at least 8years' experience.
- Current APHRA registration.
- Recent Clinical Experience especially in areas such as respiratory illness and end of life palliative care.
- Experience in conducting functional ADLs assessments and writing functional reports.
- Ability to work autonomously and meet deadlines.
- Own a car, carry a full driving license and have the willingness to travel both within your state, coving metro and regional areas and interstate.
- Have, or are willing to obtain own ABN for invoicing for the consultant position.
- Own Computer and Mobile Phone.
- Potentially be required as an expert witness to attend court.
In return we can offer
- Flexible role – with the autonomy to work at home whilst being supported with full training.
- We have positions available in Sydney, Brisbane, Melbourne and Perth.
- The choice of either a competitive consultant hourly rate or as an employee with a part time salary that will reflect your clinical and professional experience.
- Professional Development meetings & on-going support with our senior team, to nurture your transition into the role. Annual team events and celebrations.
- The opportunity to travel all over Australia, with additional travel hours.
Medico-Legal Occupational Therapist (OT) in Gold Coast employer: Expert OTs
Expert OTs is an exceptional employer that fosters a dynamic and supportive work culture, offering flexible roles with the autonomy to work from home while receiving comprehensive training and ongoing support. With a strong emphasis on professional development and opportunities for travel across Australia, employees can thrive in their careers while contributing to meaningful medico-legal assessments. Join a highly regarded team that values quality and respect in the industry, making it an ideal place for experienced Occupational Therapists seeking a rewarding change of direction.
