At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide Occupational Therapy services to clients in their homes and support their independence.
- Company: Join a supportive multidisciplinary team at McArthur in Ivanhoe.
- Benefits: Flexible 3-4 days per week, immediate start, and potential for contract extension.
- Other info: Opportunity to work with experienced clinicians and varied caseloads across Melbourne's north-east.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in the community while enjoying a collaborative work environment.
- Qualifications: Must have relevant qualifications and AHPRA registration as an Occupational Therapist.
The predicted salary is between 56700 - 69300 $ per year.
Location: Ivanhoe, with community-based visits across Melbourne's north-eastern suburbs
Hours: 3-4 days per week
Commencement: ASAP
Contract: Until February 2027, with a strong likelihood of extension
Availability: Must be available throughout December and January to assist with planned annual leave coverage
About the Role
Working as part of an experienced multidisciplinary clinical team, you will provide Occupational Therapy services to clients living independently in the community. Your responsibilities will include:
- Conducting comprehensive Occupational Therapy assessments in clients' homes
- Assessing functional capacity, mobility, safety and independence
- Recommending appropriate equipment, assistive technology and home modifications
- Developing practical, client-centred recommendations to support independence and quality of life
- Collaborating with other allied health professionals and clinical team members to achieve positive client outcomes
- Maintaining accurate clinical documentation and reports
About You
To be successful in this role, you will bring:
- Relevant qualifications in Occupational Therapy and current AHPRA registration
- Previous experience working as an Occupational Therapist in a community care setting
- Strong assessment, clinical reasoning and report-writing skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- The ability to work independently while contributing positively to a multidisciplinary team
- A current driver's licence and willingness to travel to clients across Melbourne's north-eastern suburbs
- Availability across the December/January holiday period
Why Consider This Opportunity?
- Enjoy the flexibility of working 3-4 days per week
- Join a welcoming, collaborative team of highly experienced multidisciplinary clinicians
- Work within an established community care service
- Enjoy a varied caseload supporting clients to remain safe and independent at home
- Secure an immediate opportunity through February, with excellent potential for extension
- Benefit from the ongoing support of McArthur's specialist healthcare recruitment team
Interested? We'd Love to Hear From You!
If you're an experienced Community Occupational Therapist looking for a rewarding opportunity with a great team, we'd love to have a conversation.
Occupational Therapist in Melbourne employer: McArthur
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