Occupational Therapist Senior - Outpatient

An exciting opportunity exists for an experienced Occupational Therapist with a strong background in hand therapy to join the West Moreton Occupational Therapy Outpatient Team! This senior clinician will provide advanced assessment, treatment and clinical leadership for patients presenting with complex hand and upper limb conditions, working closely with Plastics, Orthopaedics and multidisciplinary teams. We are seeking a clinician with demonstrated expertise in hand therapy and the ability to provide clinical supervision and mentorship to others. Postgraduate qualifications in Hand Therapy and/or membership of the Australian Hand Therapy Association will be highly regarded. Temporary Full-time opportunity for up to 12 months!

About West Moreton Health

West Moreton Health is one of Queensland's most diverse and rapidly evolving health services, delivering health care to over 300,000 people across Ipswich, Boonah, Gatton, Laidley, and Esk. We provide preventative and primary healthcare services, ambulatory services, acute care, sub-acute care, oral health, mental health and other specialised services, including prison and youth detention health services, and alcohol and other drugs services to the region. At West Moreton Health, our employees apply our shared values to every aspect of their work. This helps make sure our workplaces are effective, inclusive and empower our employees to reach our goals.

As a Child Safe Organisation, At West Moreton Health

• We prioritise children and young people being seen, heard, and safe in every interaction.
• We create inclusive environments where the voices and needs of children and young people are valued and respected.
• We believe safeguarding is shared responsibility, upheld by every member of our organisation.

Come and join a connected team of over 6,000 professionals delivering compassionate, community-based care across the West Moreton region.

What We're Looking For

We are particularly interested in applicants who have extensive experience managing traumatic and non-traumatic hand injuries, post-operative rehabilitation, splint prescription and fabrication, and upper limb rehabilitation, with the ability to independently manage a complex hand therapy caseload. Our ideal candidate will be someone who can demonstrate the following:

• High level of knowledge and skills in Occupational Therapy services within one or more areas of expertise.
• Ability to communicate effectively within a team environment to influence a clinical or service outcome.
• Ability to independently manage clinical caseloads.
• Ability to monitor and report clinical work practices and outcomes that supports continuous local service improvement initiatives.

Mandatory Requirements

• Vaccinated against, and remain vaccinated against, certain vaccine preventable diseases (VPD) as outlined in the Health Employment Directive NO. 01/16
• Appointment to this position requires proof of qualification and registration or membership with the appropriate registration authority or association within Australia

Why choose us

• Purposeful work that makes a meaningful impact in one of Queensland's fastest-growing regions.
• Professional development including mentorship, paid study leave, simulation training and research opportunities.
• Career pathways with support to step into senior roles and leadership.
• Wellbeing supports including peer networks, flexible work options, EAP and dedicated mental health programs.
• Competitive benefits including salary packaging and up to 12.75% super.
• A lifestyle you'll love in a region that blends rural charm, natural beauty and city convenience.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply for all West Moreton Health vacancies.

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