Occupational Therapist
- Provide Occupational Therapy services to hospital inpatients and outpatients.
- Work collaboratively with a team of Occupational Therapists and Allied Health professionals.
- Engage in career development opportunities in specialised areas such as paediatrics and cognitive therapy.
About the Role
We are seeking an Occupational Therapist to work closely with our small team of innovative and passionate Occupational Therapists and diverse Allied Health team. This unique opportunity based within a hospital setting is to provide services to both hospital inpatients and a broad range of outpatients including paediatric and NDIS clients. The opportunity allows for broad career development with the ability to develop your knowledge and skills in a specialised area such as paediatrics, adults, home care package, DVA, cognitive, upper limb and hand therapy.
The Person
Strong emphasis will be placed on the applicant’s ability to demonstrate the organisations values of Courage, Diligence, Compassion, Wisdom and Friendliness, as well as their ability to commit to and apply these values in the workplace.
To be considered for this exciting opportunity, please submit a cover letter and detailed resume outlining how you meet the organisations values and the following key selection criteria:
- Bachelor degree - Occupational Therapy & current AHPRA registration
- Minimum of 1-year Occupational Therapy experience (highly desirable)
- Previous experience with comprehensive Occupational Therapy assessments, equipment prescription, home modifications, ADL assessments, program planning and treatment (highly desirable)
- Previous exposure to the NDIS scheme and/or paediatrics (highly desirable)
- Highly developed communication and interpersonal skills with regards to delivering excellent client care
- Candidates must have a current NDIS Worker Screening Check (or be eligible to obtain)
How to Apply
Please submit the following:
- A cover letter that addresses the ‘Key Selection Criteria’ (maximum 2 pages)
- A detailed resume (including 2 professional referees)
- Submit your application on our website https://thefriendlies.org.au/careers/ and complete the Application for Employment form.
Applications that do not meet the above requirements may not be shortlisted. The advertisement will be closed when a successful applicant is identified.
The Benefits
As a part of The Friendlies team, you can access an extensive array of benefits such as:
- Attractive salary packaging options: Up to $15900 annually towards household expenses and an additional $2650 annually towards meals and entertainment expenses
- Access to Fitness Passport
- Monthly staff BBQ, Employee of the Month Awards
- Morning and afternoon tea provided daily
- Access to our dedicated onsite Learning and Development team providing ongoing training, education and professional development opportunities
- A variety of Committees and Working Parties to become involved with and contribute ideas/knowledge
- Temporary accommodation options may be available to assist while you source permanent accommodation (for staff relocating)
- Relocation assistance may be available through Smartsalary
Find out more about why The Friendlies is a great place to work at https://thefriendlies.org.au
Vaccine Preventable Diseases (VPD) Requirements
It is a mandatory condition of employment that some roles within our hospital require you to be vaccinated, and remain vaccinated during your employment, against some or all of the following vaccine preventable diseases; Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella (Chicken Pox), Pertussis (Whooping cough), and Hepatitis. Mandatory vaccination requirements for this role will be discussed further with applicants throughout the application process.
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