Deputy Manager - Occupational Therapy

The RoleThe Tasmanian Health Service - Hospitals South is seeking interest for the position of Deputy Manager - Acute Services. The successful application will work alongside Deputy Managers in the Rehabilitation and Community Occupational Therapy teams to assist the Discipline Lead Occupational Therapy with the leadership and management of the Occupational Therapy Service.The Deputy Manager - Acute Services is responsible for the efficient and effective functioning of occupational therapists, diversional therapists and allied health assistants working in multi-disciplinary teams within the medical, surgical and women's and children's streams.

• Join a large and dynamic team and help shape the future of Occupational Therapy in acute services.
• Focus on ongoing professional and career development.
• Hobart offers a lifestyle unsurpassed anywhere else in Australia.

Interested persons are encouraged to make contact to hear more about this exciting role.The ServiceThe Occupational Therapy Service includes over 90 team members consisting of occupational therapists and assistants, play specialists, diversional therapists, carpenter, and administration officers. We work across acute, sub-acute and community settings, including the Royal Hobart Hospital, the largest teaching Hospital in Tasmania.Here, you are encouraged to be your authentic self, to pursue your passions, and to bring your clinical and world knowledge to the table to contribute to making our team one that punches above its weight with progressive and impactful care.We are small enough in Tasmania for you to shape and influence your work and make a real impact every day. Yet we are big enough for you to feel part of something important, somewhere you can belong and be surrounded by diversity, innovation, and friendships. We'll look after you from the very beginning, ensure you are fully inducted and welcomed into our team and into our culture. We'll tell you where to go for dinner, and on your days off. And we'll invest in your growth, with time, resources, and expert colleagues available to help foster your development.What's different about Tasmania is our culture and our lifestyle. Here you'll be spoilt for choice when it comes to breath-taking coastlines, National Parks or award-winning restaurants or bars - all right on your doorstep.Note: - Please refer to the Statement of Duties for all the selection criteria of this position to address in your application.Details of AppointmentPermanent part time day worker position, working 68.4 hours per fortnight, commencing as soon as possible.*notwithstanding hours may be negotiated with the successful applicant

• Applicants should note that, for a period of twelve months from the date of publication, this selection process may be used to fill subsequent or similar full time and part time vacancies.

Salary$131,070 - $134,268 pro rata per annum + our Employer 11% superannuation contribution is on top of this amount.You'll have access to salary package a range of benefits including living expenses up to $9,010 + $2,650 in meal entertainment each FBT year + other benefits if eligible.In addition, the following allowances calculated on the salaried incremental point may be available:

• Professional Development Allowance of up to $1,000 per annum.
• Salary range is in accordance with Allied Health Professionals Public Sector Unions Wages Agreement No.2 of 2022

EligibilitySuccessful applicants will be required to meet the essential criteria:

• Tertiary qualification/program of study approved by the Occupational Therapy Board of Australia
• Registered with the Occupational Therapy Board of Australia

Applicants should note the following criteria are desirable:

• Post-graduate studies in Occupational Therapy, public health, or health services leadership or management or other related area.

The Head of the State Service has determined that the person nominated for this job is to satisfy a pre-employment check before taking up the appointment, on promotion or transfer. The following checks are to be conducted: * Conviction checks in the following areas:

• crimes of violence
• sex related offences
• serious drug offences
• crimes involving dishonesty.
• Identification check
• Disciplinary action in previous employment check.

Download the Statement of Duties and any Associated DocumentsWe encourage you to review the Applicant Guide, Statement of Duties, prior to applying for an overview of the duties, program, selection process and selection criteria.Statement of DutiesApplicant GuideHow to ApplyApply Online. Please click the "Apply" button on this screen. This ensures important questions about you are answered.You will be prompted to complete a 1-2-page application outlining your experience, skills and knowledge as they relate to the attached Statement of Duties.Please note:

• We do not require a separate statement addressing the selection criteria.
• All attachments must be in Microsoft Word or PDF format.
• Referee details are submitted as part of the online application so make sure you have the contact details of two referees before applying.

For more information, please contact:Rowan Castle
Discipline Lead Occupational Therapy
Phone: (03) 6166 8314
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