Health Practitioner (Occupational Therapy) - Cadet

Townsville Hospital and Health Service is the public healthcare provider for more than 250,000 people across a geographic area of 150,000km2, delivering a comprehensive range of services across 21 facilities, from primary care in regional locations to highly specialised care at the main hospital.Townsville University Hospital, located adjacent to one of Queensland’s leading tertiary institutions, James Cook University, is the largest tertiary hospital in northern Australia, providing specialist referral services for 700,000 people living from Mackay, to the Torres Strait, to the Northern Territory border.We are planning and innovating for the future, advancing healthcare through impactful research, training tomorrow’s health sector workforce.Job details Position status Casual
Position type Non Standard Hours
Occupational group Health - Allied Health/Clinical Support
Classification HP1
Workplace Location Townsville region
Job ad reference QLD/TV564658
Closing date 28-May-2024
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Salary Other
Job duration Casual, non-standard hours
Contact person Michelle Watson
Contact details 07 4433 2848
Access theThe Townsville Hospital and Health Service vision is world-class healthcare for northern Queensland.Our purpose is `great care every day'.About your opportunity:Casual positions available, Location: TownsvilleThis opportunity is suited to motivated Occupational Therapy Students to join our Occupational Therapy Team at Townsville University Hospital as an Occupational therapy Cadet. The position will assist in the delivery of services to patients, by undertaking basic duties under the close clinical practice supervision of experienced occupational therapists and alongside the Occupational Therapy Assistant Workforce. This round of recruitment is targeted at 2nd and 3rd year Occupational Therapy students who are interested in complementing our existing cadet workforce.You will have the opportunity to work in a variety of clinical environments across acute and subactue facilites of the Townsville University Hospital. The position is ideal for students seeking to develop experience and gain insight into the role of Occupational Therapy within a tertiary hospital setting, while applying some of their knowledge and skills learned from university studies.In addition to the above, joining our team offers the opportunity to be part of an effective and motivated group of clinicians who are passionate about delivering high-quality healthcare. Our team values collaboration and fosters a supportive and friendly work environment where autonomy and innovation are highly prized.The ideal candidate will be someone who has proven ability and can demonstrate the following:

• Demonstrated ability to apply knowledge in Occupational Therapy, including knowledge of the healthcare system, computer literacy, medical terminology, general medical conditions and basic anatomy.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively and work collaboratively as part of a team with a good understanding of own scope of practice in a complex and demanding work environment.
• Demonstrated ability to contribute to quality improvement activities with increasing ownership within the scope of practice.
• Demonstrated ability to provide a defined range of assessments and treatments within approve scope of practice, whilst supervised by an Occupational Therapist.
• Demonstrated clinical experience achieved through student placement and/or experience working in a health setting (hospital or community based) e.g. disability support worker, allied health assistant.

Requirements:

• Proof of qualification (Occupational Therapy), registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) and possession of a current practising certificate.
• This is a Vaccine Preventable Diseases (VPD) risk role: Hepatitis A/B, Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella, and Pertussis.
• Possession of class C drivers' licence.
• Roster: This position is required to work on weekends and public holidays on a rostered basis through the Department's Weekend Service.
• Probation period may apply.
• Pre-employment checks will be conducted.

Please refer to the Role Description for further details.Why make the change?Appreciate the change of pace as you immerse yourself in a tropical North Queensland lifestyle.Contact: Michelle Watson on 07 4433 2848.Apply ONLINE by: Tuesday 28 May 2024.Unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.Further informationWe are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote and .DocumentsBefore applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below.Information Package for ApplicantsInformation Package for ApplicantsRole DescriptionJob search

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