Occupational Therapist

OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST - Hobart

• Be part of a team of 40+ amazing & dedicated Occupational Therapists
• Tailor your own caseload (assessment / therapy)
• Flexible work arrangement with Full or Part Time opportunities

We know talented OT's are in hot demand right now, so whilst we have your attention, let us tell you what sets Optimum apart and help you determine if what we have on offer is something you'd like to be part of.

What's On Offer

• A role that allows you to make a huge positive difference in the lives of people living with a disability.
• A supportive and collaborative OT and Multi-Disciplinary team within clinic.
• A highly knowledgeable and experienced team of co-workers across 12 state-of-the-art multidisciplinary clinics in NSW, TAS & QLD
• Assessment, Therapeutic and rehabilitative interventions, in purpose-built facilities including motor development rooms, sensory rooms, full rehabilitation gyms, rock climbing walls, hydrotherapy pools, sensory swings and purpose-built paediatric spaces.
• Your opportunity to join one of Australia's leading and influential Allied Health companies, who can offer you the necessary support to be successful in your role as an OT

About the Role

With a strong NDIS focus, you will have the opportunity to tailor the role towards an assessment or therapy-based mixed caseload including Paediatric and Adult clients.

Our services include:

• Functional / Activities of Daily Living Assessments and Support Needs recommendations
• Assistive Technology Assessments for people with simple and complex needs and the opportunity to expand your skills/expertise.
• Fine Motor and Gross Motor therapy
• Housing needs Assessments including SIL /SDA or ILO accommodation options.
• Developmental Milestone Assessments for early intervention (0-5) and / or school aged (5-12) children
• Sensory Assessments and Interventions
• Emotional Regulation and Behavioral strategies working with Parents / Carers / Teachers (in-clinic, homes and schools).
• 1:1 Therapy - evidence based and goal orientated interventions.
• 24-Hour seating and positioning assessment and implementation of recommendations
• Adult Therapy (including group or 1:1 sessions)
• Manual Handling Assessments and Training

About You

Our professional OT team has a genuine passion for assisting people live life to the fullest. If you too, have a desire to make a positive impact on a persons life, a commitment to developing your career and clinical expertise, and are keen to work in a collaborative team environment, Optimum Health Solutions is the right fit for you. We would love to talk with your further, to discuss the range of exciting opportunities on offer.

Essential Criteria

• Degree in Occupational Therapy and registration with AHPRA
• Must provide a Working with Children Check and National Police Check
• Current driver’s license and own vehicle are essential.
• Current Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident