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SalaryTownsville Hospital and Health Service is the public healthcare provider for more than 250,000 people across a geographic area of 150,000km2
Eligible health workers who make the move (interstate or international) to work with us may receive up to $20,000 in incentive payments under the Queensland Health Workforce Attraction Incentive Scheme (conditions apply). ( https://www.careers.health.qld.gov.au/working-for-us/workforce-attraction-incentive-scheme )
The Townsville Hospital and Health Service vision is world-class healthcare for northern Queensland.
Our purpose is `great care every day'.
Townsville Hospital and Health Service are seeking an Occupational Therapist to join the Adult Acute Mental Health Inpatient Unit on a Permanent full-time basis. The Adult Acute Mental Health Inpatient Unit sits within our Mental Health Service Group located in the Townsville University Hospital.
About your opportunity
The Occupational Therapist will work collaboratively with consumers, carers, and multidisciplinary professionals providing clinical services and a therapeutic environment conducive to their dignity and wellbeing.
The Townsville Hospital campus is home to the state-of-the-art, 36-bed AAMHIU, which was created for people in need of immediate assessment, diagnosis, and treatment for Mental Health illnesses. The institution contains a 28-bed Low Dependency Unit (LDU) in the open area and an eight-bed Psychiatric Intensive Care Unit. The administrative, nursing, medical, allied health, and operational employees make up the multidisciplinary team (MDT).
The successful candidate will be someone who has proven ability and can demonstrate the following
- Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team, with ability to consult and liaise with a wide range of stakeholders
- Have a demonstrated ability to apply established standards / principles to the provision of Acute Mental Health care.
- Understands and supports the vision, values and objectives of the Institute of Mental Health Services and understands and supports the organisations vision, values and objectives.
- Confidently presents messages in a clear, concise manner. Focuses on key points and uses appropriate language.
Generous remuneration package value up to $132,730 p.a. comprising:
- Salary range of 76,747 to $116,332 p.a. (HP3)
- Annual leave with 17.5% loading
- 12.75% employer contribution to superannuation.
Other employment benefits may include: professional development, , shift and locality allowances, employee wellness and assistance programs, and access to corporate discounts.
Requirements
- For Occupational Therapy the successful applicant must hold a tertiary degree (or equivalent) qualification from an accredited tertiary institution in Occupational Therapy. Registration with the Occupational Therapist Board Australia (AHPRA) is required.
- Proof of qualification and registration or membership (if applicable) with the appropriate registration authority or association.
- This is a Vaccine Preventable Diseases (VPD) risk role: Hepatitis A/B, Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella, and Pertussis.
- Pre-employment checks will be conducted.
Please refer to the Role Description for further details.
Why make the change?
Townsville is one of the main gateways to the Great Barrier Reef, with the natural wonders of Magnetic Island a short boat ride away. The coastal hub of Townsville is an ideal base for exploring the Great Barrier Reef. Townsville is a dynamic neighbourhood with access to a variety of top-notch educational facilities, cutting-edge medical facilities, affordable housing, distinctive retail stores, great events, and a wide range of recreation opportunities.
About Townsville - Townsville City Council ( https://www.townsville.qld.gov.au/about-townsville )
Interested..?
Contact: Marissa Rossberg on 07 4433 5***.
Apply ONLINE by: Sunday 24 March 2024
