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Form of workOccupational Therapist – Aged Care
About Us
Agestrong Health Group is a rapidly growing company, servicing metro and regional Victoria, NSW, and WA. We are committed to changing the way in which allied health is delivered within the hospital, home, and community care space.
Our multidisciplinary team is comprised of Physiotherapists, Occupational Therapists, Speech Therapists, Dieticians and Podiatrists who are focused on delivering and bringing to life our companies core values driving innovative and contemporary patient care.
Agestrong Health Group is proud to offer a values-based service that empowers our clinicians to excel in their role and deliver high quality patient centred care.
Our Opportunity
Agestrong Health Group seeks to appoint a dedicated and experience Casual/ Short Term Locum / Sub-contracting Occupational Therapist to join our talented Allied Health team in Perth, WA.
The successful candidate will have a broad skill set and enjoys working within the residential Aged Care environment. You have a passion for assisting and improving the health of your patients through occupational therapy.
Duties
- You will provide comprehensive functional and cognitive assessments within the residential Aged Care setting;
- Assess and prescribe falls prevention interventions and pressure care equipment, along with other equipment to aid safe completion of PADL's;
- Completion of powered device safety assessments and equipment trials;
- Complete social assessment and contribute to the development of appropriate lifestyle and diversional activities to enhance wellbeing and encourage improved function/ QOL;
- You will have the capacity to make recommendations for other supports and services to ensure patients receive the most adequate care available.
Start: Early April
Location: North of River, Perth, WA
About You
You are a clinician who is always learning and improving your practise and you are passionate about supporting team members. You are a strong communicator with great interpersonal skills, who has a strong commitment to patient care. New graduates welcome to apply.
The successful candidate must have a current driver’s license and own vehicle.
Benefits
Our people are the backbone of our company who produce high quality experiences for our patients. We offer a range of benefits in recognition of the ongoing valuable contributions our staff make. Examples include:
- Generous remuneration package.
- Clinical and non-clinical mentoring.
- Opportunities for Professional Development.
- Flexible work arrangements ensuring work/life balance.
The Application Process
Please apply by clicking ‘Apply Now’, addressing your application to Agestrong Health Group, Human Resources Business Partner, uploading the following documentation:
- A cover letter addressing the key selection criteria (please see Position Description)
- Resume outlining relevant experience;
- Evidence of a valid AHPRA registration
- Evidence of unrestricted Australian Work Rights
Agestrong Health Group reserves the right to make an appointment at any stage of the recruitment process, including prior to the closing date for applications. We thank you for your understanding
