Occupational Therapist - Chermside

• $38.85 - $47.29 per hour
• Full time
• Company car, laptop & mobile phone supplied

We're hiring smiles. Our staff are our greatest asset and we acknowledge and thank them for their ongoing hard work, dedication and commitment to helping our clients live their best lives.

Your Role

As an allied health professional, you'll be looking after the most important people in our organisation - our clients. This is a great opportunity to work across a wide range of client bases - from needing help with basic equipment, through to home modifications to assist our clients to stay safe in their homes and live as independently as possible.

Your tasks will include:

• Clinical assessments and treatment of physical and neurological conditions
• Assessment and prescription of aids and equipment to improve independent living skills e.g. hoists, mobile commode, wheelchairs
• Environmental assessments and home modifications to minimise the risk of falls and improve access
• Assessment of clients' mobility and control when moving in their environments

Your Attributes

We're looking for a person who has what it takes to make a difference in our clients' lives.

You have:

• A warm and caring nature
• The willingness to go the extra mile
• A positive attitude towards health and wellbeing
• The flexibility to work a varied roster

How You'll Benefit

You'll become part of the Ozcare family, and in addition to the training and support that you would expect, you will also receive:

• 5 weeks annual leave
• Annual leave loading
• Optional salary packaging, meal entertainment cards, and novated leases
• Private health insurance discounts
• Uniform and laundry allowance
• Employee Assistance Program

Role Requirements

• Proof of immunity, or willingness to become vaccinated against, Measles, Mumps, Rubella (MMR), Varicella (Chicken Pox) & Pertussis (Whooping Cough).
• Current Police Screening Certificate
• Current NDIS Worker Screening Check (Yellow Card) and Blue Card (Working with Children Check)
• Current registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA)
• Current Queensland driver's licence
• Good computer & mobile device skills

Welcoming All

We welcome everyone to become part of the Ozcare family regardless of belief, ethnic or social background, health and gender. Ozcare is the organisation it is today because of each person who is a part of it. This spirit of togetherness is reflected in our mission and values, and our commitment to reconciliation. First Nations applicants are strongly encouraged to apply.