Address- Generous leave conditions in accordance with NSW Health (State) awards.
- Recognition of relevant service may be considered toward commencing salary.
- Paid Allocated Day Off (ADO) every month, in addition to your annual leave.
Provide high-quality Occupational Therapy at Inpatient Rehab Service. Lead and supervise OT staff, supporting hospital-wide service delivery.
Employment Type: Permanent Full Time
Position Classification: Occupational Therapist Level 3
Remuneration: $108,595 – $112,114 per annum
Hours Per Week: 38
Location: Auburn Hospital
Where you'll be working
Western Sydney Local Health District (WSLHD) is responsible for providing primary and secondary health care for people living in the Auburn, Blacktown, and The Hills Shire, Holroyd and Parramatta Local Government Areas (LGAs) and tertiary care to residents of the Greater Western Region. We are committed to our vision of 'better health services for the people of western Sydney and beyond'. and to the delivery of health care or related services in line with our core values of collaboration, openness, respect, and empowerment.
What you'll be doing
In this role you will be responsible for the provision of high-quality Occupational Therapy services to patients at Auburn Hospital within the Inpatient Rehabilitation Service. Your role will also include:
- Providing clinical leadership and supervision for the Occupational Therapy staff delegated by the Occupational Therapy Head of Department.
- Assisting with the provision of Occupational Therapy services to other areas of the hospital, including both inpatient and outpatient services.
How to Apply
Apply online by submitting your resume and addressing the criteria listed below by providing examples that demonstrate your ability before the closing date.
Essential Criteria:
- Qualification: Degree or Diploma in Occupational Therapy.
- Registration: Current general registration with AHPRA as an Occupational Therapist.
Selection Criteria:
- Extensive broad range of clinical experience with post graduate specialised experience in medical, neurological and/or aged care rehabilitation, including experience in discharge planning, home assessment, home modifications and equipment prescription.
- Demonstrated experience in supervision and training of Level 1/2 Occupational Therapists, Allied Health Assistants and/or Occupational Therapy Students.
- Demonstrated effective written and verbal communication skills with demonstrated highly developed skills in time management, high-volume caseload management and prioritisation of patients in a rehabilitation inpatient setting.
- Demonstrated understanding of service coordination, evaluation, planning and development and/or experience in leading quality improvement projects.
- Demonstrated ability to implement and monitor the work health and safety requirements in a rehabilitation inpatient hospital setting.
- Ability to work autonomously with minimum direct supervision and as part of a multi-disciplinary team.
- Current NSW Driver’s Licence.
Requisition ID: REQ500365
Applications Close: 14th July 2024
Need more information?
- Discover more about the application process.
- Review the detailed Position Description for insights into role requirements and criteria.
- Explore the selection process, employment checks, outcomes and notifications.
- For inquiries about the role, contact Cassandra Bartley on ***************@health.nsw.gov.au / 0437 761 ***.
People with disabilities who meet the selection criteria are encouraged to apply; and where required, WSLHD will implement reasonable adjustment consistent with industry standard.
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Please note: To be eligible for permanent appointment to a position in NSW Health, you must have an Australian citizenship or permanent Australian residency.
