Occupational Therapist (Lvl 4) Student Unit Supervisor - Perm Ft

Employment Type: Permanent Full Time, 38 hours per week
Location: Campbelltown and Camden Hospital
Position Classification: Occupational Therapist Level 4
Remuneration: $117,544 - $120,393 per annumRequisition ID: REQ475889
Application Close Date: 01/04/2024
Interview Date Range: 03/04/2024 - 10/04/2024
Contact Details: Loren Johnson – 0436 639 698 |About You

• Do you enjoy working in a team?
• Are you passionate about teaching students?
• Do you have exceptional communication skills?

About The Opportunity
The Occupational Therapy Student Unit Supervisor role is responsible for coordinating OT and AHA student placements across both Camden & Campbelltown Hospitals. This role encompasses administrative responsibilities as well as carrying a clinical caseload.As a senior clinician in the department, you will be responsible for:

• Management of a clinical caseload including providing support to staff with complex patient needs
• Providing clinical supervision to staff
• Quality improvement
• Service development
• Management & coordination of student placements
• Direct supervision of students
• Collaborating with other seniors in the department
• Reporting to Head of Department

What You'll Be Doing
The student educator is responsible for the coordination of all undergraduate Occupational Therapists and allied health assistant placements and liaising with relevant universities and registered training organisations (RTOs). The position involves direct supervision of occupational therapy students as well as providing support, resources and education to staff in the department who are supervising students.
The Student Educator also carries a clinical caseload and is responsible for administrative responsibilities including participation in clinical supervision, quality improvement activities and service development.Where You'll Be Working
Be a part of a healthcare provider which is responsive to the needs of its consumers and shape the future of the community in which you live!Campbelltown Hospital is one of NSW’s newest most progressive hospitals which services the community in which you live. This is an incredible opportunity to become part of the team which is dedicated to providing the best possible patient care to the Macarthur community and beyond. With state-of-the-art facilities, the hospital is an exciting hub of diverse presentations and clinical experiences.The management team focus on being approachable, innovative and being responsive to the feedback provided by the staff who make our hospital thrive. The team are forward thinkers who are looking to drive a sociable, friendly and vibrant environment where patient experience is at the forefront of every interaction.We recognise value and are looking to ensure the highest quality team.How to Apply
To be considered for this position, please ensure you address the selection criteria as thoroughly as possible. * Recognised Degree in Occupational Therapy or other qualification deemed appropriate by the employer, with registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA)

• Demonstrated recent and extensive experience in clinical student supervision and/or staff supervision
• Demonstration of an understanding of adult learning styles and teaching methods
• Demonstrated excellent organisational, negotiation and written and verbal communication skills
• Demonstrated experience in working collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team
• Demonstrated experience with leading quality improvement and service evaluation activities
• Demonstrated high level clinical expertise and knowledge of a wide range of clinical conditions in acute , sub-acute, paediatrics, cancer services
• Must possess a valid Australian Drivers Licence (excluding learner driver's licences). If not already in possession, a NSW Drivers Licence must be obtained within 3 months of appointment.

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