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Form of workThis position will deliver high level clinical expertise and leadership towards occupational therapy staff within the Gold Coast Hospital and Health Service.
The Role
An opportunity has become available for two Occupational Therapists – Senior (Acute) to join Gold Coast Health (GCH) where the focus of our 12 000-strong team is on providing world-class health care to people living in the Gold Coast, and northern New South Wales region of Australia.
You will
- Deliver high level occupational therapy clinical services within acute multi-specialty areas
- Demonstrate a multi-specialty acute skill set knowledge
- Actively lead and drive the integration of evidence-based practice and research into daily clinical practice
- Apply professional judgement to a complex caseload adapting routine clinical practice
About you
To be successful in this position you will require:
- Possession of a tertiary degree in Occupational Therapy from a recognised tertiary institution
- AHPRA Registration
- Driver Licence
- Evidence of vaccination and remain vaccinated against - Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella (Chicken Pox), Pertussis (Whooping Cough) and Hepatitis B
- Tuberculosis screening, to identify if the tuberculosis vaccination may be required
- Declaration of serious discipline history must be disclosed
- Criminal History Screening will be required for new employees (GCH will cover cost)
Benefits
- Flexible work options
- Career Development
- Salary Packaging
- Modern Facilities
- Diverse Work Culture
- Research Opportunities
- 12.75% super
- 17.5% leave loading
Salary
- Temporary full time (1 position, 5 months with the possibility of extension) and Temporary part time (1 position, 5 months with the possibility of extension, hours negotiable)
- Base salary ranging from $4 769.60 - $5 132.40 per fortnight or $62.75 - $67.53 per hour
About Us
The Gold Coast Health Occupational Therapy department is a dynamic and rapidly growing service. The team provide a high standard of clinical service including support to new graduates, student programs and specialty services. Occupational Therapy promotes health and well-being through occupation. The primary goal is to enable people to participate in the activities of their everyday life.
About Gold Coast Health
- Nationally and internationally recognised location for innovative medical research and health care
- Annual operating budget exceeding $1.5 billion
- More than 1100 beds across three hospitals - Gold Coast University Hospital, Robina Hospital, Varsity Lakes Hospital and Robina and Southport Health Precincts
- Secondary and tertiary health services across more than 20 facilities
- Opportunity to combine professional advancement, job satisfaction and relaxation into one fulfilling lifestyle
- A workplace culture that encourages people to bring their whole selves to work so that they can perform at their best
- Committed to reflecting the diversity of the Gold Coast community and ensuring each staff member is included and feels like they belong
How to Apply
Click APPLY to submit your application by Monday, 12 February 2024
Gold Coast Health is committed to providing an accessible, inclusive work environment. Please contact the nominated person if you require any reasonable adjustments throughout this recruitment process.
Job Ad reference: GC540276
Please note: no third-party applications will be accepted.
