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SalaryEmployment Type: Permanent Full Time, 38 Hours Per Week
Location: Liverpool Hospital
Position Classification: Occupational Therapist Level 4
Remuneration: $ 117,544 - $ 120,393 Per AnnumRequisition ID: REQ488535
Application Close Date: 19/05/2024
Interview Date Range: 22/05/2024 - 29/05/2024
Contact Details: Jean-Jacques Dath - 0423 781 441 I JeanJacques.Dath@health.nsw.gov.auAbout the Opportunity
This is an exciting opportunity to work collaboratively within a large and dynamic Occupational Therapy department for the provision of clinical supervision, teaching and co-ordination of educational activities for students on clinical placements.The Occupational Therapy department takes on average 60 students per year and offers well established and strong programs for students’ induction and education.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.The position involves direct supervision of Occupational Therapy students as well as providing support, resources and upskilling of staff who are supervising students. The Student Educator also carries a clinical caseload and is responsible for various responsibilities including administrative tasks, participation in clinical supervision, quality improvement activities and service development.Where You'll Be Working
Liverpool Hospital is in the local government area of Liverpool and is 50 minutes from the Sydney CBD. Liverpool is home to an incredibly diverse and unique population, both reflected in the hospital workforce and in the services offered to the local community. Liverpool Hospital is a principal referral hospital with affiliations to the University of NSW, Western Sydney University, the Ingham Institute of Applied Medical Research, and the University of Wollongong. It also provides an active education programme for medical practitioners, nurses and allied health professionals.How to Apply
To be considered for this position, please ensure you address the below questions as thoroughly as possible. View our for information on how to respond to criteria and . * 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 (clinical area the position is in)
- 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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