Clinical Senior Occupational Therapist/Occupational TherapistPhysiotherapy, OT & Rehabilitation (Healthcare & Medical)
Flinders and Upper North Local Health Network – WhyallaFull Time | Temporary (up to 31 January 2025)Base Salary Range:AHP3 | $104,180 - $111,746 p.aAHP2 | $88,255 - $102,240 p.aIn addition to base salary, this position attracts Superannuation, Leave Loading and Salary Sacrificing Benefits (salary packaging).Join our team and make a difference in the lives of patients in our community through your compassionate care and expertise! Please note that as this position is multi-classed as either an AHP3 or AHP2, the classification will be determined by qualifications and experience. About Us: The Flinders and Upper North region offers a relaxed lifestyle, breathtaking views, endless adventures, and friendly and diverse communities. With a short commute to work, you'll have more time in your day to spend with your family, friends, and explore the many attractions of the Flinders and Upper North region.
You will become a part of a supportive and welcoming team and have opportunities to work in a variety of settings while working across both discipline-specific and multi-disciplinary teams. You'll also have access to continuing education and development opportunities, allowing you to grow your career, all while working to improve community health outcomes and wellbeing.
Our Allied and Community Health Teams are multi-disciplinary teams who work together towards the common goal of improving health outcomes of our community members. Services are based in Port Augusta and Whyalla, with regular outreach clinics held in Roxby Downs, Quorn, Hawker, Maree, and Leigh Creek.
Relocation and Accommodation Assistance: Financial assistance for relocation may be available for eligible applicants for appointments prior to 31 December 2024.Accommodation support may be available - conditions apply.Support and Training: Supervision – as per the Regional LHN Allied Health Supervision Framework.Access to Professional Development funding.Scholarships may be available to undertake a Certificate of Rural General Practice/Graduate Diploma of Rural Generalist Practice via the Allied Health Rural Generalist Pathway (AHRGP) Rural Generalist Program - JCU Australia.Access to contextual Aboriginal Cultural Awareness Training (specific to the region) and access to Aboriginal Liaison Officers and Aboriginal Health Practitioners.About the Role: As an accomplished and highly skilled clinician, the Regional Clinical Senior Occupational Therapist (AHP3) will deliver top-tier services and provide inspiring clinical and professional leadership to allied health professionals across the FUNLHN region and remote areas of South Australia. In this pivotal role, you'll drive improvements in service quality, safety, and community-focused distribution, collaborating with allied health staff, managers, and key stakeholders to enhance models of care and workforce development initiatives.
The Occupational Therapist (AHP2) leverages extensive clinical experience and a blend of generalist and specialist knowledge to deliver a comprehensive and integrated range of services tailored to the needs of the local community. Working with increased autonomy, you'll plan, implement, and evaluate these services, and may also provide clinical supervision to less experienced allied health professionals, assistants, and students.
Must hold a recognised qualification within the Occupational Therapy profession and be eligible for practicing membership of the relevant Professional Association.AHP3 Responsibilities: Bring extensive knowledge as a Rural Generalist or within a specific discipline, providing complex clinical and consultancy services across FUNLHN.Demonstrate professional independence and clinical competence, utilizing advanced reflective-practice skills.Apply a deep understanding of FUNLHN's strategic directions and service delivery challenges.Offer strategic advice to management on service development and practice redesign.AHP2 Responsibilities: Apply your professional expertise and develop generalist and specialist knowledge.Exercise sound professional judgment in selecting and adapting established methods.Offer a wide range of clinical and consultative services across various settings.Effectively manage and prioritize your own workload while supporting others.Immunisation Risk for this position is - Category A (direct contact with blood or body substances) The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working including part-time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.Appointment will be subject to a satisfactory Criminal History Check and Immunisation compliance.Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants are encouraged to apply. Job Ref: 875902Application Closing Date: Monday 30th December 2024 - 11:55 PM
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