Location: Melbourne | Northern MetropolitanJob type: Ongoing - Full TimeOrganisation: Austin HealthOccupation: Health and Allied HealthReference: 2002Job posted: 12/11/2024Closes: 19/11/2024Classification: UndefinedSalary Range: $35 - $45Work location: Melbourne | Northern MetropolitanFull time, ongoing rotational positions$67,849 - $82,539 pa + super, salary packaging, 5 weeks annual leave and ADOs for full time staffJoin a supportive team that values your wellbeing, encourages a work/life balance and has a focus on social and wellness initiativesExpand your skills in 6-monthly rotations across the continuum of care and within a range of specialised service areasJoin a department that is committed to growing your career through robust supervision and a supportive leadership teamAustin Health is the major provider of tertiary health services, health professional education and research across three campuses in the Northeast of Melbourne and state-wide. We have a highly engaged, diverse and collaborative workforce that is unified by our goal to help people live healthy and fulfilled lives.We are searching for experienced Grade 1 Occupational Therapists who are driven towards personal development, delivering excellent patient care and have enthusiasm for working in a dynamic and fast-paced public health setting.About Occupational Therapy:Our Occupational Therapy department at Austin Health is a progressive hub of patient-centred care, continuous improvement, professional growth and supportive career structures. Our focus is on wellbeing, evidence-based service improvement, sustainable workforce, and growth and development.This role will join our collaborative and welcoming team where you'll have the opportunity to work in a supportive culture where high-quality supervision and on-the-job skills training are priority, enabling you to excel in your role and continue your professional growth.As a Grade 1 clinician, a regular day will see you:Deliver evidence-based clinical care: Under the guidance of your team, you will provide holistic care to patients including person-centred assessments, intervention and complex discharge planning.Collaborate with a multi-disciplinary team: Refine your communication and team-working skills to promote positive patient outcomes.Participate in quality supervision and training: Formal and point-of-care supervision, teaching and training will routinely be offered to you by your team.Contribute to a positive workplace culture where staff enjoy shared breaks and engaging in social and wellbeing initiatives.Contribute to continuous improvement: Learn about research and quality improvement in your service area, under the guidance of a leadership team that pushes boundaries to deliver exceptional patient care.Our five diverse streams - Outpatients, Acute, Aged Care, Rehabilitation, and Better@Home – offer endless opportunities to refine your skills and expand your horizons. We offer a multitude of rotations across services including specialty areas such as palliative care, general medicine, acute stroke unit as well as our state-wide spinal rehabilitation and acquired brain injury unit. You'll find inspiration, growth, and a sense of belonging within our team.About you:You'll thrive if you have:Foundational occupational therapy skills as a new graduate or established grade 1 OT.A passion to become the best OT you can be.Effective self-management skills which enable you to flourish in a dynamic environment.A collaborative spirit and a commitment to building strong relationships.Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.Working at Austin Health means enjoying a strong sense of purpose, engaging in meaningful work every day. Our people also receive a variety of rewarding benefits, including:Greater take-home pay through generous salary packaging.A suite of wellness initiatives designed to support you, including discounts on fitness memberships and health insurance, and a comprehensive wellbeing program.Mentoring and career development opportunities.Onsite childcare, easy access via public transport, car parking and end of journey facilities for cyclists.Work with us!We are committed to cultural safety and health equity for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander People. We celebrate, value, and include people of all backgrounds, genders, identities, cultures, bodies, and abilities. We welcome and support applications from talented people identifying as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander, people with disability, neurodiverse people, LGBTQIA+ and people of all ages and cultures.If you feel this role is right for you, we encourage your early application. Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and the interviews may take place prior to the closing date. This means we reserve the right to close a job ad prior to the advertised closing date.All appointments are made subject to a satisfactory National Police Check and if required, a Working With Children Check. If you require any reasonable adjustments to the recruitment process, you are welcome to reach out to: Carol Davis at ****** in finding out more about this opportunity? Read the position description for further details.
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