Occupational Therapist Grade 1 or 2 - Rural Allied Health TeamJob Type: Permanent position | Full time position
Job DescriptionOccupational Therapist Grade 1 or 2
Rural Allied Health TeamLocated in Shepparton
Permanent Full time76 or 80 hours per fortnight (including monthly ADO if working 80)ANZSCO code 252411Open to suitably qualified overseas applicantsSalary Range $69,206.80 - $101,691.10 p.a. depending on experienceAbout GV Health: At Goulburn Valley Health we pride ourselves on delivering person-centred care. We aim to enhance patient experience through improved service access, developing partnerships, meeting growth in demand, implementing innovative service models and ensuring workforce flexibility. Go to GV Health for more information about our services.
About the role: Come and join the GV Health Rural Allied Health Team (RAHT), a team with a well-renowned supportive workplace culture with an opportunity to work alongside experienced Occupational Therapists.
You will work autonomously, undertake a varied and diverse workload and provide interventions in predominantly home-based settings, making a true difference to our client's independence and well-being. There is no nursing home work. The team is an established and progressive multi-disciplinary team which includes Dietetics, Occupational Therapy, Physiotherapy, Podiatry, Social Work and Speech Pathology services, supported by Allied Health Assistants.
The Occupational Therapist will provide person-centred care with an opportunity to:
Travel across the Goulburn Valley region working in home and clinic settingsWork with clients, carers and families to provide practical solutions to promote independence and safety at homeDevelop goals and care plans to assist clients to remain at home and active in their local communityComplete equipment prescriptions, home modifications, advise on pressure care management/seating, develop in-home and community-based therapy programsWork with a diverse range of clients and health conditionsParticipate in student training programsParticipate in service development and quality improvement initiativesA comprehensive orientation program is available, along with supervision and support opportunities. We are looking for:
Bachelor of Occupational Therapy or equivalent and eligibility for membership of the professional associationCurrent registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) as an Occupational TherapistKnowledge and experience in the delivery of Occupational Therapy services within home, group and community settings, including home modifications and prescription of assistive technologyKnowledge of the service system and ability to liaise and advocate across the full spectrum of health and community careA clear/satisfactory National Disability Insurance Scheme Worker Screening (NDIS) Check upon commencementWhy work at GV Health?
Free Community Connector Program to personally welcome and connect you to our wonderful communityGenerous salary packaging, subsidised staff parking and discounted leisure membershipsFlexible work practices and options to purchase additional leave to support work/life balancePaid parental leaveProfessional development and study leave to help reach your learning and career goalsA confidential employee assistance program (EAP) for you and your loved onesSocial club membership offering a range of events, functions and local community discountsOur CREATE Outstanding monthly, bi-monthly and annual reward and recognition programFor further information and to apply, please visit our website GV Health Careers.
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