Occupational Therapist (Grade 2), Community Rehabilitation Occupational Therapist (Grade 2) - Temporary (Parental Leave) part-time role (40 hours per fortnight) Provision of OT services to clients of the General, Geriatric Evaluation and Management, and Orthopedic Community Rehabilitation Teams Engage in collaborative multidisciplinary teamwork, inclusive of home, centre and community based rehabilitation service Located at the Community Rehabilitation Centre, McKellar Centre About Barwon Health Barwon Health is one of the largest and most comprehensive regional health services in Australia, providing care at all stages of life and circumstance. Services available through Barwon Health cover the full spectrum from primary care, community services, aged care, rehabilitation, mental health, emergency and acute care. We serve more than 500,000 people through the efforts of more than 9000 staff and volunteers across more than 20 sites. Barwon Health is committed to developing a vibrant culture of education, training and research that advances health and wellbeing for all.
About the role The General and Orthopedic Rehabilitation Teams provide an outpatient rehabilitation service for people with a variety of orthopaedic injuries, general rehabilitation needs, or who have complex co-morbidities associated with aging (including pulmonary rehabilitation and geriatric evaluation and management). The teams currently include Rehabilitation Physician, Geriatrician, Care Coordinator, Physiotherapy, Occupational Therapy, Speech Pathology and Allied Health Assistant. Other allied health also available in the centre. The Occupational Therapist will work with patients to deliver goal-focused and time-limited rehabilitation at home, in the centre and in the local community. This role is involved with comprehensive assessments, care planning, supporting patients with independence at home and in the community, return to work or study and referring on to community services where appropriate.
Diversity and Inclusion We believe in the power of diversity and inclusion. We celebrate the unique backgrounds, perspectives, and talents of our team members, fostering an environment where everyone feels valued and respected. Our commitment to diversity strengthens our ability to provide compassionate and equitable care to all individuals, regardless of their backgrounds, abilities and identities.
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