Organisation: The Royal Children's HospitalOccupation: Medical and NursingReference: 12539About the RoleThis is a temporary Part Time position (until February 2026) at 30.4 hours per fortnight within the Occupational Therapy department. Working at the Royal Children's Hospital (RCH) provides a unique and exciting opportunity to work alongside children and their families during pivotal life phases. You will be responsible for providing occupational therapy assessment and intervention services to inpatient and/or outpatient infants, children, and adolescents, to support child development and maximise participation in daily activities and quality of life. You will have opportunities to broaden your knowledge, skills, and experience across a variety of paediatric areas in an acute tertiary hospital setting.Classification for this position will range from VF6-VF9 Grade 2 Year 1 to Grade 2 Year 4 (FTE base salary $86,730 to $99,699 per annum, plus superannuation).What you'll achieve:In collaboration with patients and their families and the multidisciplinary team, provide assessment of function and developmental needs and interventions that facilitate care plans and appropriate discharge.Evidence-based and outcome-focused intervention that makes an impact on meaningful outcomes for infants, children, and young adults during their individual healthcare journey.Your skills and experience:Be an established paediatric OT looking to expand your clinical knowledge and skills within a multidisciplinary team environment.Experience working within acute care or a hospital environment.Experience working with children who require developmental support.Be interested in working within RCH tertiary multidisciplinary clinics (alongside engaged medical teams) to ensure children with rare conditions access the supports they need within the community.Have confidence in educating patients/parents/discipline staff/multidisciplinary team and members of the wider community to minimise risk and promote successful outcomes for patient care.Be committed to evidence-based practice, and integration into everyday clinical care.If this sounds like you, click here to view the position description.About the DepartmentThe Occupational Therapy department is within the Division of Ambulatory Services. We provide inpatient and outpatient services for infants, children, and adolescents with a wide range of medical conditions. Our team works closely with families, carers, community services, and other healthcare professionals to ensure the best occupational therapy outcomes for our patients.What we offer:Parkville location and close to public transport.Other requirements:Recognised graduate-entry qualification in Occupational Therapy (Bachelor, Masters, or Doctorate).Current registration as an Occupational Therapist with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA).Current National Criminal Record Check, or willing to obtain.Valid Working with Children Check.Current NDIS Worker Screening Check, or willing to obtain.Compliance with RCH's "Staff Immunisation - Prevention of Vaccine Preventable Diseases" procedure.Application processTo apply, you will need a resume and a tailored cover letter outlining your skills, experience, and suitability for the position in line with the requirements of the position description.Shortlisting for this position will commence immediately; we encourage you to apply promptly!For more information about this position please contact Annette Leong, Manager Occupational Therapy Ph: 03 9345 4348 Email: ****** work at the RCH?RCH enjoys high employee engagement and is committed to staff safety and a positive culture through enactment of our Compact. We offer the opportunity to work in world-class facilities, surrounded by Royal Park and only a short tram trip from the heart of Melbourne city.We also offer discounted staff parking, salary packaging, and an award-winning health and wellbeing program.The RCH is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from culturally and/or linguistically diverse backgrounds, all members of the LGBTQI community, and people with disabilities.It is a requirement of your employment that you be fully vaccinated against Covid-19, and Influenza annually for Category A and B roles, in compliance with any public health orders in place at the relevant time, unless you have a medical exception in line with those public health orders, which has been accepted by The Royal Children's Hospital. Applicants will be required to provide their Australian Government Immunisation History Statement; it is a requirement of the RCH to collect, record, and hold vaccination information. It is also a requirement of your employment that you comply with any direction given by The Royal Children's Hospital that you be vaccinated against, or prove immunity to, any other disease, unless you have a relevant exemption.Are you ready to join our team?Apply online by clicking on the "Apply" button.Job type:Fixed term - Part timeJob classification:UndefinedContact:
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