Your role at St John of God Ballarat We are seeking applications for an Occupational Therapist (Grade 1) to join our Exercise Rehabilitation team on a permanent basis.
The Occupational therapist is a member of a multi-disciplinary team that provides evidenced-based care to the patients of St John of God Health Care (SJGHC).
Ensures practice is in accordance to the relevant registration body Board of Australia Code of Ethics and SJGHC policies and guidelines.
The Position Provide direct occupational therapy services to clients/patients and or carers on an individual or group level for both inpatients and outpatients.
Completion of comprehensive patient assessment (e.g.
assessment of personal care, domestic and community ADLs, assessment of the home environment, cognitive and functional physical assessment as required).
Provision of a comprehensive treatment intervention and appropriate progression treatment to match functional goals.
Coordinate the provision of special aids and equipment requirements of patients if required to assist with functioning Provide consultation and support to medical, nursing, catering and allied health professionals within the Division as appropriate.
To succeed you will have proficient knowledge & skills in assessment, treatment and evaluation within Occupational Therapy practice, effective verbal and written communication skills and able to work independently and within a team.
Successful applicants will have a tertiary qualification in Occupational Therapy, registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) and a current valid driver's licence.
Above all, patient care will be at the core of everything you do committing to and supporting our Mission and Values.
We can offer you Salary: $66,798 to $92,356 plus 11.5% Superannuation Permanent full-time, working 38 hours per week Salary packaging up to $18,550 on a range of benefits such as mortgage, rent, meal entertainment, holiday accommodation or other everyday living expenses as well as options to salary package benefits above the FBT cap on items such as: Novated leasing work related expenses self-education and additional superannuation A healthy work-life balance through flexible work options, additional purchased leave & well-being programs Employee discount on St John of God Hospital & Medical Services and Private Health Insurance For all enquiries contact Fleur Baker, Allied Health Manager on (03) 5320 2464.
Applications close: January 10th At St John of God Health Care, we celebrate diversity and warmly welcome applications from people of all backgrounds.
Our commitment is to create a safe and nurturing environment for all children and vulnerable individuals in our care and proactively take steps to protect them from abuse, ensuring their safety and well-being.
Our inclusive culture fosters an environment that is respectful and secure, welcoming and accessible, and unified through our diverse community.
All caregivers employed by St John of God Health Care are required to be vaccinated from Influenza in order to fulfil the requirements of the role.