Occupational Therapist - Rockhampton - Full Time Apply now Job no: 500400
Work type: Permanent
Location: Rockhampton
Categories: Allied Health
About the role Mater Health has an exciting newly created position for an Occupational Therapist to join the team based at our Rockhampton campus in our Medical/Surgical unit. This will see you join a multifaceted service and will be a permanent full-time opportunity.
Salary range: $40.65 - $56.12 (Health Professional 3) per hour plus superannuation and salary packaging What you'll be doing As an Occupational Therapist your expertise will be invaluable to the multidisciplinary team in the Rehabilitation Unit. We are open to experienced and novice Occupational Therapists.
You will work with Nursing staff, Visiting Medical Officers, Physiotherapists, Occupational Therapists, Speech Pathologists, Rehabilitation Assistants, Dietitians and Pharmacists to ensure best patient outcomes are achieved.
As an Occupational Therapist you are expected to provide exceptional service to adult patients and contributing to a multidisciplinary team, managing caseloads, measuring outcomes and displaying an ongoing dedication to continuous improvement. You will be expected to have a strong understanding of the requirements for contributing to a safe workplace in a hospital environment.
About you The successful applicant will possess:
Knowledge, expertise and skill in assessment and management of patients with orthopaedic and neurological conditionsDemonstrated ability to provide exceptional occupational therapy clinical services of a complex nature, managing caseload priorities and discharge planningExperience in Oedema management highly desirable.Current registration with AHPRA as an Occupational Therapist (no restrictions)Membership of the OT Australia (desirable)Mater is Queensland's largest and most innovative not-for-profit healthcare service, providing care for almost 700,000 patients a year across a network of 11 hospitals.
We are a leader in healthcare, education and research — and that's because we employ exceptional people. #MAKEYOURMATERMOVE Via salary packaging arrangements, allocate some living expenses directly from your pre-taxable income and ultimately increase your take-home payAccess to package meal and entertainment expenses via salary packagingAccess to leading education and professional development via Mater EducationAccess to our Employee Assistance Program and on-site pastoral care teamsDiscounts to local and national business/venues for Dining/Retail/Travel & Accommodation/OtherUnlimited access to a multitude of discounted fitness facilities through Fitness PassportAccess to on-site, discounted parkingDiscounted food and beverage at various campus cafés and coffee venuesApplications close on Friday 31 st May 2024. Please note, we may contact applications prior to the closing date, please do not hesitate to APPLY NOW! Mater is committed to the wellbeing of their staff, and it is underpinned by our flexible and remote working policies.
Please Note: We will not require any support from Recruitment Agencies at this time and kindly request no contact is made. Only direct applications will be considered.
Advertised: 01 May 2024 E. Australia Standard Time
Applications close: 31 May 2024 E. Australia Standard Time
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