Posted:
10/3/2024, 4:07:10 AM
Location(s):
Melbourne, Victoria, Australia ⋅ Victoria, Australia
Experience Level(s):
Mid Level ⋅ Senior
Field(s):
Medical, Clinical & Veterinary
Occupational Therapist Grade 3 / Clinical Leader
• Fixed Term, Full Time Role until November 2025
• Fitzroy OR Kew location
• Allied Health Leadership opportunity
• Friendly and dynamic team
About the Role
An opportunity currently exists for an Occupational therapist to join the Occupational therapy team on a fixed term, part time basis. The role is for a grade 3 clinician to lead the team both clinically and operationally at the St. Georges hospital campus in sub-acute care stream. You will have experience in working with a neurological case load and a demonstrated knowledge to undertake relevant evidence-based assessments and interventions to support this patient cohort including management of NDIS applications. You will be responsible for the development, implementation and delivery of a high-quality occupational therapy service to inpatients of the sub-acute stream at St. Georges hospital. This role requires proven skills in leadership and supporting a team of therapist’s and staff; and to oversee the day-to-day operation of the occupational therapy service at St. Georges hospital with opportunities to work at the Fitzroy site as required.
Duties include:
Undertake a clinical caseload and provide a clinically relevant service based on evidence-based practice.
Contribute to the planning and development of activities and services of the Occupational Therapy service
Actively participate in the evaluation of the effectiveness of the Occupational Therapy Rehabilitation and GEM service.
Staff clinical loads, annual leave, ADO’s and conference leave are effectively and efficiently managed in consultation with the occupational therapy manager.
Foster and implement a culture of ongoing continuing education, research and translation of evidence-based practice.
Classifications for this position will range from VG3 - VG6 ($102,091 - $116,646 per annum)
Your contribution
A sound interest & working knowledge of Aged care and the Rehabilitation experience, and to provide a lead role in the effective occupational therapy contribution to care of the older person service provision.
Sound experience in the sub-acute setting: physical rehabilitation or/and geriatric evaluation and management.
Superior written and verbal communication skills
Knowledge of and commitment to continuous quality improvement
Commitment to evidence-based practice and translation of evidence to practice
About Department
The Occupational Therapy Department provides a service across acute, sub-acute and community programs across three hospital sites. We are committed to providing a strong culture that encourages clinicians, in a collaborative process with clients, to integrate current research in clinical decision making to obtain the best outcomes. We work closely with the allied health and community services team to provide a quality allied health service that focuses on person centred practice that promotes Occupational Justice whilst incorporating the mission and values of the Sisters of Charity. We strongly promote the active engagement of continuing professional development and life-long learning.
Working at St Vincent’s
St Vincent’s Hospital Melbourne (SVHM) is a leading teaching, research and tertiary health service. SVHM provides a diverse range of adult clinical services and is driven by values of Compassion, Justice, Integrity and Excellence.
Application
Please attach your resume and cover letter to your application.
Shortlisting for this position will commence immediately. We encourage you to apply promptly as the advertisement may close early should a suitable applicant be sourced. Please contact to obtain a copy of the Position Description.
We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and abilities. Inclusion is essential to our mission and diversity reflects the community we serve.
Please visit our website, for further information regarding our Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Employment at SVHM.
SVHA has a duty of care under work health and safety legislation to eliminate and/or control the risk of transmission of vaccine preventable diseases in healthcare settings. You may therefore be required to undergo mandatory immunisations/vaccinations (including flu vaccinations).
This position is subject to a Victorian government direction regarding vaccination against COVID-19. Successful applicants must meet these vaccination requirements. Please contact us if you would like to know more.
Respectfully, no agencies please
At St Vincent's we acknowledge the importance of creating a work environment that is welcoming, safe, equitable and inclusive for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Employees. As part of our Commitment to Reconciliation and Closing the Gap in employment related outcomes, we encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples.
For further information, visit https://www.svha.org.au/about-us/reconciliation or get in contact at [email protected]
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Website: https://svhs.org.au/
Headquarter Location: Darlinghurst, New South Wales, Australia
Employee Count: 1001-5000
IPO Status: Private
Industries: Association ⋅ Education ⋅ Health Care