Job title: Occupational Therapist - Clinical LeadWork Hours: Full-Time, 38hrs/weekSalary: $90,000 - $115,000 per annum + super Location: Caulfield South, Melbourne Our client is looking for a motivated, client-centric, outcome-focused Clinical Lead Occupational Therapist to join their leadership team and be instrumental in the growth and support of their new grad and junior OT's, as well as managing a small caseload.
The role involves: Providing supervision to therapeutic employees, including new graduates Ensuring therapists are providing high-quality, evidence-based & well-documented therapy.
Being available to answer questions from clinicians.
Assisting the recruitment team upon request Helping new employees with scheduling, including their first month, induction, shadowing, training & supervision Ensuring appropriate handover is completed when a member of the team leaves.
Networking with external companies, building relationships.
Liaising with management regularly to provide updates on staff performance & feedback.
Occasional interstate travel, assisting clinicians in other states (if required) Managing a small caseload Other responsibilities includes: Managing staff workloads & capacity, considering staff availability and service area Managing complaints Conducting performance appraisals for staff Implementing performance management plan for staff if required Managing department resources (including requests, sufficient stock levels & ensuring updates as required) Liaising with other clinical leads to ensure consistency across the teams.
Regular meetings & communications with the Administrations team Arranging internal PDs and learning opportunities Essential Requirements: Relevant Tertiary qualifications in related field 5+ years experience working in a relevant field (highly desirable) Leadership & management experience of clinical staff (highly desirable) Full AHPRA Registration Working with Children Check (WWCC or Blue Card) NDIS Worker Screening Check Evidence of COVID-19 vaccination (or valid exemption) Police Check Driver's license & access to a reliable vehicle Car insurance Professional Indemnity & Public Liability insurance First Aid certificate (desirable) Benefits: Opportunity to work alongside a highly skilled group of existing Clinical Leads & Managers Ability to influence company-wide initiatives Flexible working arrangements Achievable KPI bonuses Loyalty bonuses Benefits, discounts & rewards with premier retail & service partners EAP (Employee Assistance Program) Clearly defined career progression opportunities Professional Development allowance Paid study leave Annual leave loading included Laptop & mobile phone Toll pass Opportunity to learn & be supported by other senior clinicians within multidisciplinary teams Guest speaker events covering interesting & relevant topics Social events, team building & well-being activities Opportunities to relocate to almost anywhere in Australia Unlimited drinks and snacks at all offices Access to a library of online resources & assessment tools