Job Title: Occupational Therapist
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Supporting Independent Living for Seniors
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We are seeking a dedicated and skilled OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST to join our multidisciplinary team. This is an exciting opportunity to work in a new dedicated ward located at Noarlunga Hospital, caring for patients of the Older Persons Assessment & Liaison (OPAL) and Residential Care Outreach Team (RCOT).
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The primary focus of the OPAL/RCOT ward is to provide a geriatrician-led service with an efficient, coordinated, and multidisciplinary approach to patient care, streamlining discharge planning for a vulnerable population.
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About the Role:
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Work under the Senior Occupational Therapist / Allied Health Team Leader to assess patients' occupational abilities and needs using formal and informal assessments.
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Plan, develop, and implement comprehensive evidence-based intervention programmes tailored to meet individual patient requirements and therapeutic goals.
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Collaborate with our multidisciplinary team to optimize functional outcomes, supporting individuals to achieve their highest level of independence and quality of life, and facilitate discharge.
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About You:
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Demonstrated experience in providing clinical Occupational Therapy services (assessment and treatment) to clients with a range of disorders and disabilities, including older persons with cognitive impairment or dementia.
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Excellent communication skills with clients and professional staff, both oral and written, including capacity to provide supervision to Allied Health Assistants as required.
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Strong organizational skills, prioritizing workload, meeting critical deadlines, delegating appropriately, and demonstrating initiative in clinical practice.
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A degree or equivalent qualification entitling registration as an Occupational Therapist with the Occupational Therapy Board of Australia.
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Benefits:
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Develop and grow professionally with ongoing education opportunities tailored to individual disciplines and needs.
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Join a supportive team culture actively seeking your ideas and feedback on systems and practices, contributing to new models of care and provision of services.
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Promote diversity and flexible working arrangements, including part-time options.
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Closing Date: Apply now!
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