Occupational Therapist: Full-Time
Caulfield, VIC, Australia, 3162
Permanent
Closing on: Jan
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Position Description
Occupational Therapist- Calvary Health Care Bethlehem- Statewide PND Service
Full time Grade 2 Occupational Therapist (part time at 0.8 will be considered)
Come and work in a specialist clinic, supporting people living with progressive neurological diseases
Permanent or fixed term options available
Supervision included and extensive internal professional development program
Salary packaging and other benefits through Calvary and Public Health EBA
Supportive and experienced MDT environment
Opportunities to participate in clinical research and service development activities
Brand new facility and modern office and clinical areas for Allied Health
Extensive assistive technology resources to trial during sessions
About The Role
Based at Calvary Kooyong in Caulfield South, Calvary Healthcare Bethlehem is a leading provider of specialist services for people living with progressive neurological diseases and those needing palliative care. Services include an inpatient ward, Community Palliative Care Service, State Wide Progressive Neurological Diseases Service, and NDIS Provider service. We have a highly respected, large, diverse and thriving allied health team.
You will work primarily in the Statewide Progressive Neurological Diseases Service (SPNDS), providing outpatient specialist support through hospital-based or telehealth modes. SPNDS is a level 5 specialist service, offering support to people in Victoria and bordering areas of SA, NSW and Tas.
You will provide expert OT advice to people with progressive neurological diseases (PND) and their formal and informal support network to support living well. You are part of a supportive and compassionate multidisciplinary team including a wide range of allied health professionals, neurologists and other specialists, specialist nurses and external stakeholders. The caseload includes people with Motor Neurone Disease, Huntington's Disease and other Neuromuscular disorders and atypical Parkinsons Diseases at various stages of their disease trajectory. The clinic manages people from diagnosis until the terminal phase of their illness.
Your main duties will include:
Occupational Therapy assessment and intervention through mix modes including face-to-face, telehealth and telephone.
Attending case conferences with the multidisciplinary team (Neurology, nursing, clinical liaison and allied health)
Supporting NDIS access and navigation of NDIS and aged care systems
Working with internal and external stakeholders to provide compassionate care
Supervision of grade 1 OTs, AHAs or students as directed
Participation in OT department meetings and quality improvement work
Participation in SPNDS meetings and projects
Opportunities for presenting at conferences and education sessions
Participation in research projects as appropriate
Communication and collaboration with external allied health providers for patient management and to provide education about PND management
Administrative functions including keeping statistics and managing appointments
Documentation of patient notes and reports
About You
Effective self-management skills
Awareness of the caseload of people living with life-limiting diseases
An OT who enjoys supporting quality of life and problem solving creative solutions
You have some experience or interest in developing skills in progressive neurological OT
You have outstanding communication skills
Thrive in a dynamic environment
Outstanding team player for best patient outcomes
You are self-directed, organised, enjoy a balance of team and autonomous tasks
You are reflective in your clinical practice
You are a person-centred, creative and flexible therapist who is able to work with dignity of risk and respect for individual choice and control
You have some knowledge in navigating the interface of palliative care, health and disability to support patients and team members with coordination of care
AHPRA registered Occupational Therapist
Drivers Licence
Please apply through our careers portal. Applications will only be accepted if a CV/resume and a customised cover letter outlining your skills and interest in the role are included.
Applications which do not include a CV/Resume and Cover Letter will not progress.
The ad will close early if there are suitable applicants- Apply Now
For further information please contact Stephanie Williams, Allied Health Manager, Calvary Health Care Bethlehem.
Why work for Calvary?
At Calvary, our staff matter.
With over 130 years' experience and 18,000 staff and volunteers, we offer an inclusive and welcoming culture where you are valued, drawing on your own strengths, identity and background alongside a team of professionals who care for our patients, residents and clients.
Your benefits:
NFP salary packaging benefits, discounted health insurance and gym memberships
Training, development pathways and career opportunities
Flexible hours that make sense for you
As we serve the community across Home, Virtual and Residential Aged Care, Retirement Living and Hospitals, one thing sets us apart. Care from the heart. If this sounds like you, apply for a role with Calvary today.
Please note the following:
As part of the application process, you will be required to complete pre-employment checks which may include, but is not limited to reference checks, work rights, criminal history check, NDIS checks, and a health evaluation to ensure suitability for the role
You will be required to provide evidence of immunisation as required for your role including COVID-19, influenza, tuberculosis screening, hepatitis, diphtheria, tetanus, varicella .