Job Title: Paediatric Occupational Therapist
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Description: We are seeking a skilled and dedicated Paediatric Occupational Therapist to join our team. As a key member of our healthcare team, you will be responsible for providing high-quality occupational therapy services to children aged 4 and above. Your expertise will help us achieve our goal of delivering responsive healthcare that fosters a safe and inclusive environment.
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About the Role: In this role, you will work closely with our multidisciplinary team to provide assessment, intervention, and support to children and families. You will be responsible for designing and implementing individualized treatment plans that promote the physical, emotional, and social development of children. Your ability to communicate effectively with patients, families, and colleagues will be essential in ensuring seamless care coordination and patient outcomes.
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Key Responsibilities:
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* Assessment and Intervention: Provide comprehensive occupational therapy assessments to identify areas of strength and weakness, develop and implement individualized treatment plans, and evaluate patient progress.
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* Clinical Supervision: Mentor and supervise junior staff members to enhance their skills and knowledge in paediatrics.
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* Education and Training: Design and deliver education sessions to promote evidence-based practice and skill development among generalist occupational therapists.
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* Service Development: Participate in quality improvement initiatives and contribute to the planning, implementation, and evaluation of local service delivery models.
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Requirements: To be successful in this role, you will need to possess relevant qualifications as an occupational therapist, current registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA), and demonstrated experience in paediatric clinical practice. You will also require excellent negotiation, decision-making, and advocacy skills, as well as high-level verbal and written communication skills.
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What We Offer: We provide a supportive and collaborative work environment, opportunities for professional growth and development, and a competitive remuneration package. If you are passionate about delivering high-quality care and working collaboratively with patients, families, and colleagues, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.
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Contact Information: For more information about this role or to discuss your application, please contact [contact person] at [contact details].
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Selection Criteria: Please refer to the attached position description for the selection criteria.
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How to Apply: Applications should include a cover letter, resume, and a statement addressing the selection criteria. Please submit your application via email to [email address].
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Application Closing Date: [insert date]
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Equal Employment Opportunity: We are committed to building a diverse workforce that reflects the community we serve. We welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people of all age groups, people with caring responsibilities, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, people with disability, people who identify as LGBTIQ+, and people who identify as neurodivergent.
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Australian Work Rights: To apply for this position, you must be an Australian citizen or permanent resident of Australia or be able to independently and legally live and work in Australia by way of your own Temporary Visa.
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Note: All new employees must agree to comply with NSW Health policy directive PD2024_015 regarding Occupational Assessment, Screening, and Vaccination against Specific Diseases.
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