Position
Permanent full-time Occupational Therapist (Level 1/2) at The Hills Private Hospital, Healthscope
Overview
- An exciting opportunity has opened up for a full-time Occupational Therapists at The Hills Private Hospital
- Supportive management and Allied Health team
- Ideal applicants will be available to work 76 hours per fortnight across two sites (2 days/week, acute medical OT services at Norwest Private Hospital and 3 days/week rehabilitation OT services nearby at The Hills Private Hospital). You will be reporting to the Allied Health Manager at The Hills Private Hospital. Rostered days at each site is open for discussion and subject to service requirements.
The Hills Private Hospital is a private hospital with 86 inpatient rehabilitation beds, 25 inpatient mental health beds and Day Rehabilitation Services. We currently offer orthopaedic, neurological and reconditioning rehabilitation programs & group based mental health services. Applicants must be flexible, team oriented and prepared to hit the ground running.
Benefits
- Flexibility to work across one or multiple hospitals across our network.
- Discounted health insurance (non-casuals only)
- Continuous professional development, education & support provided to encourage growth
We pride ourselves on working with talented, passionate and caring people to ensure our patients receive the highest quality care and experience during their stay with us.
Key Responsibilities
- Assessment and treatment of patients to facilitate independence in ADL and quality of life
- Discharge planning including home visits, provision of aids/modifications, and referral to other services in the community as required.
- Referral of patients to groups or other disciplines within the hospital
- Attendance / feedback of information at case conference and family conferences
- Communicate with program coordinator regarding funding/length of stay issues and referral to outpatient therapy.
- Liaise with other team members regarding patient care and therapy time tabling
- Documentation of OT intervention + assistive device / home modification prescription and completion of case management plan and discharge summary
Selection Criteria
- Bachelor of Applied Sciences in Occupational Therapy or equivalent and eligibility to join AAOT
- Full registration with AHPRA
- Neurological Rehabilitation experience preferred
- Sound clinical judgement and clinical reasoning skills
- Demonstrated excellence in written and verbal communication & exceptional customer service skills
- Proven ability to work independently and also as part of a multidisciplinary team
- Superior time management and organisational skills
- Current unrestricted drivers licence
Closing Date: 17 September 2025
Applications: via the online link
Enquiries
Sarah Jane Monaghan
Acting Allied Health Manager
Email:
Other details
- Seniority level: Entry level
- Employment type: Full-time
- Job function: Health Care Provider
- Industries: Hospitals and Health Care
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