Occupational Therapist, Grade 2 - Dandenong Hospital
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About the Role
Occupational Therapist - Grade 2 | Full time, permanent | Dandenong Hospital
We have a full time, ongoing opportunity available for a Grade 2 Occupational Therapist to join the multidisciplinary team (MDT) at Dandenong Hospital. This role is within the acute bed-based program, covering General Medical and/or Surgical units. Experienced Grade 1 Occupational Therapists are also encouraged to apply.
The Grade 2 Occupational Therapist is a leader on the wards and is an integral part of the supportive MDT that conducts high quality assessments and intervention helping achieve prompt discharges. Occupational Performance assessment and intervention is at the core of what we provide to patients to ensure robust discharges. This position requires highly developed communication and teamwork skills and an ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
Your clinical leadership will extend to supervising Grade 1 therapists and students,



guiding them in their early career steps. You will support the Senior Clinician of the acute stream in evaluating and developing processes for the OT department and the acute stream and contribute to an evidence-based service delivery for OT services. This role works in conjuction with an experienced Senior Clinician and regular supervision is a key component of the role.
About You
You are an AHPRA registered Occupational Therapist with experience in bed-based acute service provision, along with the ability to:
Implement explicit communication and advocate for best care for the patient
Engage with patients in the participation of their treatment journey
Acknowledge responsibility for your own learning
Collaborate with others in the development of department resources and research pursuits
In Return
At Dandenong Hospital, you'll be joining a team that genuinely enjoys working together. We support each other through the busy days, celebrate successes, and create an environment where asking questions, sharing ideas and learning from one another is encouraged.
Whether you're an experienced Grade 2 or a confident Grade 1 ready to take the next step, you'll receive regular supervision, mentorship and opportunities to broaden your skills in a fast-paced acute environment.



You'll work with an experienced Senior Clinician, contribute to service improvement and research initiatives, and play an important role in shaping the future of Occupational Therapy within the service.
Along with meaningful work and excellent career development opportunities, you'll also benefit from salary packaging, wellbeing programs, professional development and the opportunity to build a long-term career across Victoria's largest public health service.
For a confidential discussion and to explore this opportunity further, please reach out to Joshua Varghese, Occupational Therapy Manager, on ******** ***.
Supportive Documentation can be found here.
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You'll be encouraged to share ideas, contribute to improvement initiatives, and grow alongside experienced professionals who are passionate about what they do. We areFullHearted, OpenMindedandAllIn,enabling excellent service delivery and a positive candidate and employee experience every time.
We recognise the value of equal employment opportunity. We are committed to patient safety, promoting fairness, equity and diversity in the workplace and to Child Safe Standards.
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📌 Occupational Therapist, Grade 2 - Dandenong Hospital (Melbourne)
🏢 Monash Health
📍 Melbourne