$90,235 - $103,724 a year
Full time, Contract
2d ago , from Peter MaCallum Cancer Cente - Peter Mac
Fixed Term Full Time Role - until 23 August ****
80 hours per fortnight
Salary between $90,235 to $103,724 depending on experience
At Peter Mac we aim to continuously improve cancer care, research and education across all cancers and for all people affected by cancer: changing lives, breaking new ground.
Everything we do is underpinned by our core values, Excellence, Compassion and Innovation.
Welcoming people from a wide variety of different backgrounds and experiences is critical to fostering innovation, cultivating compassion, attracting and retaining top talent and providing the best possible cancer care for our patients.
We are seeking a dynamic Grade 2 Occupational Therapist to deliver exceptional care to patients undergoing cancer treatment.
This fixed term, full-time position (maternity cover) offers the opportunity to work in a world-class oncology setting, collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to enhance patient wellbeing and recovery.
Key Responsibilities
Provide high-quality, patient-centred occupational therapy services to individuals with complex oncology needs.
Conduct comprehensive assessments and develop tailored intervention plans to support patients' functional independence and quality of life.
Work collaboratively with medical, nursing, and allied health teams to ensure integrated, holistic care.
Contribute to service development, quality improvement initiatives, and student supervision.
The successful candidate will possess
Bachelor or Master of Occupational Therapy (or equivalent) with current AHPRA registration.
Minimum of 2 years' experience, preferably within an acute hospital or oncology setting.
Strong clinical reasoning, problem-solving, and communication skills.
Passion for delivering compassionate, evidence-based care.
Commitment to ongoing professional development and continuous improvement.
We offer a range of benefits which support our people both personally and professionally
Up to $11,660 in salary packaging to increase your take home pay
Discounted health insurance and eye care
A comprehensive health and wellbeing program
Public transport options at our doorstep and end of trip facilities for cyclists
Onsite eateries and coffee shops and inviting rooftop garden spaces
Pathways for career development and new career opportunities
Five weeks annual leave, monthly ADO's, purchased leave options and 17.5% leave loading
Inclusion and belonging
Peter Mac celebrates, values and supports a diverse and inclusive environment which reflects our vibrant community.
We encourage applications from anyone identifying as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander.
We also welcome anyone who identifies as LGBTQIA+, linguistically, culturally and/or gender diverse, people with disability, and people of any age to apply for our roles.
Position Summary




Provide acute inpatient and outpatient management and treatment for Peter Mac patients (Melbourne campus and satellites)
Play an assistant role in the clinical leadership of the occupational therapy team and provide an excellent standard of patient care within the specialist area of oncological practice
Assist with facilitating and implementing the departmental priorities of professional development, research and quality activities and to ensure that these consistently inform clinical activity
Allied Health Professionals (Victorian Public Sector) (Single Interest Employers) Enterprise Agreement ***********
Key Relationships
Internal
Senior physiotherapy and occupational therapy staff members
Head of Occupational Therapy and Physiotherapy
Junior and support members of department
Other health workers including allied health, nursing and medical colleagues across all Peter Mac and VCCC campuses
External
Community Health Services
Clinical schools (tertiary and TAFE)
Cancer agencies and other health service providers
Education
Bachelor of Occupational Therapy
Master of Occupational Therapy
Skills
Tertiary qualification in Occupational Therapy (Bachelor, Masters or equivalent)
Current AHPRA Occupational Therapy registration
Demonstrated interest and experience in acute cancer care
Minimum of 3 years relevant clinical experience
Excellent written communication skills including computer literacy
Demonstrated commitment to evidence based service protocols and quality programs
Reliable, flexible and conscientious approach to patient management and workplace issues
Evidence of continued professional development
SWEP credentialed provider
Ability to consult and adapt treatments to the special needs of oncology patients
Ability to conduct a literature search and appraisal
Previous experience supervising AHA, students and junior staff
Developing skills in program development and evaluation
Developing skills in research
Relevant peak body membership (OTA, COSA, ALA, etc.) and active participation in professional body and special interest groups
Certifications, Licenses & Registrations
AHPRA Registration
Key Accountabilities
Key Accountabilities
Demonstrated by / Key Performance Indicators
1. Deliver high quality, appropriate care and education to cancer patients
Manage a complex caseload and varied clinical caseload ******% clinical)
Triage and manage inpatient and outpatient referrals within KPI timeframes
Liaise with LMOs, community based practitioners and other services
Make independent clinical reasoning decisions relating to the majority of complex cases and seek assistance as required




Assist in the development and refinement of occupational therapy services for relevant tumour streams
2. Provide leadership and guidance through an oncology and patient focused framework
Take a lead role in co-ordination of student placements (in conjunction with Grade 3 OT)
Supervise and support junior staff, students and assistants
Contribute to junior staff and student development and training
Provide regular, structured supervision to allocated staff or students
Seeks and acts on opportunities to develop leadership skills
3. Participate in and contribute to departmental, hospital and external activities including continuing education, quality assurance and research
Maintain up to date appraisal and supervision records and participate in planned sessions according to schedule agreed upon
Regular, active participation in staff meetings, education sessions and in-services
Maintain, document and report course participation and attendance, including all mandatory hospital development courses
Assist in relevant quality improvement, research and evidence based practice (EBP) projects to develop the department and OT clinical practice
Provides quality and research reports according to organisational and departmental requirements
Complete at least 1 significant quality project with report annually
Develop the ability to conduct a literature search
4. Responsible and accountable consumable and equipment usage
Report departmental stock levels of equipment and consumables as used
Provide equipment and consumables according to departmental policies
Communicate changing resource needs to admin staff, assistants or line manager as appropriate
Ensure appropriate invoices are issued for sales or hires
Informs patients and their carers to any associated equipment hire conditions and costs
5. Accurate and timely documentation
Regular and accurate submission of statistics
Meet all departmental requirements for documentation standards
Same day (or within 24 hours) documentation of clinical notes (assessment, treatment, progress) and planning
Contribute to departmental data bases as indicated
Maintenance of patient privacy and confidentiality at all times
Peter Mac is a child safe organisation and has a commitment to child safety and wellbeing.
WHY WORK FOR PETER MAC
Peter Mac offer a range of perks which support our people both personally and professionally.
Our staff benefits include award winning facilities, professional development and events, a health and wellbeing program, flexible work practices and policies and financial benefits such as salary packaging.
We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, all members of the LGBTQI community and people with a disability.
Hiring Manager: Ben de Zoete, Manager for Occupational Therapy, Physiotherapy, Exercise Physiology and Podiatry
Email: ******
Phone: **************
Applications Close 11:49pm: Monday 24 August ****
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📌 Occupational Therapist Grade 2 (Melbourne)
🏢 Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre
📍 Melbourne