Overview

This is a vacancy for a Fixed Term or Permanent appointment at 30.40 hours per fortnight, with the possibility of extension and/or permanency. We currently have 0.4 FTE available.

Responsibilities
Plan, implement, coordinate and evaluate Occupational Therapy services for patients in the Cardiothoracic and Vascular Surgery clinical area.
Apply advanced Occupational Therapy clinical practice skills to improve patient safety and quality of care.
Practice as a Senior Occupational Therapist and ensure compliance with Occupational Therapy qualified registration requirements, standards, codes, guidelines, and SMHS policies.
Contribute to multidisciplinary team activities, including patient safety initiatives and quality improvement projects.

Eligibility / Qualifications
Must hold a valid working visa for fixed term appointments, or be an Australian citizen, permanent resident, or have a visa to live and work indefinitely in Australia for permanent appointments.
Clinical experience in Occupational Therapy, particularly within a surgical or acute care setting, is required.
Strong communication and teamwork skills, with the ability to lead within a multidisciplinary environment.

Benefits




Career development opportunities and study leave/assistance.
Adaptable working arrangements and flexible leave arrangements.
Other qualified and location-based allowances.

EEO & Diversity Statement

WA Health embraces diversity and is committed to eliminating all forms of discrimination. We encourage Aboriginal people, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, LGBTI communities, people with disability, and all others, regardless of age, race, gender, religion, sexual orientation, or family/carer responsibilities. WA Health policies require applicants to undergo criminal records screening, integrity checking and, where appropriate, a working with children check and a pre-employment health assessment. The outcome of these checks will be considered as part of the appointment process.

Recruitment Process Note

The selection process may be used to fill other similar vacancies within the health service. The process remains valid for twelve (12) months from the date the authorized delegate endorses the recruitment decision.
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📌 Senior Occupational Therapist City Of Melville (Australia)
🏢 South Metropolitan Health Service
📍 Australia