The Royal Melbourne Hospital is one of Australia's leading public healthcare providers.

Join the team. Build a career. We are looking for a passionate and dedicated individual to join The Royal Melbourne Hospital.

Job Description:

Grade 2 Occupational Therapist

Why Join RMH?

- Casual role with flexible rostering and a supportive Occupational Therapy team
- Deliver clinical assessment and therapy within the acute and sub-acute hospital setting
- Career development opportunities across RMH City and Royal Park campuses

About the Role

The Occupational Therapy Service at the Royal Melbourne Hospital is committed to delivering outstanding patient care. The Grade 2 Occupational Therapist plays a key role in providing high-quality care through strong clinical skills, effective communication, and active participation within a multidisciplinary team. This role involves assessment, intervention, and discharge planning for patients with a wide range of medical conditions and is supported by a Grade 4 Clinical Leader, senior clinicians, the OT Research Leader, and the OT Manager.

The Occupational Therapy team consists of more than 100 staff working across the City and Royal Park campuses in acute, sub-acute, and community-based services spanning a variety of specialties. As part of the broader Allied Health service, the team fosters a collaborative and supportive environment that encourages ongoing professional development and career growth.

Key Accountabilities

- Join a supportive Occupational Therapy team across acute, sub-acute and community settings.
- Deliver evidence-based, patient-centred care including assessment, intervention and discharge planning.




- Support and educate junior Occupational Therapists and Allied Health Assistants.
- Communicate effectively with patients, families, staff and external services.
- Contribute to clinical, research, education and leadership opportunities across Allied Health.

About You

- Occupational Therapy experience within a hospital or healthcare setting, with a collaborative approach to practice.
- Robust communication and interpersonal skills, with a commitment to ongoing professional development.
- Current AHPRA registration as an Occupational Therapist, with a focus on evidence-based practice.
- Enjoy working collaboratively with Occupational Therapy colleagues and multidisciplinary teams.

Benefits of Working at RMH

- Meaningful Work

Make a real difference in the lives of patients, families and our community. * Career Growth

Access learning, development, and diverse career opportunities. * Supportive Culture & Belonging

Join in a diverse and values-led organisation built on kindness, collaboration and inclusion. * Innovation

Help shape the future of healthcare through research, technology and new models of care. * World-Class Excellence

Work alongside leading healthcare professionals at one of Australia's premier public hospitals,



within the Parkville Precinct-one of the world's leading biomedical and research precincts. * Enjoy great employee benefits

Salary packaging of up to $12,000 tax free and generous leave entitlements, including additional annual leave and a monthly accrued day off for eligible full-time staff (role/EBA dependent).

- Work in the Parkville Precinct

Work in the Parkville precinct with excellent public transport, onsite parking options and access to staff health services.

Interested?

Click Apply to submit your application, please include a cover letter and resume.

Interviews may commence as applications are received. Early applications are encouraged as the role may close once filled.

Name and Contact: Patsy Giannikos 0491 919 658

All appointments are made subject to a satisfactory Criminal History Record Check and satisfactory Working With Children Check.

The RMH is committed to creating a culturally safe setting as a collective responsibility. We draw on our principles of self-determination, equity, accountability, and shared learning to create a culturally responsive health system that challenges how we strive for continuous quality improvement to meet the expectations of the communities and patients we serve.

RMH is a child safe organisation, committed to upholding the rights, safety, and wellbeing of children and young people in line with the .

As a leader in healthcare, we recognise the need to foster a culture of equity, inclusion, and belonging. We encourage people of all backgrounds, identities, and abilities to apply, and will provide adjustments to support equitable participation.

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📌 Grade 2 Occupational Therapist - Casual (Royal Park)
🏢 The Royal Melbourne Hospital
📍 Royal Park