Sub-Acute Senior Occupational Therapist

Alfred Health

Alfred Health is a leader in health care delivery, improvement, research and education. We are the main provider of health services to people living in the inner southeast suburbs of Melbourne, from ambulatory to inpatient and home and community-based services.

• Permanent Part Time Position - up to 64hrs per f/n (0.84EFT) – Part Time applicants are welcomed
• Occupational Therapist Grade 3 Classification (VG3-VG6)
• Senior Occupational Therapist & Stream Leader - Subacute (Aged Care)
• Located at Caulfield Hospital
• Opportunity to work in a supportive organisation with opportunities for personal growth, development and career progression
• Great Staff Benefits! 5 Weeks Annual Leave & Salary Packaging

About the Team 

The Alfred Health Occupational Therapy department operates across The Alfred, Caulfield and Sandringham Hospitals, with clinical services aligned to Alfred Health's strategic goals and operational performance targets. The Occupational Therapy Service is committed to the provision of high-quality, evidence-based care, and strongly values professional development and clinical supervision.

The benefits of working within the Occupational Therapy department at Alfred Health include the following:

• Access to regularly scheduled Professional Development opportunities and cross-campus education, supported by a strong clinical supervision framework.
• A commitment to developing your clinical, non-clinical and leadership skills with a focus on promoting personal development and career progression and providing opportunities to participate in Research and Quality Improvement initiatives.
• A focus on work-life balance and employee well-being with access to formal employee support programs.
• Opportunity to work in a supportive organisation with opportunities for personal growth, leadership development and career progression.

About the Role

An exciting opportunity exists for an experienced Occupational Therapist to join the Alfred Health Occupational Therapy department as a senior clinician and stream leader of the subacute Aged Care stream. The successful applicant for this Grade 3 Occupational Therapy position will be a clinical specialist within the Health of Older People service and will and will apply this knowledge, skill and expertise to develop the clinical practice of individuals and the wider team. The Occupational Therapy service is highly valued within the multidisciplinary team for its provision of best-practice speciality services, rehabilitation of older people and complex discharge planning. There are exciting opportunities for research, leadership and quality improvement within a supportive and collegial team. The successful OT is required to display autonomy of practice, whilst also having the opportunity to lead various teaching/training and quality improvement activities across the Occupational Therapy Service, Allied Health directorate, and clinical program, and will represent Allied Health on allocated committees.  In addition, they will be responsible for leading a departmental portfolio, as well as the supervision and mentoring of junior Occupational Therapy staff, Allied Health Assistants and/or occupational therapy students. It is a requirement of all Alfred Health staff that they may be required to work across all Alfred Health sites (Alfred Hospital, Caulfield Hospital and Sandringham Hospital) based on clinic service demands. At Alfred Health, the Occupational Therapy service delivers a seven-day model of care and the incumbent in this role may be required to assist with weekend service provision on a periodic basis. 

Qualifications Required 

• B. App Sc (OT), B. Occupational Therapy, MOT prac or recognised equivalent.
• Desirable: Post graduate qualification (Masters level) in one of Occupational Therapy, Public Health, Research and/or Health Management or working towards same.
• Full Registration held with Occupational Therapy Board of Australia
• Member of OT Australia (or eligible for membership).
• Current Victorian Driver’s License (unrestricted).
• Current Working with Children’s Check

Essential Experience Required 

• Minimum seven years’ clinical experience in Occupational Therapy (including a minimum of four years in clinical specialty area)
• Well-developed leadership skills, including the ability to undertake professional supervision and promote professional competence of other Occupational Therapy staff.
•  A clear understanding of Occupational Therapy Service strategic priorities specific to a large, public health care provider.
• Demonstrated skills in the evaluation and implementation of evidence-based practice and modification of service delivery.
• Demonstrated understanding and commitment to the principles of continuous quality improvement.
• High level of communication and interpersonal skills to promote teamwork, and a proven ability to relate effectively to people at all levels of the organisation (prior job-share experience preferred)
• Sound skills in organisation, planning and priority setting.

Benefits

• Salary Packaging & Novated Leasing through Maxxia.
• Flexible Heath Insurance coverage through HCF Health Insurance.
• On-site car & bike parking opportunities, Deducted Pre-Tax!!
• Fantastic onsite fitness facilities at The Alfred through ProSport Health and Fitness.
• Child Care Services at The Alfred managed by KU Children’s Services.

If applicable, specify specific requirements that you require in the cover letter or CV.

Any queries please contact Anna Kennedy, Allied Health Deputy Manager – Occupational Therapy, on 0408 484 099.

Applications closing 11pm AEST, Sunday 15th December 2024

Alfred Health is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce that reflects the community we serve.  Applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders are encouraged.

In accordance with the Health Minister's Covid-19 Mandatory Vaccination Order, all Alfred Health employees are required to be fully vaccinated (3 doses) for COVID-19 or hold an acceptable medical exemption. Furthermore, in accordance with the Health Services Amendment (Mandatory Vaccination of Healthcare Workers) Act 2020, health care workers in Category A or B roles (as determined by the department’s risk ratings) are required to be vaccinated against influenza or hold an acceptable medical exemption. 

Website: www.alfredhealth.org.au