Grade 2 Occupational Therapist - Trauma & Orthopaedics

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 position
• Full time - 80 hours per fortnight inclusive of ADO - part time applicants welcomed to apply 
• Grade 2 Occupational Therapist Classification (VF6-VF9)
• Located at The Alfred Hospital
• Great Staff Benefits! 5 Weeks Annual Leave & Salary Packaging

About the Team

Alfred Health Occupational Therapy Services 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, development and career progression.
• Unique opportunity to gain clinical experience and specialist expertise in a range of diagnostic groups.
• Roles that are also well supported to encourage new, emerging or transitioning Grade 2 clinicians to continue to develop their clinical and leadership skills.

Position Summary

An exciting opportunity exists for a Grade 2 Occupational Therapist to join the Occupational Therapy team in a permanent capacity on the 5 West Trauma and Orthopaedics ward. This ward delivers a contemporary Allied Health model of care across a seven day service with a rehabilitation mindset at its core.

The successful applicant will carry a combined caseload of complex trauma, orthopaedics and neurological conditions including traumatic brain injuries. A component of this caseload will also include service into the Orthopaedic pre-admission clinic. The Grade 2 Occupational Therapist in this role will be responsible for working with the occupational therapy team to deliver a service focused on early rehabilitation, return to occupational performance, and support complex discharge planning through the application of evidence-based intervention. The OT team works with the broader Allied Health team, including the Grade 4 Allied Health Team Leaders, in providing early and intensive allied health therapy to allow for the "Home First" philosophy to be implemented.  This is shown to result in positive patient outcomes including patients returning to home sooner without the need for ongoing inpatient care. The Occupational Therapy service on 5West works across a 7 day model of care - the incumbent in this position will be required to work at least one weekend shift per month to support clinical service delviery with the broader team. 

The incumbent will have access to regular professional development and receive strong supervision with a commitment on personal/professional growth. At a grade 2 level, clinicians are expected to display autonomy of practice and a commitment to patient-centred care, collaborative practice and evidence-based knowledge. Grade 2 clinicians have an important role in leading various teaching/training and quality improvement activities across the Occupational Therapy Service and will be responsible for the supervision and mentoring of junior Occupational Therapy staff, Allied Health Assistants and/or undergraduate students. 

Essential Skills 

The successful applicant will bring:

• Effective verbal and non-verbal communication skills.
• A strong commitment to ongoing learning and development.
• Flexibility and adaptability in both clinical service provision and interactions with the team.
• A team-first approach and be a consistent and proactive team player.
• The ability to work effectively as an Allied Health Professional by being able to demonstrate an ability to work within and across teams.

Experience/Qualifications

• B. App Sc (OT), B. Occupational Therapy, MOT prac or recognised equivalent.
• Full Registration held with Occupational Therapy Board of Australia (AHPRA).
• Member of OT Australia (or eligibility for membership).
• Minimum three years of clinical experience in Occupational Therapy including experience in an acute hospital setting. 

Staff Benefits

• Salary Packaging & Novated Leasing through Maxxia.
• Flexible Health 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 (Clinical Operations Lead) on Anna.Kennedy@alfred.org.au.
 

Applications close Sunday, 23rd March 2025

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 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