Occupational Therapist - Senior

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The Townsville Hospital and Health Service vision is world-class healthcare for northern Queensland.

Our purpose is `great care every day'.

What's on offer?
Remuneration package of up to $152,775 p.a., comprising base salary range of $124,435 - $133,901 p.a. (+ any other applicable allowances/benefits (HP4), recreational leave loading (17.5%), and employer contribution to superannuation (12.75%).

Eligible health workers who make the move (interstate or international) to work with us may receive up to $20,000 in incentive payments under the Queensland Health Workforce Attraction Incentive Scheme (conditions apply). ( https://www.careers.health.qld.gov.au/working-for-us/workforce-attraction-incentive-scheme )

Additional benefits
On-call and shift allowances (if applicable)
Great professional development opportunities
Attractive salary sacrificing options
Parental leave and flexible working arrangements
Employee assistance and staff wellness programs
Supportive and inclusive workplace environment
Access to corporate discounts

About the role
In this role you will deliver high level mental health and occupational therapy clinical services and leadership within a multidisciplinary team including intake and assessment, intervention and group work as required, in accordance with professional standards and legislation consistent with the Queensland Plan for Mental Health and the National Standards for Mental Health Services.

Working collaboratively with consumers and multidisciplinary professionals to provide high level clinical care and a therapeutic environment conducive to the dignity and wellbeing of consumers and carers within the Mental Health Service Group.

Role requirements
The successful applicant must possess a four-year degree in Occupational Therapy (Honours, Graduate Diploma) from accredited tertiary institution.  Registration with the Occupational Therapist Board of Australia is required.  Possession of a Masters or Doctoral degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited tertiary institution, or significant progress towards this, would be highly regarded.

Please refer to the role description for further details.

Working with Townsville HHS
Our vision is world-class healthcare for northern Queensland. We have a proactive approach to fostering a workplace culture that values, supports and develops our workforce involves offering rewarding career progression to our existing employees and encouraging professional development through capability building and higher duties opportunities.

About the location
Townsville is a vibrant, dynamic city; it is the largest urban centre in Northern Australia and is the gateway to the world famous Great Barrier Reef, stunning beaches, rainforests and the Outback. With over 300 days of sunshine a year Townsville offers the perfect laid-back coastal lifestyle with all the benefits of big city living. It is a great place for families, couples and individuals to call home.

Interested?
Enquiries are welcome, for a confidential discussion please contact Michelle Watson on (07) 4433 3880.

Apply ONLINE: https://smartjobs.qld.gov.au/jobs/QLD-TV556251

Applications close on Thursday, 2 May 2024.

Please note that unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.




20 April 2024
Location: Australia Queensland Townsville region
Salary: As per State Award AUD per year
Work type:
Locum Tenens
PLEASE! No enquiries from Recruitment Agencies or Headhunters.

Only direct applications will be considered.

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