• Permanent part-time position or a maternity relief cover available

Are you an experienced Occupational Therapist with a commitment to interdisciplinary teamwork and an interest in delivering excellent clinical services related to assessment, treatment, planning and evidence based practice?

We are seeking 2 experienced HP3 Occupational Therapist to undertake a roles within the Allied Health team at Sunnybank Private Hospital. We have a permanent-part time position 3 days per week (Wed to Friday), 7.5hr days, in a job share role with another one of our Occupational Therapists. This position is available immediately. The other Occupational Therapy position is for a 1 year maternity relief cover, 4 days per week, 7.5hr days, due to commence approximately start of July 2024.

As an Occupational Therapist your responsibilities will include:

• Provide comprehensive Occupational Therapy to varied diagnostic groups primarily within the rehabilitation ward to inpatients and outpatients
• Assist with the treatment of acute patients across the medical, surgical and CCU wards
• Maximise the occupational performance of patients, adopting a client-centred and goal directed approach
• Participate in program development and quality improvement activities within the Occupational Therapy Department and hospital
• Participate in multi-disciplinary team meetings and professional development programs
• Providing support to other Occupational Therapists and/or students
• Support from fellow Occupational Therapists and a diverse range of the Allied Health team
• Free car parking adjacent to hospital
• Free uniform
• Access to fitness passport
• Access to Press Reader
• Flexible working times
• Support from Employee Assistance Program for staff and families
• Community oriented hospital with high patient satisfaction focus
• Onsite imaging with QLD X-ray to support timely diagnostic/treatment plan

Sunnybank Private Hospital is a 122 bed facility located on the Southside of Brisbane, offering acute medical, surgical, and rehabilitation services.  Sunnybank Private Hospital (SPH) is a vibrant and committed hospital that provides a range of coordinated healthcare services designed to deliver and improve the health and well being of the community it serves. It is situated approximately 13 kilometers south of the Brisbane CBD and is the first Private Hospital north of the Gold Coast.

Selection Criteria:  

• Bachelor in Occupational Therapy or equivalent
• Current registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency
• Excellent clinical practice skills in rehabilitation
• Well-developed communication skills and interpersonal skills
• Excellent organisation, time management and self-management skills
• Autonomy in work practice
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team
• Highly developed communication skills and interpersonal skills
• Commitment to interdisciplinary teamwork
• Sound knowledge of My Aged Care referrals and processes
• Understanding of NDIS supports and services
• Ability to conduct and provide recommendations based on home/access visits
  

To Apply: Please click on the 'Apply' button to be taken to our online application form. Please indicate which position applying for, or to be considered for either. Please include a cover letter and a CV along with the contact details of 2 professional referees.

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