This role may be eligible for the Queensland Health Attraction Incentive. See link - Workforce Attraction Incentive Guideline Scheme ( https://www.careers.health.qld.gov.au/working-for-us/workforce-attraction-incentive-scheme )

About us:

Allied Health play an important role in achieving the objectives set out in our Destination 2030: Great Care for Central Queenslanders strategy ( https://www.health.qld.gov.au/cq/destination-2030 ). Allied Health work closely with medical, nursing, technical and operational colleagues and community partners to optimise patient recovery and well-being. The Allied Health workforce is supported to achieve clinical excellence through a commitment to improving quality, creating continuous improvement opportunities and a culture of learning and development. 

About the role:

The Senior Occupational Therapist – Clinical Education delivers clinical care and provides leadership and support at a local level to Occupational Therapy Clinical Educators, pre-entry students, new graduates, and health professionals within Central Queensland Hospital and Health Service (CQHHS) and Central West Hospital and Health Service (CWHHS).

The Senior Occupational Therapist – Clinical Education reports operationally and professionally to the Director Occupational Therapy, with further collaboration and professional support provided by the State-wide Occupational Therapy Clinical Education Program Manager (OTCEP).

About you:

To be successful in this role you must have a tertiary degree in Occupational Therapy or equivalent qualification from a recognised tertiary institution as well as current AHPRA registration as an Occupational Therapist.

• High level of knowledge, expertise and skills in contemporary and evidence-based occupational therapy clinical practice.
• High level interpersonal and communication skills and demonstrated ability to work effectively and collaboratively within teams, with consumers and their families and with a variety of internal and external stakeholders.
• Ability to lead change through the development, implementation and evaluation of quality and service improvement activities.

What we offer:

Salary information:

Total remuneration value of up to $152,776 p.a. is comprised of:

• A hourly rate between $62.75 - $67.53 p.h.
• 12.75% employer superannuation contribution
• 17.5% leave loading

Other benefits include:

• Professional Development Opportunities
• Education Opportunities – Study and Research
• Work-Life Balance, Variety and Flexibility
• Generous Salary Sacrificing
• Paid Parental Leave
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Discounted Private Health Insurance
• Fitness Passport

Vaccine Preventable Diseases (VPD) requirements:

It is a condition of employment for this role for the employee to be, and remain, vaccinated against vaccine preventable diseases as listed on the Role Description.

How to apply:

To submit your application / expression of interest, please include:

• Your current CV or resume, including referees.
• A short 1 to 2 page cover letter outlining how your experience, abilities and knowledge align with the organisational values, accountabilities and “How you will be Assessed” section of the Role Description.
• Include any additional forms / evidence as attached or listed on the Role Description.

Please note pre-employment checks will be carried out on applicants recommended for appointment/employment which may include confirming your qualifications, professional registration/s, previous employment history (including any previous disciplinary action), criminal history, Australian work status and vaccination requirements.

For assistance, contact Recruitment Services @ CQ Health ( mailto:[email protected] ) and quote the Job Ad Reference (JAR) RK4D560294

Applications close: Wednesday, 8 May 2024