About us:

Allied Health plays an important role in achieving the objectives set out in our Destination 2030: Great Care for Central Queenslanders strategy. 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:

This role contributes to patient care by providing clinical support tasks, as delegated under the direct or indirect supervision of occupational therapy staff. The position works within the Rockhampton, Capricorn Coast and Mount Morgan Occupational Therapy Department, primarily delivering community-based services. This position may be required to provide support to other Allied Health professionals as negotiated with the Director of Occupational Therapy. 

About you:

The ideal applicant will be someone who can demonstrate the following:

• Ability to provide a defined range of assessments and treatments as prescribed by the allied health professional.
• Ability to communicate effectively and work collaboratively as part of a team with a good understanding of own scope of practice in a complex and demanding work environment.
• Ability to apply knowledge in Allied Health, such as knowledge of the healthcare system, computer literacy, medical terminology, general medical conditions, and basic anatomy.

What we offer:

Salary information:

Total remuneration value of up to $79,736 p.a. is comprised of:

• A salary between $33.52 - $35.24 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) RK4C565133.

Applications close: Thursday, 30 May 2024.