Occupational Therapist - Hiring Immediately

We are looking to hire a driven Occupational Therapist to join our incredible team at Queensland Health in City of Townsville, QLD.
Growing your career as a Full Time Occupational Therapist is an awesome opportunity to develop productive skills.
If you are strong in critical thinking, decision-making and have the right drive for the job, then apply for the position of Occupational Therapist at Queensland Health today!

The Townsville Hospital and Health Service vision is world-class healthcare for northern Queensland. Our purpose is `great care every day'.

About your opportunity

The Mental Health Service Group are currently seeking to recruit an Occupational Therapist to their team on a fixed term temporary full-time basis, up to 29/01/2023 with the possibility of extension not exceeding 12 months. This position sits within the Mobile Intensive Rehabilitation Team at Kirwan Health Campus.

The Occupational Therapist will work in conjunction with the multidisciplinary team to support consumers of the service to consolidate meaningful independent living skills to enable mental health, wellbeing, and recovery within the community. Their role is integral in supporting consumers in living the life that's meaningful to them while navigating a mental health diagnosis.

The Occupational Therapist will support the consumer and multidisciplinary team in developing clear care plans to enhance the person's adaptive skills in their home environment with overall aim to improve the person's independent living and health management skills.

Generous remuneration package value up to $9,916 p.m. comprising:

• Salary range of $2719.80 to $3997.60 p.f. ( HP3)
• 4, 5, 6 weeks annual leave with 17.5% loading
• 12.75% employer contribution to superannuation.

Other employment benefits may include: professional development, , shift and locality allowances, employee wellness and assistance programs, and access to corporate discounts.

Requirements

• It is a mandatory requirement to be and to remain vaccinated against COVID-19.
• Proof of qualification, registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) and possession of a current practising certificate.
• Possession of class C drivers' licence.
• This position will require the successful candidate to participate in an extended hours roster to satisfy operational need .
• This is a Vaccine Preventable Diseases (VPD) risk role: Hepatitis A/B, Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella, and Pertussis.
• All positions appointed to Mental Health Service Group may be required to work in other areas of the Service.
• Pre-employment checks will be conducted.

Please refer to the Role Description for further details.

Why make the change?

With over 300 days of sunshine a year Townsville is the largest centre in Northern Australia, offering a laid back tropical lifestyle and is the gateway to the world famous Great Barrier Reef, stunning beaches, rainforests and the Outback. A vibrant, dynamic city, Townsville offers the perfect balance between spectacular natural attractions without sacrificing the benefits of a metropolitan city. No matter your lifestyle, Townsville offers families, couples and friends a place to call home. 

Appreciate the change of pace as you immerse yourself in a tropical North Queensland lifestyle.

Interested..?

Contact: Cassandra Parry on View phone number on careers.global.

Apply ONLINE by: Monday 31 October 2022.

Unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.

Benefits of working as a Occupational Therapist in City of Townsville, QLD:

● Learning opportunities
● Company offers career progression opportunities
● Advantageous package