Occupational Therapist - Community Rehabilitation

Occupational Therapist - Community Rehabilitation Program

• Permanent Full Time with monthly day off | 5 weeks annual leave


• Wantirna Health Community Rehabilitation Program 


• Opportunity to grow in an enthusiastic team  

Eastern Health

Eastern Health is one of Melbourne’s largest public health services. We provide a range of emergency, surgical, medical and general healthcare services and have a proud history of serving a diverse community.

Our Employee Value Proposition is “Being a part of Eastern Health means belonging to a welcoming team of healthcare experts”.

This statement aligns with our promise to our communities, patients, consumers and staff that we will be HEALTHIER TOGETHER. Bolder than a vision for the future, our promise calls us to action. We know that working together is the only way we can achieve what is necessary for a healthier future.

About the role 

Are you ready to add your keen rehabilitation skills and experience to a vibrant multidisciplinary team?  

An exciting opportunity exists for an experienced and enthusiastic grade 2 Occupational Therapist to join the friendly and supportive Occupational Therapy team at the Wantirna Health Community Rehabilitation Program, Eastern Health. 

 
You will be part of a highly skilled multidisciplinary team, providing evidence based, goal directed rehabilitation to clients in their own home, in the therapy centre and in the community. 

 
This permanent position will suit an Occupational Therapist who has a passion for rehabilitation and helping adults to achieve their goals, can work autonomously and also as a vital team member. Opportunities exist in various areas such as neurological rehabilitation, musculoskeletal rehabilitation and Falls and Balance. 

The successful applicant will be supported within a strong supervision structure and will be encouraged to engage in professional development and journal clubs to support evidence-based practice. 

About you  

To be successful in this role you will possess: 

• Strong commitment to high quality client care 


• Well-developed interpersonal skills 


• High level communication skills, both written and verbal, to enable development of good rapport with clients and staff 


• High level of assessment and evidence-based OT intervention skills 


• Experience in managing a mixed caseload using a client-centred approach 


• Experience working within a community setting 

Experience in the area of neurological rehabilitation 

Healthcare workers are strongly recommended to follow COVID vaccination recommendations provided in the Australian Immunisation handbook (based on ATAGI advice). Seasonal vaccination against influenza is a mandatory requirement of this role and an offer is conditional on this being up to date prior to employment.

Those that are offered and/or start between January and April do not require an up to date vaccination for Influenza to progress providing they are aware of its requirement later in the year. Those that are offered and/or start between May and December require the up to date Influenza vaccination prior to offer.

What we offer

Eastern Health offers a variety of fantastic Employee Benefits, view the extensive range here!

• Mentor and Shadowing program 


• Access to discovery days across our 50 sites 


• Study and professional development leave 


• Friendly & supportive teams


• Commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion 


• Fitness Passport for work-life balance 


• Employee Assistance program accessible for you and your loved ones 


• Flexible working hours and excellent entitlements 


• Salary packaging options and an employee benefits scheme 


• Access to Private Health Insurance offers 


• Digital upskilling, such as excel and Power-Bi training 


• Cafes at all of our Hospitals 

Next Steps

Apply online if you feel we are a good match, you have the skills and qualities to make a difference, and are eligible to work in Australia.

We review all applications when we receive them, and we notify unsuccessful candidates.

If you are shortlisted, we will be in touch to arrange an interview, and you must complete a National Police Check.

Good to know:

• We are an equal opportunity employer and actively promote equality for people of all races, ethnicities, gender identities, sexual orientations, and for people living with disability – within the communities we serve and our Eastern Health team.


• We provide a culturally safe and welcoming environment for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander employees.


• As a child-safe organisation, we ensure child safety and wellbeing is embedded in our everyday culture.


• Vaccination and screening for immunity to vaccine-preventable disease is a mandatory requirement of this role.


• Advertising may end before the closing date.


• We do not accept recruitment agency application

If you are a current Eastern Health employee please ensure you log in with your internal Eastern Health account to apply for this or other roles.

Please Click Here for the Position Description

Contact Person: Lauren Fraser

Contact Number: 0403 583 345

Need help submitting your application?

Just contact the Hiring Manager in the advertisement or call the Talent Acquisition Team on (03) 9955 7555 (Option 1) 

Click Here for the Candidate Guide also for help in our recruitment process!

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