Occupational Therapist

Description:

Lead and shape the future of weekend OT care! Enjoy flexibility, autonomy, and teamwork while enhancing patient care and hospital flow
Remuneration: $56.69 - $58.52 per hour + superannuation + salary packaging
Location: The Maitland Hospital
Employment Type: Permanent Part Time
Position Classification: Occupational Therapist Level 3
Hours Per Week: 16
Requisition ID: REQ560753
Applications Close: Sunday 30th March 2025
At Hunter New England Local Health District (HNELHD), enjoy a career where you're challenged by interesting work and surrounded by spectacular locations. Join the team enriching health in millions of ways every day:
Sustainable Healthcare: Together towards zero Proximity to shopping and other services Salary packaging options Fitness Passport Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members Opportunity to work and collaborate with a range of non-clinical and clinical professionals
About The Role
This is not just another Occupational Therapy (OT) position, it's an opportunity to introduce a weekend OT Service, enhancing patient flow and continuity of care. As a weekend OT, you'll work autonomously while being seamlessly integrated into our supportive inpatient OT team. With flexible hours on Saturday and Sunday, you'll have the chance to make a real difference in the lives of our patients while shaping the future of healthcare delivery.
Set up and lead the weekend OT service, collaborating closely with weekday OTs and other allied health professionals.Utilise your clinical expertise to prioritise patient needs in a fast-paced hospital environment, ensuring timely and appropriate discharges.Conduct comprehensive assessments and provide interventions to optimise functional outcomes for patients across a diverse range of medical conditions.Act as a liaison between patients, families, and the wider healthcare team to facilitate seamless transitions of care.
Why Join Us?
Be part of a welcoming, supportive team known for their sense of humour and dedication to patient care.Gain exposure to a broad spectrum of clinical experiences on acute wards, enriching your professional development.Enjoy flexible start and finish times, empowering you to maintain a healthy work-life balance (between 8 am and 5:30 pm, proposed hours are 4 hours on a Saturday and 4 hours on a Sunday)This role serves as a gateway into Hunter New England Health, offering endless opportunities for career advancement and growth within the organisation.
Where You'll Be Working
The Maitland Hospital is a health facility for the Upper and Lower Hunter Regions. The urban/rural population serviced is approximately 72,000 and incorporates Maitland, Cessnock, Kurri Kurri, Singleton, Muswellbrook, Dungog and Raymond Terrace. The hospital is located 35 minutes from the John Hunter Children's Hospital and transport by air or road is facilitated by NSW Ambulance Services.
In our OT team, each member brings unique strengths and experiences, but what really sets us apart is how well we work together. We're like a close-knit family, always supporting each other and collaborating to give our patients the best care possible.
Requirements
Occupational Therapist with current Authority to Practice with AHPRA
Additional Information
To be eligible for permanent employment in this position you must be an Australian Citizen, or a permanent resident of Australia, or a New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand Passport. Employment of a temporary visa holder may only occur if no suitable local candidate is identified for the position; in this instance, you may only be offered employment in line with the conditions and expiry date of your visa. An eligibility list will be created for future permanent part time and temporary part time vacancies. We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position. Hunter New England Health is dedicated to fostering a child-safe environment that respects and upholds the rights of children and young people, aligned with NSW Health’s commitment to implementing the Child Safe Standards. We aim to ensure that children and young people feel safe, supported, and included in their care. All current and prospective staff are expected to prioritise the safety, welfare, and well-being of children and young people, actively working to protect them from harm and abuse.
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For role related queries or questions contact Sophie Wainwright on Sophie.Wainwright@health.nsw.gov.au
Information For Applicants
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This is a Category A position. Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive PD2024_015: Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseases for Category A positions prior to offer. All new employees must agree to comply with the requirements outlined in the policy.