Occupational Therapist

Description:

• Women's and Children's Health Network, Allied Health and Aboriginal Liaison- Adelaide 5006
• Salary
  • Classification - AHP2 - $88,255 to $102,240 per annum + superannuation
• Part Time - Short Term Contract

Join our Dynamic Team as an Occupational Therapist

Women's and Children's Health Network (WCHN) is searching for an Occupational Therapist to join Sub Acute and Allied Health team during an exciting time of growth and innovation.

As the leading provider of specialist care for children, women, babies, and young people in SA, WCHN offers state-of-the-art healthcare and a wide range of community-based services that reach families across the state.

In the role of Occupational Therapist you will focus on:

• Delivering Comprehensive and Tailored Care : Providing high-quality occupational therapy services, including assessments, therapy, and management, to patients with a range of conditions, ensuring individualized care for developmental, medical, surgical, orthopaedic, and chronic upper limb conditions.
• Collaborative Multi-Disciplinary Approach : Coordinating seamlessly with a multi-disciplinary team, contributing to team meetings, therapy sessions, and family discussions to ensure holistic care and optimal patient outcomes throughout their rehabilitation process.
• Ensuring Continuity of Care : Managing patient transitions with care and attention, ensuring smooth referral processes to relevant community agencies, and facilitating discharge planning to promote long-term well-being and recovery for each patient.
• Building Integrated Support Systems : Fostering strong relationships with families, staff, and local community services to ensure a well-rounded, integrated approach to patient care, creating a seamless transition from hospital care to home, community, and adult services.

Who You Are

You are a passionate and results-driven leader with a proven track record of achieving strategic and operational success within healthcare or community services. You thrive in dynamic, complex environments and embody the Women's and Children's Health Network's CREATE values- Compassion, Respect, Equity, Accountability and Together for Excellence . Your leadership fosters a culture of inclusivity, engagement, and continuous excellence.

Experience in child health, early development, or family services will be highly valued. Most importantly, your deep commitment to ensuring every child in South Australia has the best start in life.

Exciting Benefits for your Career with Us!

• Relocation financial support: We're open to discussing relocation assistance to make your move easier - subject to eligibility. Click here for details and contact our enquires person for further information.
• Generous Salary Package: Enjoy a range of benefits including up to $9,010 each FBT year for living expenses (mortgage, rent, utilise, groceries) + $2,650 for Meal Entertainment expenses each FBT year. Click here for more information
• Fitness Passport: Stay active and healthy with access to a wide choice of gyms and pools across South Australia for you and your family.
• Leave & Development: Benefit from generous leave provisions and plenty of opportunities for professional development.
• Employee Assistance Program: We've got your back, with support for you and your family through our Employee Assistance Program

Take the next step in your career with us and enjoy all these fantastic perks!

Application Process and Special Conditions

Ready to take the next steps in your career? To learn more about this role, including key selection criteria, special conditions and minimum requirements, simply check out the attached role description and review our helpful document checklists below!

Immunisation Requirements Checklist

Applicant Documents Checklist

To apply, attach a 1-2 page cover letter addressing the key selection criteria and include your resume/curriculum vitae before clicking 'Submit Application'. Be sure to allow enough time to complete your application, as the system will time out after one hour of inactivity.

Don't miss your chance to join our incredible team - apply today!

Other Important Information

The South Australian public sector is all about diversity and flexibility ! We encourage part-time applicants and welcome you to explore the flexible working options available for this role.

Looking for tips on how to apply and stand out? Visit our SA Health Careers Site for the Australian Applicant Guide or, if you're an international applicant, check out the International Application Guide for all the details!

We also strongly encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants to apply. Your unique perspective and experience are valued here!

Enquiries

Sue van de Loo

Manager Occupational Therapy

Phone: 8161 7381

E-mail: susan.vandeloo@sa.gov.au

Application Closing Date: Thursday, 10 th April 2025 at 11:55pm

Attachments: AHP 2 Occupational Therapist - RD .pdf

Flexibility Statement
The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working including part-time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.