Senior Occupational Therapist: Rehabilitation

Alfred Health

Alfred Health is a leader in health care delivery, improvement, research and education. We are the main provider of health services to people living in the inner southeast suburbs of Melbourne, from ambulatory to inpatient and home and community-based services.

• Fixed Term position until May 2026 (Parental Leave Cover)
• Full-Time (80 hrs per f/n)
• Grade 3 (VG3-VG6)
• Located at Caulfield Hospital Campus
• Great Staff Benefits! 5 Weeks Annual Leave pro-rata & Salary Packaging

The Occupational Therapy Department at Alfred Health

Alfred Health - Occupational Therapy Services operates across The Alfred, Caulfield and Sandringham Hospitals, with clinical services aligned to Alfred Health strategic goals and operational performance targets. The benefits of working within the Occupational Therapy department at Alfred Health include:

• The opportunity to work in a supportive team with diverse clinical expertise and knowledge.
• Access to regularly scheduled PD opportunities and cross-campus education, supported by a strong clinical supervision framework.
• A commitment to developing staff clinical, non-clinical and leadership skills with a focus on promoting personal development and career progression and providing opportunity to participate in Research and Quality Improvement initiatives. 
• A focus on work-life balance and employee wellbeing with access to formal employee support programs.

Position Summary

The Grade 3 Senior Occupational Therapist and stream leader is a key member of the Occupational Therapist leadership team. The person in this role will bring a high level of clinical expertise to support a caseload of patients presenting to rehab with complex spinal, amputation, musculoskeletal and neurological conditions. With a strong focus on multidisciplinary care, they will work closely with the medical, nursing and other allied health teams to progress patient care and pathways to home or community settings. Along with the clinical responsibilities in this senior role, you will provide leadership and regular clinical supervision to staff and students. You will also contribute to quality improvement activities within the occupational therapy department. Our department provides you with access to regular clinical supervision, opportunities for continued professional development, and being part of a friendly and supportive team.

Qualifications/Registrations Required

• Current full registration held with Occupational Therapy Board of Australia (AHPRA) or equivalent.
• Member of OT Australia (or eligibility for membership) or equivalent.
• Current Victorian Driver’s License (unrestricted).
• Post-graduate qualifications (clinical, education or leadership) or working towards the same (desirable)

Skills & Experience Required

• Minimum seven years’ clinical experience in Occupational Therapy or equivalent
• Extensive clinical experience in and knowledge of patient-centred, occupation-based practice Occupational Therapy in rehabilitation
• Ability to lead, supervise and provide professional development and support to staff and students
• Evidence of previous involvement in the development and implementation of quality improvement activities
• Specialist skills in assessment and management of patients with spinal and muscular injuries (highly desirable)

Staff Benefits

• Salary Packaging & Novated Leasing through Maxxia
• Flexible Heath Insurance coverage through HCF Health Insurance
• On-site car & bike parking opportunities, Deducted Pre-Tax
• Fantastic onsite fitness facilities at The Alfred, or opportunities for supported gym membership
• Child Care Services at The Alfred managed by KU Children’s Services

Please send enquiries to Bryley Scher (Clnical Operations Lead and Senior Occupational Therapist Caulfield Rehabilitation) at [email protected] 

Applications close at 11 pm Saturday, 9th August 2025

Alfred Health is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce that reflects the community we serve.  Applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders are encouraged.

In accordance with the Health Services Amendment (Mandatory Vaccination of Healthcare Workers) Act 2020, health care workers in Category A or B roles (as determined by the department’s risk ratings) are required to be vaccinated against influenza or hold an acceptable medical exemption. 

Website: www.alfredhealth.org.au