Grade 2 Occupational Therapist: Neurological and Burns rehabilitation

Bayside Health

Bayside Health is a public health service delivering high-quality care across every stage of life for close to 1.2 million people living in metropolitan Melbourne, the Mornington Peninsula, Koo Wee Rup, Bass Coast and Southern Gippsland. We have more than 15 main sites, including hospitals, centres and clinics that provide comprehensive care from welcoming newborns to supporting older people and a full range of services in between. More than 22,000 dedicated staff are focused on providing exceptional, equitable, and locally connected care through shared expertise, compassion, and a commitment to continuous growth. Education and training are central to staff development as we encourage all employees to strive and thrive. Bayside Health was formed following the merger of Alfred Health, Bass Coast Health, Gippsland Southern Health Service, Kooweerup Regional Health Service and Peninsula Health on 1 January 2026.

• Fixed term position until June 2027 
• Full time (80 hours per fortnight + monthly ADO) – part time applicants or flexible working arrangements are welcomed and will be considered
• Grade 2 Occupational Therapist Classification (VF6-VF9) in Neurological and Burns Rehabilitation
• Located Caulfield Hospital
• Opportunity to work in a supportive organisation with opportunities for personal growth, development and career progression
• Great staff benefits!

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.

The Role

An exciting opportunity presents for a suitably qualified Occupational Therapist to join the large and supportive OT Department at Alfred Health. The successful candidate will work as a Grade 2 Occupational Therapist in Neurological and Burns rehabilitation on ward AC2 providing evidence-based occupational therapy assessment and intervention across a variety of neurological conditions (including Stroke, Traumatic Brain Injury and Multiple Sclerosis) and Burns rehabilitation.

This position may also extend to offer the unique opportunity of supporting sub-acute, inpatient activity across both the Alfred Hospital and Sandringham Hospital sites. 

The role is well supported to encourage new, emerging or transitioning Grade 2 clinicians to continue to develop their clinical and leadership skills. Additionally, the role will be supported by Senior Occupational Therapists working in neurological rehabilitation, and enables opportunities for autonomy and leadership for Grade 2 clinicians looking for career progression into more senior roles. There are opportunities to work at a range of Alfred Health sites and develop a strong understanding of a patient’s journey through the continuum of inpatient care.

Skills and Experience Required 

• B. App Sc (OT), B. Occupational Therapy, MOT prac or recognised equivalent
• Full Registration held with Occupational Therapy Board of Australia (via AHPRA)
• Member of OT Australia (or eligibility for membership)
• Minimum three years of clinical experience in Occupational Therapy
• Flexibility and adaptability in both clinical service provision and interactions with the team
• The ability to work effectively as an Allied Health Professional by being able to demonstrate an ability to work within and across teams

Staff Benefits

• Salary packaging & novated leasing through Maxxia
• Onsite car & bike parking opportunities, deducted pre-tax!! *subject to availability
• Access for you and your family to an extensive network of health and fitness facilities through Fitness Passport membership
• Childcare services at The Alfred managed by KU Children’s Services

If applicable, please specify specific requirements that you require in your cover letter or CV.

For enquiries regarding this role, please contact Brittni Nielsen, Senior Occupational Therapist - [email protected]

Applications close 11pm AEST, Monday 18th May 2026.

We embrace diversity and strive to have a workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We actively encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, and people of all genders, sexualities, and cultural backgrounds.

If you require adjustments to the recruitment and selection process, or require an alternative format to any of the application materials, please don’t hesitate to get in touch with the contact person listed on this ad.

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.