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.
- Full Time Permanent Position (80hrs per f/n) + ADO (part-time applications will be considered)
- Occupational Therapist Grade 2 Classification (VF6-VF9)
- Located at The Alfred
- Great Staff Benefits! 5 Weeks Annual Leave & Salary Packaging
About the Team
Alfred Health Occupational Therapy Services operates across The Alfred, Caulfield and Sandringham Hospitals, with clinical services aligned to Alfred Health's strategic goals and operational performance targets. The Occupational Therapy Service is committed to the provision of high-quality, evidence-based care, and strongly values professional development and clinical supervision.
The benefits of working within the Occupational Therapy department at Alfred Health include the following:
- Access to regularly scheduled Professional Development opportunities and cross-campus education, supported by a strong clinical supervision framework.
- A commitment to developing your clinical, non-clinical and leadership skills with a focus on promoting personal development and career progression and providing opportunities to participate in Research and Quality Improvement initiatives.
- A focus on work-life balance and employee well-being with access to formal employee support programs.
- Opportunity to work in a supportive organisation with opportunities for personal growth, development and career progression.
- Unique opportunity to gain clinical experience and specialist expertise in a range of diagnostic groups.
- Roles that are also well supported to encourage new, emerging or transitioning Grade 2 clinicians to continue to develop their clinical and leadership skills.
About the Role
An exciting opportunity exists for an experienced Grade 2 Occupational Therapist to join the Occupational Therapy team at Alfred Health in a permanent capacity.
The successful applicant for this Grade 2 Occupational Therapy position will apply their knowledge, skill and expertise to deliver excellent clinical service to patients in the Emergency & Trauma Centre (E&TC). The role is part of an allied health interdisciplinary team to improve the care of vulnerable and older patients, targeting patients 65 years and over. A key component of the Occupational Therapist role in the E&TC is to assess patients who present with mild traumatic brain injuries or concussions and provide education to patients, families and staff. Shifts in E&TC will be 8hrs, with start times varying from 7am, 8:30 and 10:30am.
At a Grade 2 level, Occupational Therapists are required to display autonomy of practice, whilst also contributing strongly to the multi-disciplinary team via the provision of high-quality inpatient assessment and intervention. It is an expectation that Grade 2 clinicians will lead various teaching/training and quality improvement activities across the Occupational Therapy Service, and will be responsible for the supervision and mentoring of junior Occupational Therapy staff, Allied Health Assistants and/or undergraduate students.
At Alfred Health, the Occupational Therapy service delivers a seven-day model of care and the incumbent in this role may be required to assist with weekend service provision on a periodic basis.
Duties
- Models a client-centred approach in interactions with patients and their family/carers.
- As a Grade 2, maintain a clinical care ratio of 80% clinical care to 20% non-clinical care workload.
- Establishes and maintains effective therapeutic relationships with patients and their families/carers.
- Responds to referrals/clinical requests in agreed timelines, and in accordance with departmental protocols.
- Completes statistical collection and activity reporting in an accurate and timely manner.
Essential Skills
The successful applicant will bring:
- Effective verbal and non-verbal communication skills.
- A strong commitment to ongoing learning and development.
- Flexibility and adaptability in both clinical service provision and interactions with the team.
- A team-first approach and be a consistent and proactive team player.
- The ability to work effectively as an Allied Health Professional by being able to demonstrate an ability to work within and across teams.
- Desirable: knowledge and experience in mild traumatic brain injury.
Experience/Qualifications
- B. App Sc (OT), B. Occupational Therapy, MOT prac or recognised equivalent.
- Full Registration held with Occupational Therapy Board of Australia (AHPRA).
- Member of OT Australia (or eligibility for membership).
- Minimum three years of clinical experience in Occupational Therapy.
- Current Victorian Driver’s License (unrestricted).
- Current Working with Children’s Check.
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 through ProSport Health and Fitness.
- Child Care Services at The Alfred managed by KU Children’s Services.
If applicable, specify specific requirements that you require in the cover letter or CV.
Any queries please contact Anna Kennedy, Acting Deputy Occupational Therapy Manager, on 0408 484 099 or [email protected].
Applications closing 11pm AEST, Sunday 8th September 2024.
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 Minister's Covid-19 Mandatory Vaccination Order, all Alfred Health employees are required to be fully vaccinated (3 doses) for COVID-19 or hold an acceptable medical exemption. Furthermore, 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