Occupational Therapist (inpatient Programs)

Mercy Health

Werribee, Victoria, Australia
As per eba - grade 2, year 1 - 4 ph
Acute and subacute clinical experience
Evidence-based person-centred care delivery
Functional assessment and discharge planning
This role offers the opportunity to work across emergency departments, medical and surgical wards, and inpatient palliative care units within a supportive multidisciplinary environment

Job Summary

  • This role offers the opportunity to work across emergency departments, medical and surgical wards, and inpatient palliative care units within a supportive multidisciplinary environment.
  • The position requires delivering high-quality, evidence-based care to patients with diverse needs including stroke, dementia, musculoskeletal conditions, and general deconditioning.
  • Candidates will benefit from structured professional supervision, internal development opportunities, and the chance to contribute to service improvement initiatives.

Matching Summary

This role offers the opportunity to work across emergency departments, medical and surgical wards, and inpatient palliative care units within a supportive multidisciplinary environment.

Salary

As per EBA - Grade 2, Year 1 - 4

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Acute and Subacute clinical experience
  • Evidence-based person-centred care delivery
  • Functional assessment and discharge planning
  • Multidisciplinary team collaboration
  • Caseload management in hospital settings

Nice-to-have

  • Resilient and compassionate approach
  • Strong time management and organisational skills
  • Experience with geriatric evaluation and management
  • Commitment to service development and innovation
  • Ability to mentor Allied Health Assistants

Key Requirements

  • Recognised degree in Occupational Therapy
  • Current full AHPRA registration
  • Minimum 2 years acute/subacute experience
  • Current Police Record Check
  • Working with Children Check
  • Proof of influenza vaccination

Work Rights

Not specified

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