Occupational Therapist

• Yorke and Northern Local Health Network, Clare
• Total Indicative Remuneration: $71,596 - $87,209 p.a  - Temp P/T (67.5 hours per f/n) - AHP1 

Under the direct supervision of a more senior Occupational Therapist, you will contribute to the delivery of a comprehensive range of health services to meet the needs of the community in the Mid North Region in Clare. To achieve this, you will work as a member of a multidisciplinary team including health professionals and service providers from other sectors. You will utilise a combination of preventative, early intervention, treatment/therapy and evaluation approaches to manage a caseload which may include the clinical areas of inpatients (surgical, medical, high dependency, rehabilitation and day surgery) outpatients (adults and paediatrics), domiciliary care, outpatient groups and outreach services. 

When you join our dynamic workforce you will escape the hustle and bustle of city life and be able to take advantage of the endless possibilities for adventure, relaxation, recreation and sightseeing. In Yorke & Northern you can experience cultural diversity, outback locations and regional city conveniences, whilst working in innovative roles to improve the community's health outcomes and well-being.

You will hold a recognised qualification in Occupational Therapy, and be eligible for practicing membership of Occupational Therapy Australia.  You will be skilled in supporting clients, carers and families across the Patient Journey, providing effective assessment and triage, timely referrals, accurate information, coordinated care and prompt follow-up. Your excellent communication and interpersonal skills will equip you to interact effectively with people from a diverse range of backgrounds, as well as working well within a multidisciplinary team environment.

This is a part time vacancy, working 67.5 hours per fortnight and salary will be adjusted according to actual hours worked.

Appointment will be subject to a satisfactory Criminal History Screening/Check and specific immunisation requirements.

Suitably qualified Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants are strongly encouraged to apply and will be given preference as a special/equal opportunity measure under section 8(1) of the Racial Discrimination Act 1975 (Cth), and sections 34(2) and 56(2) of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 (SA).

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.
 
Applications close: 26 February 2021
 
For further information and to apply visit www.sahealth.sa.gov.au/careers and search for Job Ref: 747652
 
Contact:
Viv London
(08) 8638 4494
Viv.london@sa.gov.au