Occupational Therapist

• Casual & Part-time roles available
• Flexible rostering & Family Friendly shifts available
• Experienced and supportive team with a friendly and collaborative culture
  
  

Are you an enthusiastic Occupational Therapist looking to join a highly experienced interdisciplinary Allied Health team?

The National Capital Private Hospital is seeking enthusiastic and innovative Occupational Therapists to join our team. Hours and days can be flexible to meet the needs of both the hospital and the right applicant. Both part time and casual positions are available.

The successful applicants would be involved in providing services to either the inpatient rehab services and/or the acute medical and surgical wards.

About us:

Come and join our expert team of surgeons, specialist doctors, dedicated nurses and allied health professionals at The National Capital Private Hospital.

The National Capital Private Hospital is a modern, progressive acute medical, surgical and rehabilitation hospital of 148 beds located in the southern suburbs of Canberra. The hospital has 8 operating theatres, an intensive care unit, coronary care unit, day surgery unit, medical/rehabilitation and surgical wards.   We are committed to providing innovate, progressive, best patient care.

As an Allied Health Professional, your responsibilities will include:

• Providing comprehensive services to inpatients (including inpatient rehab, orthopaedics, general surgery, cardiac and neurosurgery, and ICU/CCU patients).
• Delivering excellent clinical services related to assessment, treatment, planning and evidence based practice
• Participating in program development and quality improvement activities within the Allied Health Department
• Working closely with the multidisciplinary team to provide comprehensive care to patients and their support people
• Discharge planning with the multidisciplinary team and referrals to external services.
• Independently managing a caseload and liaising closely with the occupational therapy team to provide excellent clinical handover.
  
  

Essential Criteria:

• Bachelor of Occupational Therapy (or equivalent)
• Current AHPRA Registration as an occupational Therapist
• Excellent clinical practice skills to manage a high acuity caseload
• At least 1 year of previous hospital or rehab experience is preferred
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team, with highly developed communication skills.
• Excellent organisation and time management skills

Why Healthscope?

When you join Healthscope, you become part of our Community of Care. Our people are at the heart of our organisation - no matter the role, every day our people make a difference to the lives of our patients and their families. As the only national private hospital operator and healthcare provider in Australia, our 42 sites are supported by our central Support Office, enabling them to provide an exceptional experience for the communities we care for.

You’ll also benefit from:

• Discounted health insurance
• Continuous professional development, education & support provided to encourage growth
  
  

We pride ourselves on working with talented, passionate and caring people to ensure our patients receive the highest quality care and experience during their stay with us. We support each other, share learnings, celebrate successes and face challenges together.

Come and be the difference in our patient's lives.

For further information please contact Sarah Bowen, Allied Health Manager, 6222 6609 or sarah.bowen@healthscope.com.au

Applications Close: 17th May 2024