Occupational Therapist

 Casual Occupational Therapists (Level 1/2) at The Hills Private Hospital

·         Exciting opportunities have opened up for Occupational Therapists seeking casual employment at The Hills Private Hospital

·         Supportive management and Allied Health team

The Hills Private Hospital is a refurbished private hospital with 86 inpatient rehabilitation beds, 25 inpatient mental health beds and Day Rehabilitation Services. We currently offer orthopaedic, neurological and reconditioning rehabilitation programs & group based mental health services. Applicants must be flexible, team oriented and prepared to hit the ground running.

Key Responsibilities:

·         Assessment and treatment of patients to facilitate independence in ADL and quality of life

·         Discharge planning including home visits, provision of aids/modifications, and referral to other services in the community as required.

·         Referral of patients to groups or other disciplines within the hospital

·         Attendance / feedback of information at case conference and family conferences

·         Communicate with program coordinator regarding funding/length of stay issues and referral to outpatient therapy.

·         Liaise with other team members regarding patient care and therapy time tabling

·         Documentation of OT intervention + assistive device / home modification prescription and completion of case management plan and discharge summary

Selection Criteria:

·         Bachelor of Applied Sciences in Occupational Therapy or equivalent and eligibility to join AAOT

·         Full registration with AHPRA

·         Neurological Rehabilitation experience preferred

·         Sound clinical judgement and clinical reasoning skills

·         Demonstrated excellence in written and verbal communication & exceptional customer service skills

·         Proven ability to work independently and also as part of a multidisciplinary team

·         Superior time management and organisational skills

·         Current unrestricted drivers licence

Closing Date: 16^th May 2024

Applications: via the online link

Enquiries:

Jen Watts

Allied Health Manager

Email: jen.watts@healthscope.com.au