Occupational Therapist - Grade 2

Occupational Therapist – Grade 2

Be part of our rehabilitation team through a 12-month maternity leave contract delivering high-quality, patient-centred care across inpatient, outpatient and community-based settings.

• Maternity leave contract, Full Time Grade 2 Occupational Therapy position
• Work within a highly experienced multidisciplinary rehabilitation team

 About the role

Are you an enthusiastic Occupational Therapist with a passion for rehabilitation? We are seeking a motivated Occupational Therapist to support our rehabilitation services.

As an Occupational Therapist, you will play an integral role in delivering high-quality services to patients across a broad range of rehabilitation specialities, including orthopaedic, reconditioning, neurological and musculoskeletal programs. In this role, you will provide comprehensive rehabilitation services including collaboration with patients, families and the multidisciplinary team to support optimal recovery and achievement of rehabilitation goals.

About us

At the Victorian Rehabilitation Centre, we have a reputation for delivering high-quality, patient-focused care across a range of rehabilitation specialties. Our experienced multidisciplinary teams provide comprehensive inpatient, outpatient and Rehab at Home services, supporting patients throughout their rehabilitation journey.

We foster a supportive and collaborative workplace culture where clinicians are encouraged to develop their skills, share knowledge and contribute to continuous service improvement.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provision of comprehensive Occupational Therapy rehabilitation services across out inpatient and/or outpatient programs
• Assessing, providing and evaluating clinical care, in collaboration with patients/families and the multidisciplinary team, to achieve identified rehabilitation goals
• A commitment to ongoing learning via participation in quality improvement initiatives, clinical supervision and professional development programs

Essential Criteria:

• Degree in Occupational Therapy or equivalent 
• Current registration as an Occupational Therapist with AHPRA 
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work effectively both independently and within a multidisciplinary team
• Prior experience in rehabilitation (as a clinician or student) desirable
• Current drivers licence essential 

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 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:

• Flexibility to work across one or multiple hospitals across our network
• Discounted health insurance (non-casuals only)
• 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 patients’ lives.

Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and interviews may be conducted prior to the closing date. We encourage interested candidates to apply early, as the position may be filled before applications close.

Applications close: 9^th August 2026

To Apply: Please click on the 'Apply' button to be taken to our online application form. For any questions, please reach out to Nikki Rowntree – Acting Allied Health Manager, 03 9566 2702 on nikki.rowntree@healthscope.com.au

If you are successful, you will receive a salary based on your years of relevant Occupational Therapy experience against the Healthscope – VIC – Allied Health Professionals Enterprise Agreement, with remuneration ranging from $46.80 to $56.30 per hour.
 

More Information: Our commitment to quality and safety for our patients, staff and visitors is our highest priority. We are also committed to child safety., We are committed to the safety, participation and empowerment of all children. Applicants will be required to provide a current National Police check, WWCC (where applicable) and Evidence of right to work in Australia prior to appointment. Staff in patient contact roles will be required to provide proof of immunity to specified infectious diseases as a Category A Healthcare worker. 

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