Join a dynamic, client-centred healthcare team.Opportunity to enhance professional skills and development.Contribute to meaningful improvement in client care.Provide high-quality, client-focused Occupational Therapy services at WSLHD.
Collaborate with teams, uphold professional standards, and contribute to improvement.
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Employment Type: Temporary Full Time (up to 5 September 2025)Position Classification: Occupational Therapist Level 1 / Level 2Remuneration: $37.03 - $52.83 per annumHours Per Week: 38 (Job Share may be considered for part time hours)Location: Westmead Hospital
Where you'll be working At Westmead Hospital, our Occupational Therapy Vision is to "empower through creative problem-solving, clinical excellence, and compassion." You will be joining our thriving Occupational Therapy team at Westmead Hospital, which is where you'll experience a highly supportive department with a positive team culture.
We are a department of approximately 50 clinicians with varied skillsets and knowledge working with acute and rehabilitation patients in inpatient, outpatient and community settings.
We prioritise professional, personal, and career development, valuing your growth as an integral part of our success.
We are a cohesive team ensuring clinicians at all levels are involved in department development and decision-making processes to better the department and services we provide for our patients.
For example, all OTs are involved in department portfolios and quality projects.
Supervision is a priority within our department, and we will establish the appropriate supervisory supports you require to reach your personal and professional goals.
Professional development is strongly encouraged in the OT department both internally and externally to the organisation.
Our well-established education portfolio offers a range of presentations/in-services throughout the year, tailored to meet the learning needs and interests of our clinicians.
We recognise the importance of work-life balance and have various initiatives and arrangements in place to ensure your well-being is prioritised.
This includes a well-established 'Culture Club' Portfolio who arrange various social gatherings and celebrations to bring the department together.
About you We are looking for an Occupational Therapist who is enthusiastic about making a significant impact in our dynamic healthcare setting and contributing to our positive team culture.
We seek someone who thrives in a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment and takes pride in delivering high quality services to both our patients and the organisation.
We value a commitment to continuous professional and personal growth, supported by a dedicated team and management.
If you are seeking a diverse and stimulating work environment, our major trauma hospital offers exposure to a wide range of caseloads and clinical specialties, providing ample opportunities to expand your skills.
Working at Westmead Hospital will allow you to significantly impact patient outcomes while advancing your professional development.
What you'll be doing This is a temporary full-time position within our department working in an inpatient or community acute or rehabilitation setting.
Specific clinical caseload to be determined.
Benefits and Perks: Paid Allocated Day Off (ADO) every month, in addition to your annual leave (For fulltime staff)Salary Packaging - lowers your taxable income and increases your take-home pay.
(Applicable for eligible employees)Access to the NSW Health eLearning system providing high quality, self-managed online learning for NSW Health staffEmployee Assistance Program (EAP) professional counselling and coaching service that offers confidential, short-term support for work-related and personal issues, which you and your immediate family can accessGenerous leave conditions in accordance with NSW Health (State) awardsRecognition of prior relevant service may be considered toward commencing salaryLeave may be transferrable from other public sector agencies in accordance with leave mobility provisionsAccess to formal and informal supervision through our DepartmentVarious cafes and restaurants within walking distance (with good coffee!
)How to Apply Apply online by submitting your resume and addressing the criteria listed below by providing examples that demonstrate your ability before the closing date.
Essential Criteria: License: Provisional or full Driver's licenseQualification: Degree or Diploma recognised by AAOT-NSWRegistration: AHPRA as an Occupational TherapistSelection Criteria: Demonstrated clinical experience (or clinical placement experience for new graduates) in an acute care and/or rehabilitation/community setting including experience in discharge planning, home assessment, home modifications and equipment prescription.Skills in planning, implementing, and evaluating intervention programmes.Ability to work both independently and as a member of a multidisciplinary team.Demonstrate effective written and verbal communication skills.Demonstrated effective time management and organisational skills.Commitment to ongoing education, professional development and quality improvement.Current drivers' licence.Requisition ID: REQ562425Applications Close: 31st March 2025
Need more information? Discover more about the application process.Review the detailed Position Description for insights into role requirements and criteria.Explore the selection process, employment checks, outcomes and notifications.For inquiries about the role, contact:Shereen Mouafi on or Katrina Hall on or People with disabilities who meet the selection criteria are encouraged to apply; and where required, WSLHD will implement reasonable adjustment consistent with industry standard.
Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.
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Please note: In accordance with NSW Health policy, priority will be given to Australian citizens and permanent residents.
A person who is not an Australian citizen or permanent resident is only eligible for temporary employment for a period not longer than the duration of their current visa or the advertised position.
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