Occupational Therapy Assistant (508233L1)
* Australia, Tas
* Feb 11, 2025
About Tasmania Government
About the Tasmanian State Service
The Tasmanian State Service (TSS) is the largest employer in Tasmania, with over 28,000 employees providing services to the Tasmanian community at all levels.
Join the Occupational Therapy Service at the Royal Hobart Hospital, the largest teaching hospital in Tasmania. The team consists of over 90 members including occupational therapists and assistants, play specialists, diversional therapists, a carpenter, and administration officers.
The Role:
Enhance the capacity and efficiency of Occupational Therapy Services by assisting the Occupational Therapist in the planning and implementation of treatment programs for referred patients under the supervision and delegation of an allied health professional.
Work as a member of the Acute Occupational Therapy Team and exercise initiative and independent judgement under the guidelines described in the Allied Health Assistant Supervision and Delegation Framework.
You will need:
* The ability to work under direction while using initiative.
* Adaptability to work in a fast-paced environment.
Note: Please refer to the Statement of Duties for all the selection criteria of this position to address in your application.
Details of appointment:
Permanent, part-time, day worker position, working 45.6 hours per fortnight, commencing as soon as possible. Notwithstanding, hours to be negotiated with the successful applicant.
Applicants should note that, for a period of twelve months from the date of publication, this selection process may be used to fill subsequent or similar full-time, part-time, and casual vacancies.
Salary: $67,193 to $70,993 per annum (Pro rata). Our Employer 11.5% superannuation contribution is on top of this amount.
Salary Packaging:
You’ll have access to salary package a range of benefits including living expenses up to $9,010 + $2,650 in meal entertainment each FBT year + other benefits if eligible.
Benefits available to eligible candidates:
* Fitness Passport – You, and your family can access 40+ fitness facilities across Tasmania for just $13.95 per week per person, or $25.95 for a family.
Applicants should note the following criteria are desirable:
* Certificate IV in Allied Health Assistance (Occupational Therapy).
* Current Driver’s Licence.
Note: Please refer to the Application Guide for more information on pre-employment checks.
Application Process:
We encourage you to review the Statement of Duties and Applicant Guide prior to applying for an overview of the duties, program, selection process, and application guidance.
Apply Online. Please click the "Apply" button on this screen to ensure that important questions about you are answered.
You will be prompted to complete a 1-2 page application detailing your experience, skills, and knowledge as they relate to the attached Statement of Duties. A separate statement addressing the selection criteria in the Statement of Duties is not required.
For more information:
Applicants who require further information are encouraged to contact the contact person for detailed information about the vacancy.
Working at the Department of Health:
Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence are the key values to work in the Department of Health. We strongly encourage applicants from key communities including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, LGBTIQA+ people, and people living with disabilities.
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