Senior Team Leader (Occupational Therapist Lvl 3) - Cancer Care Team - Perm FT
- Liverpool, NSW Sydney, NSW
- $112,396-116,038 per year
- Permanent
- Full-time
Location: Liverpool Hospital
Position Classification: Occupational Therapist Level 3
Remuneration: $112,396.00 - $116,038.00 per annumRequisition ID: REQ603188
Application Close Date:14/09/2025
Interview Date Range: 17/09/2025 - 24/09/2025
Contact Details: Jean-Jacques Dath - 0423 781 441 I JeanJacques.Dath@health.nsw.gov.auPlease note: A current influenza (flu) vaccination is a mandatory requirement for appointment to this positionA unique opportunity to· Take the next step in your career as a Team Leader of a highly performing team within a large and dynamic and supportive Occupational Therapy department· Use your clinical expertise to supervise, skill-up and support Level 1 / 2 clinicians· Extend your leadership and managerial skillsWhat You'll be Doing:· Responsible for providing leadership, guidance and line management of the Cancer Care Team in collaboration with the Occupational Therapy Managers.· Provide clinical supervision, support and clinical expertise for the delivery of safe, timely and high-quality person-centred care for team who cover the acute haematology ward and the cancer therapy outpatient services. In addition, the Team Leader supports clinicians in providing services to the acute complex medical and oncology ward, palliative care ward and outpatient lymphoedema services that aligns with the department's expectations.· Be involved in the planning, implementing, evaluating and reporting of services to support the day-to-day functioning of the department.· Use your analytical skills to identify opportunities for improvement in clinical practice and service delivery in an ever-evolving environment and make a direct impact on patient's lives and health outcome.Where You'll Be Working:
- Liverpool Hospital, founded in 1813, is the major health service for south-western Sydney, providing services to the local government area of Liverpool City Council as well as district services to residents and visitors in the area. It also provides a range of state-wide services in areas such as critical care and trauma, neonatal intensive care and brain injury rehabilitation.
- The Hospital provides a health service of international standing, with 23 operating theatres, capacity for 877 beds, diagnostic and imaging services, emergency and trauma care, maternity, paediatric, cancer care, mental health, ambulatory care, allied health and medical and surgical services from birth to aged care.
- Liverpool Hospital is currently undergoing a major redevelopment. The $790 million Liverpool Health and Academic Precinct (LHAP) project will provide enhanced facilities and an increased capacity to meet future significant population growth for Southwestern Sydney.
- Liverpool Hospital is a principal referral and teaching Hospital of the University of NSW and the Western Sydney University and welcome students from over 20 universities and colleges.
- Located in the heart of Liverpool City, the hospital is close to public transport, shopping centres and eateries.
To be considered for this position, please ensure you address the below questions as thoroughly as possible. View our for information on how to respond to criteria and . * Recognised Degree in Occupational Therapy or other qualification deemed appropriate by the employer and Current Authority to Practice as an Occupational Therapist with Australian Health Practitioners Regulation Agency (AHPRA)
- Demonstrated experience in the identification of evidence based practice and/or development of treatment protocols
- Demonstrated experience participating in the planning, implementation and evaluation of local service delivery incorporating the quality improvement process.
- Demonstrated high level organisational and time management skills
- Demonstrated experience in the provision of clinical supervision, mentoring of staff and/or students
- Applicants must possess an Australian C-Class driver's license (including P1 or P2). Those who hold a C class license (P1 or P2 included) from a state other than NSW must obtain a NSW C class (P1 or P2 included) license within three months of appointment. Learner's licenses are not permitted.
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