CASUAL OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST GRADE 2

Ravenhall, VIC
Permanent
Full-time

2 days ago

Location: Western Health
Employment Type: Casual
Salary: VF6-VF9

About the roleWestern Health is seeking an enthusiastic and motivated Grade 2 clinician to join our inpatient teams on a casual basis.These casual positions are well supported by experienced and dedicated senior clinicians. The successful applicant must have well developed assessment and intervention skills and demonstrate a strong commitment to evidence and occupation based practice. The position will work within a supportive multidisciplinary team. Sound communication and organisational skills are essential for success in this position.About you:To be successful in this role, you will:

Demonstrate commitment to provision of Occupational Therapy practice
Be able to demonstrate knowledge and experience in acute service provision and discharge planning
Have strong collaboration skills
Have demonstrated experience working in multidisciplinary teams
Have experience in quality improvement and/or research project

About Western HealthWestern Health is one of the largest healthcare providers in Victoria, caring for a vibrant, diverse and rapidly growing community of one million people in Melbourne's western suburbs.With more than 13,000 staff, Western Health delivers 800,000+ occasions of care every year, providing high-quality, person-centred care across every life stage.We provide a combination of hospital, community-based, at-home and in-reach services to aged, adult and paediatric patients and newborn babies. Specialties include oncology, renal, mental health, women's health and maternity, chronic diseases, geriatrics and cardiology.We have remarkable strengths in chronic disease, complex care and developing innovative and sustainable healthcare solutions. Our experience at the coalface of healthcare delivery for some of Australia's most culturally and socioeconomically diverse and vulnerable populations provides us with unique insights into the most pressing health challenges.Western Health operates four acute public hospitals: Sunshine Hospital (including Joan Kirner Women's and Children's), Footscray Hospital, Williamstown Hospital and Bacchus Marsh Hospital. We also operate Sunbury Community Hospital, Sunshine Mental Health and Wellbeing Centre, Melton Health and Community Services, Bacchus Marsh Community Health Centre, Caroline Springs Community Health Centre and Grant Lodge Residential Aged Care in Bacchus Marsh. Western Health also provides the primary healthcare service at the Dame Phyllis Frost Centre, a women's prison located in Ravenhall.Why join us?Compensation and benefits

Competitive salary packages aligned with market standards.
Health and wellbeing programs, including flexible work arrangements.
Scholarships and grants to support your continuous learning journey.

Learning and development opportunities

Access the Western Health Learning Academy (WHA) for personalised learning pathways.
Professional growth programs, including postgraduate studies and clinical education.
Mentorship and career support.

Community impact and inclusion

Make a meaningful difference in patients' lives through compassionate care.
Join a workforce that champions diversity and inclusion.
Engage in community wellbeing initiatives and groundbreaking healthcare research.

Organisational culture and environment

Thrive in a collaborative, compassionate and innovative team environment.
Be part of a culture that celebrates continuous improvement and excellence in healthcare.

Ready to make an impact?If you're passionate about providing inpatient Occupational Therapy care , we'd love to hear from you. Simply click on the “apply” button and follow the prompts.If you are currently employed at Western Health, please ensure you sign in through the 'Employee Login' via the external Careers Page or access the Careers Page via the intranet before applying.Closing date: at 11:59pm on 12 September 2025Enquiries: For further information about this role, contact Sharon Neale 0468538541Western Health is an equal opportunity employer committed to attracting and retaining diversity in our workforce. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.Western Health is committed to providing a safe environment for the children and young people who are involved in our services, sites and operations. We follow and abide by all legislative requirements to keep children and young people safe.All appointments are made subject to a satisfactory Police Record Check, an Immunisation Status Clearance and a Working with Children Check (if applicable).Western Health does not accept unsolicited resumes/applications from recruitment agencies.Western Health

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