Title:  Senior Occupational Therapist - Paediatrics - Newborn Services

Grade 3 Occupational Therapist - Paediatric Newborn Services

• Fixed term part time | 16 hours per week | Enjoy work-life balance
• Box Hill Hospital and Angliss Hospital | Café on site and close to shops
• Strong culture of clinical learning and development  | Values based organisation

Eastern Health

Eastern Health is one of Melbourne’s largest public health services. We provide a range of emergency, surgical, medical and general healthcare services and have a proud history of serving a diverse community.

Our Employee Value Proposition is “Being a part of Eastern Health means belonging to a welcoming team of healthcare experts”.

This statement aligns with our promise to our communities, patients, consumers and staff that we will be HEALTHIER TOGETHER. Bolder than a vision for the future, our promise calls us to action. We know that working together is the only way we can achieve what is necessary for a healthier future.

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced and dynamic grade 3 occupational therapist to join our team. This role will primarily be working with infants and their families within newborn services at Box Hill Hospital and Angliss Hospital. The successful applicant will have clinical expertise in neonatal care and/or developing knowledge and skills in this area. Knowledge and experience in Infant assessments including Prectyl General Movements, HNNE, HINE and Bayley Scale of Infant Development would be viewed favourably. As a senior clinician, you will provide evidence-based assessment and intervention, while playing a key role in the development of clinical services. You will contribute to service innovation, and support team growth through supervision and guidance. 

About you 

To be successful in this role you will possess:

• B. App Sc (OT), B. Occupational Therapy, MOT prac or recognised equivalent.
• Full Registration held with Occupational Therapy Board of Australia (AHPRA).
• Member of OT Australia (or eligibility for membership).
• Current Victorian Driver’s License.
• Minimum seven years clinical OT experience
• Demonstrated clinical experience in paediatric occupational therapy and/ or neonatal care 
• Demonstrated best practice in assessment and intervention, including evidence of advanced clinical skills and family centred practice.  
•  A clear understanding of Occupational Therapy Service strategic priorities within a large, healthcare network.
• Well developed leadership skills.
• Well-developed communication and interpersonal skills to promote teamwork, and a proven ability to relate effectively to people of diverse backgrounds.   
• ​Demonstrated participation in professional development relevant to the position.   
• Established skills in organisation, planning and priority setting.
• ​Demonstrated ability to evaluate and modify service delivery to foster innovation and evidence based practice.   
• ​Well-developed understanding of professional codes of conduct and ethical practice.   
• ​Sound computer skills

Healthcare workers are strongly recommended to follow COVID vaccination recommendations provided in the Australian Immunisation handbook (based on ATAGI advice). Seasonal vaccination against influenza is a mandatory requirement of this role and an offer is conditional on this being up to date prior to employment.

What we offer

Eastern Health offers a variety of fantastic Employee Benefits, view the extensive range here!

• Diverse and engaging career opportunities
• Friendly & supportive team
• Flexible working hours
• Salary packaging options
• Career progression in our teaching hospitals

Next Steps

Apply online if you feel we are a good match, you have the skills and qualities to make a difference, and are eligible to work in Australia.

We review all applications when we receive them, and we notify unsuccessful candidates.

If you are shortlisted, we will be in touch to arrange an interview, and you must complete a National Police Check (which we will pay for). 

Good to know:

• We are an equal opportunity employer and actively promote equality for people of all races, ethnicities, gender identities, sexual orientations, and for people living with disability – within the communities we serve and our Eastern Health team.
• We provide a culturally safe and welcoming environment for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander employees.
• As a child-safe organisation, we ensure child safety and wellbeing is embedded in our everyday culture.
• Vaccination and screening for immunity to vaccine-preventable disease is a mandatory requirement of this role.
• Advertising may end before the closing date.
• We do not accept recruitment agency application

If you are a current Eastern Health employee please ensure you log in with your internal Eastern Health account to apply for this or other roles.

Please click here for position description 

Contact Person: Rebecca Nicks

Contact Number: 0419594899

Contact Email: Rebecca.Nicks@easternhealth.org.au

Job Posting End Date: 30/05/2025

Need help submitting your application?

Just contact the Hiring Manager in the advertisement or call the Talent Acquisition Team on (03) 9955 7555 (Option 1) 

Our Values in Action:

Respect for all | Safe always | Partnering in care | Learning and improving every day