Title:  Occupational Therapist - Grade 3

Occupational Therapist – Grade 3  

• Subacute caseload | Wantirna Health, Eastern Health 

• Part Time or Full time position | 5 weeks’ leave | temporary role until September 2027   

Are you a qualified & passionate OT looking for a new challenge? Come join Eastern Health!   

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 specialising in complex discharge planning for NDIS participants.  This senior role focuses on supporting NDIS participants to discharge from hospital, requiring advanced clinical reasoning, high-level coordination, and strong advocacy skills.  You will play a critical leadership role in navigating the interface between health and disability systems, within a strong multidisciplinary team, driving solutions to enable safe and timely discharges. 

The successful applicant will also be involved in supervising staff and students and service development projects. 

About you  

To be successful in this role you will possess: 

• AHPRA Registration    

• Demonstrated clinical expertise in subacute occupational therapy; strong understanding of NDIS processes 

• A strong commitment to high quality, values-based care    

• Strong commitment to interdisciplinary teamwork and client centred practice 

•  Advanced skills in clinical reasoning, stakeholder engagement, negotiation, and advocacy 

• A commitment to improving outcomes for diverse and vulnerable populations 

• Excellent supervision skills  

• Excellent communication and organisational 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. 

Those that are offered and/or start between January and April do not require an up-to-date vaccination for Influenza to progress providing they are aware of its requirement later in the year. Those that are offered and/or start between May and December require the up to date Influenza vaccination prior to offer. 

What we offer 

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

• Mentor program  

• Study and professional development leave  

• Friendly & supportive teams 

• Commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion  

• Fitness Passport for work-life balance  

• Employee Assistance program accessible for you and your loved ones  

• Flexible working hours and excellent entitlements  

• Salary packaging options and an employee benefits scheme  

• Access to Private Health Insurance offers  

• Digital upskilling, such as excel and Power-Bi training  

• Cafes at all of our 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. 

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.