Occupational Therapy Jobs Australia

LOCUM OPPORTUNITIES

QUEENSLAND

Job No. 6052
Our client a private practise based in a city that lies approximately 385 kilometres north of Brisbane and 15 kilometres inland from the coast are in need of a locum OT to start on 3rd November until 30th January 09. The hours of work will be Monday to Friday 8.30-5pm only no weekend work will be required.
 
A small shared practice with 3 OT’s offering services including hand and upper limb, DVA and mobility, mental health and paediatrics. Each OT is a sole trader and has their own room in a shared paediatric/group treatment area. The bulk of referrals are from local GP’s and Specialists, there area also 3 administrative staff employed supporting 2 OT’s separately. The type of skills that will be required from candidates will be previous experience in adult mental health environment would be advantageous as well as paediatric experience will be highly regarded.
 
A fantastic hourly rate is on offer for all suitable candidates as well as accommodation will be provided.
 
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Job No. 6045
A generalist position with experience in outpatient, community and acute care environments is advantageous but need not be all three as caseload is able to be changed to match experience. The hours of work will be 0800am to 1630 Monday to Friday.  The OT department at Gladstone covers the acute medical/surgical ward of 29 beds as well as servicing Gladstone and the surrounding community. The OT department has provision to employ 2 full time OT’s, and is in the process of having access to an allied health assistant.  
 
The role is varied and includes:  ward work - being part of the multi disciplinary team, initial assessments, completing standardized cognitive assessments, scar management and prescription of compression garments, hand therapy and the fabrication of splints, home assessments, minor and major housing modifications, patient education and advocacy, involvement in cardiac rehab group and persistent pain management programme, paediatrics – developmental delay, encopresis. The variety of work  is challenging, enjoyable and means that no day is the same. There will be accommodation and travel provided and an excellent $$$ offered
 
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NEW SOUTH WALES

Job No. 6305
Locum OT required for this role in the north west of NSW working with another OT as well as allied health professionals in a community outreach team.  This role is based at a large regional health care campus and also services 2 other regional NSW towns.  The role is also based clinically in mental health.  Application should have experience in mental health OT.  The role is to commence in January 2009 and applicants who can make a commitment of 4-6 months will be highly regarded.  Accommodation onsite can be provided at no cost.

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Job No. 6024
Our client part of the Greater Western Area Health Service located on the edge of the NSW outback require a locum or permanent Occupational Therapist. The role is available until end of January 2009 and longer if the candidate wishes to continue, located on the border with South Australia in the Barrier Range. The closest major capital city is Adelaide and the town has been called the Silver City, and the Oasis of the West.
 
The hours of work are Monday to Friday from 830am - 430pm no weekend work required, the role will involve ideally paediatric experience in 0-6 year olds and school transition, with diagnosis including ASD, DCD, physical and intellectual disabilities. Although for short term locums there is community adult caseload (including home modifications and equipment prescription) or acute medical and surgical interventions (including aged, orthopaedic, fast stream rehab) work available too depending on the candidates experience which would determine the clinical area.
 
 
An excellent opportunity to live and experience the Outback as well as earn top $$$ with accommodation and travel paid for at no cost. If this sounds like you for a short or long term contract please register with your resume today.

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Job No. 5974
Our client a public hospital in South West Sydney requires a Grade 2  Occupational Therapist locum for a period of 4-5 months (negotiable). The Grade 2 Occupational Therapist is responsible for the organisation of an effective and efficient Occupational Therapy service within the allocated clinical grouping. This encompasses ensuring effective and efficient entry, assessment, treatment planning, treatment implementation, evaluation and separation of patients/clients. The Grade 2 Therapist is also responsible for undertaking designated administrative tasks necessary to support service delivery. The Occupational Therapist will maintain a caseload commensurate with the supervision, administration and planning responsibilities for Occupational Therapy services, while working as part of a multidisciplinary team.
 

The candidate will be competent in dealing with complex case management issues as well as be responsible for the supervision of staff and students within the clinical group or as assigned. The OT must be willing to participate in continuing professional development activities and research activities into clinical practice areas. Some of the challenges include managing a diversity of clinical presentations within agreed time frames; Providing client centred occupational therapy services to a diverse population; and Working in a complex health care setting managing service and client needs.
 
All candidates MUST have a degree in Occupational Therapy, have extensive, relevant clinical competence - in the area of Acute Medicine and demonstrate commitment to continuing professional education. An excellent support network is available from other Allied Health staff as well as Senior OT with a fantastic remuneration package.
 
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Job No. 5529
A private health and aged care facility in Young, which is situated in the South West region of southern New South Wales , just two (2) hours drive from the Canberra area.  The purpose of the position is to provide assessment for a broad range of paediatric and adult clients in the communities of Young, Harden and Boorowa. Adult & paediatric assessment, treatment, home programming and goal setting for groups and individuals is required. Communication skills need to be at the highest level as well as a willingness to participate in relevant community development projects.  Accommodation is available for singles as well as couples which would cost $10-$15 per night approximately. The role is initially for a 6 month period and depending on the candidates performance can lead to a permanent position. An excellent package is available for the right candidate.  Please register with your resume today for this fantastic opportunity.

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Job No. 5319
Our client a Community Health Service on the NSW Central Western slopes, Condobolin requires a locum Occupational Therapist to start as soon as possible for a period of three to six months. Condobolin is a country town of some 3500 people in NSW's Central West, located 99 km west of Parkes and 463 km west of Sydney.  The hours or work will be from 830am to 5pm Monday-Friday with no weekend work involved. The candidate will have some experience in aged care, paediatrics, and rehabilitation. There will be home visits required for home modification assessments.  The OT will be solo however an assistant physiotherapist may be available on request. Community Health Service has an outreach capacity where members of the team go to smaller sites often to provide their services.  There is accommodation and travel provided as well as a fantastic rate on offer.  Please register with your resume today. 

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VICTORIA

Job No. 6080
Our client a Community Health Centre located in Melbourne are in need of a locum Occupational Therapist to start as soon as possible until March 2009.Our client is Victorias Largest Not for Profit Disability Organisation require a Grade 2 OT who has experience in dealing with adults and kids that have difficulties in communicating (CommTec experience). The hours will be 4 days per week from 9-5 Monday to Friday. All candidates will have experience in dealing with Adults and kids, candidates with paediatric experience are welcome too.
 
Please register with your resume today for an excellent hourly $$$$.

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SOUTH AUSTRALIA

Job No. 5761
Our client a modern, comprehensive health unit, located on the western shores of the upper Spencer Gulf in South Australia 395kms from Adelaide require an Occupational Therapist to start February 09. The hospital comprises of 82 staffed beds and a 20 bed day surgery unit, there is an integrated community, mental health, domiciliary care, palliative care and allied health teams (including physiotherapy, occupational therapy and speech pathology) located on site and off site.  There are 2 positions available, one is on a permanent basis and the other is on a 12 month contract until August 2009, the candidate will be responsible for the provision of OT services to the Eyre Peninsula community. Candidates MUST have experience in Inpatients, Outpatients, Domiciliary Care, Paediatrics and Mental Health. Interstate travel may be required necessitating to occasional overnight stay. The role is on a 75 hours per fortnight basis with work required Monday to Friday.  An excellent salary is available for this role approximately $42-$58k depending on experience, together with the option of salary packaging.  Please register with your resume today.

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WESTERN AUSTRALIA

Job No. 6302
Locum role for OT based in Perth.  Our client will consider either a fulltime or a part time locum.  Applicants must have experience in dementia care.  This vacancy is available immediately and application who can make a commitment of more than 4 months will be highly regarded.

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Job No. 6300
Locum OT required at this large regional hospital on the north coast of WA working with other OT's and allied health staff on inpatients and outpatients.  Travel and accommodation can be provided.  OT's that can make a commitment of 3 months or longer will be highly regarded.

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TASMANIA 

Job No. 6304

More than one position available working with a state government service in Hobart, TAS.  OT's who have more than 5 years experience working with clients with physical sensory intellectual disabilities in the community are welcome to apply.  These contracts are from between 6 months and up to 2 years in length and are full time hours.  They are day work only, among a team of 14 allied health professionals. Contact us for further details.

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