Occupational Therapist – Inpatient Acute

Wollongong Private Hospital, Wollongong

• Permanent part time (8-16 hours per week) or casual roles available!
• Flexible work hours/days (supportive of school hours)
• Option to increase hours if clinically indicated!

The Opportunity

You will work as part of a diverse Allied Health Team consisting of Physiotherapists, Dieticians, Social Workers, Speech Pathologists and Discharge Planners.

In this role, you will be exposed to a varied clinical caseload utilising your skills in:

• Cognitive assessments
• Neurological assessments
• Falls prevention
• Equipment prescription
• Functional assessments
• Group therapy and
• Pressure area care.

This role is set within the acute hospital environment at Wollongong Private Hospital. The opportunity to work within the rehabilitation setting at Figtree Private Hospital is also available.

About you

Selection Criteria

• Minimum 1-year clinical experience, ideally in the hospital setting
• Current and unconditional AHPRA registration as an Occupational Therapist
• Proven ability to independently manage a patient caseload
• Demonstrated excellent organisational skills and effective communication skills with a multi-disciplinary team
• Highly developed assessment and intervention skills
• Evidence of ability to identify clinically appropriate interventions and implement evidence-based practice into service development   

Remuneration:  On offer is a base hourly rate ranging from $37.15 - $53.80 + superannuation, based on experience level and qualifications, exclusive of penalties or allowances.

The Hospital

Wollongong Private Hospital is a 171-bed private hospital operated by Australia's largest private hospital operator, Ramsay Health Care,  set in the heart of Wollongong's Medical Precinct.  It features state of the art equipment, facilities and patient services setting a benchmark for healthcare facilities in the Illawarra.

Ramsay Health Care is committed to Child Safety.  Details of our commitment are set out in our Code of Conduct, available at www.ramsayhealth.com

What’s in it for you?

Professional Advancement: Recognition, Rewards, Professional Development, and Employee referral programs. Free access to LinkedIn Learning, education scholarships and the Ramsay Leadership Academy to support career progression.

Discounts: Hospital, Allied Health & Pharmacy discounts - you’ll pay less for hospital cover and receive higher extras limits for things like General and Major Dental.

Health and Wellbeing: Flexible work opportunities with the ability to have a say in your roster, Flexible Leave Program, and a free Employee Assistance Program offering access to confidential counselling, coaching and support.

Leisure/Social/Financial: Discounts for leisure travel with selected Hotels, salary sacrifice opportunities e.g., airport lounge membership, self-education expenses, novated leasing and more.

*Please note casual employees may not be eligible for all benefits. 

Requirements

• Must provide a National Police check conducted within the previous 12 months
• According to the role, Ramsay may require a Working-With-Children check and proof of immunisation against infectious diseases, which may include Covid-19.

To Apply

All applications must be lodged online. Applications made by recruitment agencies will not be considered.

If you have any enquiries regarding this opportunity, please contact Sian Willis, Allied Health Manager on  4286 1261  or via email at williss@ramsayhealth.com.au