Occupational Therapist - Dalby QLD (JOB -10003559)

• Ready for a dynamic career where everyday brings new challenges?
• Are you passionate about contributing to healthcare improvements?
• Attractive & competitive base wage with bonus scheme to reward clinical excellence

Job Title:  Occupational Therapist - Dalby Queensland

Practice Information:
This modern allied health practice has a large team of qualified staff from various allied health disciplines. This organisation has been servicing rural and remote parts of Queensland and New South Wales for over ten years and believe that health services should be available to all Australians, no matter where they live. Their staff are committed to providing high-quality, affordable and culturally appropriate services. The team of allied health professionals work together to provide you with high quality care that meets your individual needs and helps you improve your health and achieve your goals. They offer the following allied health services:

• Physiotherapy
• Exercise Physiology
• Nutrition and Dietetics
• Podiatry
• Speech Pathology
• Occupational Therapy
• Diabetes Education
• Sleep Study & CPAP Services
• Stress Testing

The organisation has offices located in Roma, Chinchilla, Dalby, St George, Goondiwindi, Kingaroy, Charleville, Inverell and Glen Innes, and from these locations they provide outreach services to the smaller towns in the region.

Position Description:
This organisation is looking for Occupational Therapists to join their multi-disciplinary team.  

• Ready for a dynamic career where everyday brings new challenges?
• Are you passionate about contributing to healthcare improvements?
• Explore exciting opportunities now in Dalby – where your dream job awaits!

About the opportunity on offer:
The responsibilities of an Occupational Therapist include, but are not confined to:

• Assessing and designing personalised intervention services and therapy plans for various needs including paediatrics, home modifications, vocational rehabilitation, disability, neurological rehabilitation, and aged care
• Collaborating with allied health professionals and local primary healthcare teams to achieve client goals
• Prepare and present information sessions for educators, parents and/or other professionals
• Provide services under the NDIS, DVA, WC, Medicare, PHN, Checkup, Aged Care Packages among others
• Actively engage in weekly multi-disciplinary case conferences for complex NDIS clients
• Deliver hands-on therapy and coach clients in alternative techniques to advance motor skills, coordination, balance, and mobility
• Facilitating transformative advancements in rural healthcare and community education by actively engaging in events and providing authoritative leadership on social media within the field of Occupational Therapy
• Create and execute plans for clients aimed at enhancing their daily routines and tasks
• Contribute to internal PD in areas of interest, dependent on experience level

Why work for this organisation?

• Comprehensive clinical development & support across all career stages
• Opportunities for multiple levels of professional development
• Internal workshops include opportunities for peer support through activities like river cruises, vineyard tours, and mentorship from leading national Occupational Therapist
• Relocation & rental support provided
• Flexible rosters as this organisation loves work-life balance
• Career advancement opportunities
• Community involvement (local social events and activities)
• Exciting travel opportunities within clinics
• Be apart of a dynamic team collaboration where you will get to work alongside talented and motivated individuals who cultivate teamwork

Who they are looking for:

• You're looking for a supportive environment to grow into leadership positions or clinical excellence in an interest area of your choice
• You're passionate about enhancing services in rural, remote, and indigenous communities to make a meaningful impact with your career
• You are enthusiastic about joining a dynamic team deeply dedicated to their work
• You thrive on challenges and are able to adapt to changing situations and environments You are driven by the prospect of engaging with diverse, multi-disciplinary clients
• You are looking for an organisation that prioritises support, professional development & team culture
• You're confident in clinical decision-making and problem-solving in paediatric therapy

Join The Organisation’s Mission:
As a multi-disciplinary Allied Health clinic founded in a rural area, they aim to improve rural access to allied health services by listening to community needs and providing services that meet those needs. The organisation enjoys debunking myths about rural practice and prides itself on its extensive clinical experience, multi-disciplinary innovation, and person-centered approach to therapy.

Qualifications & Experience:

• 3+ years of experience managing a clinical caseload
• Degree in Occupational Therapy
• Current AHPRA registration
• Current Australian drivers license

Job Type:
Permanent – Full Time

Salary Information:
90,000 - $130,000 per annum. 

About Dalby:
Dalby is a town in Queensland's Western Downs Region, located about 210 km west of Brisbane. With a population of about 12,000, it serves as an agricultural hub, growing crops like cotton, sorghum, and wheat, and supporting cattle and sheep farming. The town has schools, hospitals, shops, and recreational areas, and it hosts community events like the Dalby Show and the Dalby Australian Stock Horse Sale. Its proximity to regional centers and the Bunya Mountains National Park makes Dalby a convenient location for both residents and visitors.

For more information on this position please contact our team.

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Following successful placement, eligible candidates may be entitled to receive support and financial assistance through Health Workforce Queensland's comprehensive workforce attraction and retention incentives. This position may be eligible for a scholarship or bursary for ongoing professional development.

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