Senior Occupational Therapist

$100,000 - $120,000 p.a. + super + pd allowance

At Healthcore, we believe in transforming lives through innovative therapy solutions! With growing demand for our expertise, we're seeking a Senior Occupational Therapist to join our vibrant community. If you have a passion for helping others, enjoy mentoring, and want to be part of a collaborative team we'd love to hear from you!

About Healthcore

Our dedicated team of mobile allied health professionals are passionate about making a meaningful impact throughout the healthcare industry, providing uncompromising services to clients throughout metropolitan South Australia, across the NDIS, Aged Care, and Corporate Health sectors. We offer a supportive, friendly and inclusive environment that values everyone’s contribution to ensure our multi-disciplinary services to clients are exceptional.

About the Role

As a Senior Occupational Therapist, you will support a growing team of Occupational Therapists focussed on delivering high-quality, person-centred care designed to support clients to achieve their goals. You will work as part of a multi-disciplinary team focussed on delivering services across the age spectrum. Your caseload will align wherever possible with your clinical preferences, expertise and goals. As a leader, we enable you time to provide clinical leadership and mentorship to the Occupational Therapy Team, supporting the delivery of safe, evidenced based, high-quality, person-centred care.

Key responsibilities

• Client Assessment: conduct comprehensive Occupational Therapy assessments and reports and develop personalised evaluations and treatment plans.
• Intervention Planning: design and implement evidence-based therapeutic programs to enhance clients' ability to perform daily activities and improve their quality of life.
• Supervision and Mentorship: provide guidance, supervision and mentorship to Occupational Therapists, including overseeing their clinical practice and facilitating professional development.
• Collaboration: work closely with multi-disciplinary teams, to ensure coordinated and holistic care for clients.
• Documentation: maintain accurate and timely records of client assessments, treatment plans, and progress notes in accordance with legal and ethical standards.
• Quality Improvement: participate in quality assurance and improvement activities to enhance service delivery and client outcomes.
• Research and Evidence-Based Practice: stay updated on the latest research and incorporate this into the daily practice of both yourself and the Occupational Therapy team members you support.

Key selection criteria

Our ideal candidate will need to hold/demonstrate:

• Tertiary qualification in Occupational Therapy
• Minimum 3 years’ demonstrated experience working with clients funded via the NDIS and preparing Functional Capacity Assessments (FCA’s)
• Experience in providing paediatric as well as adult therapeutic care
• Current AHPRA registration
• National Police Check
• NDIS Worker Screening Check and SA Working with Children Check
• Current First Aid & CPR certificate
• Excellent written communication, time management, and organisational skills
• A genuine passion for making a positive difference in clients’ lives
• An ability to work independently and in a multi-disciplinary team environment
• A commitment to professional development and continuous improvement
• A current Australian driver’s license, appropriate insurance, and a reliable vehicle
• Right to work in Australia
• Up-to-date Covid-19 vaccinations

What we offer!

• Competitive and attractive above-award remuneration based on experience.
• Continuous training and professional development opportunities and support
• Up to $1,500 p.a. allowance for professional development
• Become part of our Employee Benefits Program, giving you exclusive access to discounts and special offers, such as fuel, electronics and groceries.
• Dedicated management and administration team to manage all referrals, appointments, and caseload scheduling so you can focus on providing high quality care and providing clinical support. This also means you don't need to worry about scheduling appointments or managing your own diary!
• Home workstation, including laptop and additional monitor(s) provided
• Enjoy the benefits of Healthcore’s Well-being Program that involves regular gatherings, team building activities, and check-in meetings that aim to support everyone and ensure they are fulfilled in their roles.
• Be part of an experienced team that values your development through the sharing of knowledge and experience.
• Flexible employment arrangements including working from home to support work-life balance.

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