Senior Occupational Therapist for Gold Coast FT-NDIS

$90-110k Package, Permanent – Full-time

About the client:
Our client is a growing organisation at the forefront of delivering high-quality, compassionate home therapy services to clients in the community. Our dedicated team of Physiotherapists, Occupational Therapists, and Exercise Physiologists provides care to individuals with disabilities and the elderly, both in their homes and within residential facilities.

They are committed to fostering a positive and supportive culture within our multidisciplinary team. We offer our therapists significant autonomy, allowing for greater learning and job satisfaction. We prioritise the well-being of our team members, ensuring they receive the support they need and enjoy a stress-free work environment.

About Your Role:
We are seeking a Senior Occupational Therapist to join our team on a full-time basis. The ideal candidate will have a diverse range of experience, including working in a senior role, preferably within a community setting. Key qualities for the ideal candidate include:

• A strong team player
• Caring and compassionate approach
• Ability to provide high-quality clinical care to clients
• Fun, enthusiastic, and engaging personality
• A supportive leader who can guide and mentor the current OT team

What's on Offer:

• Attractive Remuneration and Benefits: Competitive salary package with travel allowance, smartphone, laptop, and company car option for full-time staff.
• Professional Development: Financial support for tailored professional development, aligned with your individual career goals.
• Work-Life Balance: Join a mobile therapy service provider offering flexible "Work From Home" options and autonomy in planning your day when not on the road.
• Care & Support: Enjoy ongoing care and support, with the assurance that no Vista Healthcare staff lost time or pay during the COVID-19 restrictions.
• Career Progression: Be part of a rapidly growing organization with opportunities for both personal and professional growth.

Responsibilities:

• As a Senior Occupational Therapist, you will:
• Provide leadership, support, and mentoring to junior OT team members.
• Conduct client assessments and therapy for a diverse range of clients, from pediatric to adult, based on your experience and interests.
• Address both clinical and non-clinical challenges in day-to-day practice.
• Engage in ongoing professional development activities, applying your skills to various clinical situations.
• Demonstrate strong clinical reasoning across a wide range of conditions.
• Collaborate with multiple stakeholders to ensure comprehensive patient care.

Key Requirements:

• Have a minimum of 2 years’ experience as an Occupational Therapist with at least 12 months in Community setting
• Experience working with NDIS and DVA clients preferred
• Demonstrate a passion for continuing to learn and grow in both a clinical and non-clinical perspective.
• Demonstrate a willingness to progress your career from a clinical perspective if required.
• Strong written communication skills.
• Be able to work independently.
• Be able to provide clinical supervision to other staff if required and based on experience level.
• Be confident in your role while being open to feedback.
• Have current AHPRA registration.
• Have a current driver’s license and your own car (option of company car for Full Time staff)
• Have the necessary checks or be willing to obtain as required?
• Public hospital and/or NDIS experience will be highly desired.
• AHPRA registration as an Occupational Therapist (Preferred)

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