Hand Therapy Occupational Therapist Grade 2

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• Full-time, fixed-term until June 2026. Job share considered.
• $90,235.60 - $103,724.40 /per year (pro rata), depending on classification level, with salary packaging options 
• Build leadership skills with peer support programs, professional development and portfolio responsibilities  

Austin Health is the major provider of tertiary health services, health professional education and research across three campuses in the north-east of Melbourne and state-wide.  We have a highly engaged, diverse and collaborative workforce that is unified by our purpose, which is to help people live healthy and fulfilled lives.

About Occupational Therapy

Our Occupational Therapy department at Austin Health is a bustling hub of patient-centred care, continuous improvement, professional growth and supportive career structures. Our focus is on wellbeing, evidence-based service improvement, sustainable workforce, and growth and development.  

About the role  

Based in the outpatient’s hand therapy team at Heidelberg Repatriation Hospital, you will provide evidence-based service delivery to clients with traumatic, chronic and post-operative conditions affecting their hand function. This role will join our collaborative and welcoming team where you'll have the opportunity to work in a supportive culture where high-quality supervision and on-the-job skills training are priority, enabling you to excel in your role and continue your professional growth.  

A regular  day will see you:  

• Deliver excellent clinical care: You will complete person-centred assessments and interventions to achieve positive patient outcomes in collaboration with a multi-disciplinary team.  
• Participate in quality supervision and training: You will receive routine clinical supervision and have access to quality teaching from experienced staff. You will be supported to deliver clinical supervision and training to grade 1 OT staff.  
• Contribute to a positive workplace culture that prioritises wellbeing and personal growth  
• Contribute to continuous improvement: Collaborate on research, quality improvement or clinical education initiatives your service area, under the guidance of a leadership team that pushes boundaries to deliver exceptional patient care.  

Our five diverse streams - Outpatients, Acute, Aged Care, Rehabilitation, and Better@Home - offer endless opportunities to refine your skills and expand your horizons. You'll find inspiration, growth, and a sense of belonging within our team.  

About you

You will be someone who has excellent communication skills, with a strong commitment to excellence in patient care. You’ll bring energy and drive to your work, and have a keen interest in developing your skillset.

To be successful in this role, you'll bring with you:

• Developed clinical experience in a hand therapy setting  
• A passion to become, and develop others to be the best OT you can be  
• Effective self-management skills which enable you to flourish in a dynamic environment  
• A collaborative spirit and a commitment to building strong relationships  
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills  

Our benefits

Working at Austin Health means enjoying a strong sense of purpose, engaging in meaningful work every day.  Our people also receive a variety of rewarding benefits, including:

• Greater take-home pay through generous salary packaging benefits, for living expenses, meals and holiday accommodation
• A suite of wellness initiatives designed to support you, including discounts on fitness memberships and health insurance, and a comprehensive wellbeing program
• Mentoring and career development opportunities
• Onsite childcare, easy access via public transport, car parking and end of journey facilities for cyclists

Work with us!

We are committed to cultural safety and health equity for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander People. We celebrate, value, and include people of all backgrounds, genders, identities, cultures, bodies, and abilities. We welcome and support applications from talented people identifying as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander, people with disability, neurodiverse people, LGBTQIA+ and people of all ages and cultures.

If you feel this role is right for you, we encourage your early application. Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and interviews may take place prior to the closing date. This means we reserve the right to close a job ad prior to the advertised closing date.

All appointments are made subject to a satisfactory National Police Check and if required, a Working With Children Check. If you require any reasonable adjustments to the recruitment process, you are welcome to reach out to the hiring manager: Carol Davis, Occupational Therapist G4, Carol.DAVIS@austin.org.au

Interested in finding out more about this opportunity? Read the position description for further details.

Application closing date: Friday 11 July 2025