Occupational Therapist

Job title : Occupational Therapist
Location : Victoria
Job type : Permanent or Full Time
Contact name : Audrey Middleton
Job reference : 1703916
Grade 2 Occupational Therapist
Acute Inpatient | Regional Victoria | Full-Time

A leading regional public health service in North West Victoria is seeking a Grade 2 Occupational Therapist to join its established Allied Health team within the acute inpatient setting.

Supporting a large regional community, this organisation employs over 900 staff across a 170+ bed health service delivering a broad range of acute, subacute and community-based services. With a strong focus on patient-centred care, multidisciplinary collaboration and professional development, this is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Occupational Therapist looking to step into a clinically rewarding and supportive environment.

The Role As a Grade 2 Occupational Therapist, you will play a key role in delivering high-quality occupational therapy services across an inpatient caseload while contributing to the development of the broader occupational therapy service.

Working within a multidisciplinary team, you will support patient recovery, functional independence and safe discharge planning, while also mentoring junior clinicians and students.

Key Responsibilities
  • Deliver comprehensive occupational therapy assessment and intervention for inpatient clients across acute and subacute settings
  • Develop and implement complex treatment plans based on evidence-based practice
  • Work collaboratively within the multidisciplinary team to support patient care and discharge planning
  • Provide clinical support and supervision to Grade 1 therapists, students and allied health assistants
  • Participate in ward rounds, case conferences and family meetings
  • Contribute to service development, quality improvement and department initiatives
  • Maintain high-quality clinical documentation and participate in departmental data monitoring
About You
To be successful in this role, you will bring:
  • AHPRA registration as an Occupational Therapist
  • A Bachelor of Occupational Therapy (or equivalent)
  • Demonstrated experience delivering clinical services consistent with a Grade 2 level
  • Strong skills in functional assessment, discharge planning and equipment prescription
  • Excellent communication and multidisciplinary teamwork skills
  • The ability to manage a complex caseload and prioritise effectively
Experience supervising students or junior clinicians will be highly regarded.

Why Join?

This organisation offers a collaborative environment where allied health clinicians are supported to grow professionally while delivering meaningful care to the community.
You’ll benefit from:
  • A supportive multidisciplinary team environment
  • Opportunities to mentor junior clinicians and students
  • Ongoing professional development and clinical education
  • The opportunity to contribute to service improvement and innovation
  • A rewarding regional lifestyle in a vibrant community
Apply if you are an experienced Occupational Therapist looking to step into a Grade 2 role within a supportive and progressive health service, we would love to hear from you.

Apply now or for a confidential discussion, contact Audrey Middleton via amiddleton@sharpandcarter.com.au