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Our Values: Care is our passion. People are our business. Excellence is our standard. Growth is our ambition.
The Role:
As part of our Allied Health Team, the Occupational Therapist will primarily work in the inpatient rehabilitation ward and day therapy clinic. Responsibilities include functional assessments, re-training, equipment prescription, education, group facilitation, home assessments, and simple modifications. The caseload includes orthopaedic, amputee, neurological, frail elderly, and post-medical illness rehabilitation, with referrals from the Acute and oncology units for cognitive screening, pressure care, and safety assessments. There is also an opportunity to provide education in weekly joint clinics.
Essential Criteria:
* Current registration with the Occupational Therapy Board of Australia (via AHPRA)
* Excellent communication skills (written and verbal)
* Ability to manage a varied caseload
* Teamwork skills
* Current NSW driver’s license
* Proficiency in Occupational Therapy service provision
Desirable Criteria:
* Experience in community cancer care
* Rehabilitation experience
* Experience in group therapy settings
Why choose Forster Private Hospital?
* Part of Healthe Care Group
* Supportive multidisciplinary team focused on measurable outcomes
* High patient satisfaction scores
* Competitive remuneration
* Paid parental leave
* Novated Lease Opportunities
* Wellbeing programs including Fitness Passport and discounted private health insurance
Forster Private Hospital is a 64-bed facility offering Medical, Surgical, Rehabilitation, and Oncology services. Located 2 hours north of Newcastle, it boasts natural landscapes, beaches, lakes, and rivers, with many outdoor activities and a friendly community. Facilities include two Operating Theatres, a gymnasium, and a state-of-the-art Hydrotherapy Pool. We offer competitive salaries, flexible rostering, free staff parking, and professional development support.
All applications must address the essential criteria and include a cover letter and resume sent to Allied Health Manager, Daniel Griffin, at [email protected]
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