Occupational Therapist

About the role

We are now seeking a dynamic and flexible Occupational Therapist to join our fantastic Specialised Rehabilitation Program Team in a full time (80 hours / fortnight with ADO) temporary capacity for 12 months until June 2026.

The Specialised Rehabilitation Program (SRP) is integral to supporting the safe and timely discharge of patients from Western Health inpatient wards and ensuring that recovery of all clients is optimised. SRP works collaboratively with the Rehab at Home program, providing backfill and support to this bed substitution program. Service may therefore include same day or next day service to patients discharged from inpatient wards as part of the Rehab at Home program. Rehab at Home provides intensive rehabilitation to people discharged early from hospital.

Key responsibilities :

The Grade 2 Occupational Therapist will have a key role in providing and ensuring best-practice person centred, occupation-focused patient care and excellence in patient care for Specialised Rehabilitation Clients.

Position Description

About you :

To be successful in this role you will have :

• Appropriate recognised tertiary qualification and Registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) as eligible to practice as an Occupational Therapist
• Clinical experience working in the community or in a hospital
• Highly developed interpersonal, written and electronic communication skills
• Excellent organisational and time management skills
• Experience in student supervision
• Knowledge of and participation in continuous quality improvement processes
• Commitment to continuing professional development

About Western Health

Western Health is one of the largest healthcare providers in Victoria, caring for a vibrant, diverse and rapidly growing community of one million people in Melbourne’s western suburbs. With more than 13,000 staff, Western Health delivers 800,000+ occasions of care every year, providing high-quality, person-centred care across every life stage.

We provide a combination of hospital, community-based, at-home and in-reach services to aged, adult and paediatric patients and newborn babies. Specialties include

oncology, renal, mental health, women’s health and maternity, chronic diseases, geriatrics and cardiology.

We have remarkable strengths in chronic disease, complex care and developing innovative and sustainable healthcare solutions. Our experience at the coalface of healthcare delivery for some of Australia’s most culturally and socioeconomically diverse and vulnerable populations provides us with unique insights into the most pressing health challenges.

Western Health operates four acute public hospitals :  Sunshine Hospital (including Joan Kirner Women’s and Children’s), Footscray Hospital, Williamstown Hospital and Bacchus Marsh Hospital. We also operate Sunbury Community Hospital, Sunshine Mental Health and Wellbeing Centre, Melton Health and Community Services, Bacchus Marsh Community Health Centre, Caroline Springs Community Health Centre and Grant Lodge Residential Aged Care in Bacchus Marsh. Western Health also provides the primary healthcare service at the Dame Phyllis Frost Centre, a women’s prison located in Ravenhall.

Why join us?

Compensation and benefits

• Competitive salary packages aligned with market standards.
• Health and wellbeing programs, including flexible work arrangements.
• Scholarships and grants to support your continuous learning journey.

Learning and development opportunities

• Access the Western Health Learning Academy (WHA) for personalised learning pathways.
• Professional growth programs, including postgraduate studies and clinical education.
• Mentorship and career support.

Community impact and inclusion

• Make a meaningful difference in patients’ lives through compassionate care.
• Join a workforce that champions diversity and inclusion.
• Engage in community wellbeing initiatives and groundbreaking healthcare research.

Organisational culture and environment

• Thrive in a collaborative, compassionate and innovative team environment.
• Be part of a culture that celebrates continuous improvement and excellence in healthcare.

Ready to make an impact?

If you’re passionate about supporting patients in your community, we’d love to hear from you. Simply click on the “apply” button and follow the prompts.

If you are currently employed at Western Health, please ensure you sign in through the 'Employee Login' via the external Careers Page or access the Careers Page via the intranet before applying.

Closing date : 15 July 2025.

Enquiries : For further information about this role, contact

Western Health is an equal opportunity employer committed to attracting and retaining diversity in our workforce. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.

Western Health is committed to providing a safe environment for the children and young people who are involved in our services, sites and operations. We follow and abide by all legislative requirements to keep children and young people safe.

All appointments are made subject to a satisfactory Police Record Check, an Immunisation Status Clearance and a Working with Children Check (if applicable).

Western Health does not accept unsolicited resumes / applications from recruitment agencies.

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