Do you want to be a part of
a team that promotes and improves the health of its people and
community?
This vacancy is for Permanent
Full-Time / Part-Time, Fixed Term Full-Time / Part-Time and Casual
appointments. Fixed Term appointments will be made with the
possibility of extension(s) and/or permanency. Job Share
arrangements may be considered.
We currently have 1.0 FTE available
for appointment, following the recruitment process.
What is our Senior Occupational Therapist
role?
Due to new initiatives and staff movements, Osborne Park
Hospital has multiple Senior Occupational Therapy positions on the
horizon and are seeking experienced OTs to join our
well-established service.
As a Senior Occupational Therapist (OT) across our
Sir Charles Gairdner Osborne Park Hospital Group, you will
be providing Occupational Therapy assessment, intervention and
discharge planning services for inpatients and/or out-patients as
part of a multidisciplinary team across specialty clinical areas,
including:
- Geriatric Acute Rehabilitation Medicine (GARM)
- Inpatient (sub-acute and rehabilitation)
- Day Therapy Unit (Falls, Memory, Parkinson’s)
- Hospital Avoidance (Frailty Rapid Access Clinic,
Rapid Response Service)
- Older Adult Health Hub
- Stroke Rehabilitation (Inpatient, Outpatient, Early
Supported Discharge)
- Department of Rehabilitation Medicine (DRM)
- Inpatient
- Outpatient Under 65s
- Amputee
- Surgical Services
- 7 Day Service – inpatient and rapid response weekend
and,
- Community Aids and Equipment Programme (CAEP).
Consider applying if you would like:
- To work in a respected, patient-centred hospital, in a
rapidly growing, dynamic department
- To work within a team that values care, respect,
innovation, teamwork, and integrity, promoting a positive and
collaborative workplace culture
- A Coordinator/ Leadership team committed to enabling and
supporting you towards your career goals
- Opportunities to be involved in quality improvement
projects and clinical research, fostering a culture of
continuous improvement and innovation; and
- A comprehensive internal education program and support for
your professional development.
This role reports to an Occupational Therapy Coordinator.
While your qualifications and experience tell us part of your
story, your values and attitude speak louder still. At NMHS, we aim
to ensure our behaviours reflect our core values: Care, Respect,
Innovation, Teamwork and Integrity. During the selection
process you will be assessed on your ability to fulfil the
responsibilities of this position while upholding our values.
What we offer
NMHS supports flexible working practices and consideration will
be given to flexible work options, where operationally appropriate.
In addition to the great salary, our employees enjoy an amazing
range of benefits (North
Metropolitan Health Service - Pay and Benefits) including:
- Generous salary packaging to increase take-home pay
- Professional and career development opportunities
- Diverse and inclusive culture
Want to know more about this role?
We encourage you to contact Lisa Barry, OT Coordinator on
08 6457 8118 or via email lisa.barry@health.wa.gov.au
to discuss how this role aligns with your personal and career
interests.
We think you’ll like it here
Our employees like working here, and we think you will too.
Watch this video to find out what they have to say.
Ready to join our team?
Applicants are required to apply online www.jobs.wa.gov.au so
allow enough time to complete the online application process and
attach your documentation. If you experience difficulties,
please contact Employee Services on 13 44 77 for immediate
assistance during business hours.
The JDF is attached for reference. Your application should
include:
- A Cover Letter (maximum 3
pages) addressing essential criteria 3, 6 and 7
(only), including examples from your area of clinical
specialty.
- A detailed Resume outlining your
qualifications, skills and relevant experience.
- References - the names and contact
details of two (2) referees. It is preferable for one of your
referees to have been a recent supervisor.
Applicants must ensure their nominated referees are available to
provide references when requested, as failure to do so may result
in them being deemed unsuitable.
Interviews are currently planned to be conducted in
early June 2026.
Eligibility to Apply: Australian
citizenship or permanent residency is an essential requirement for
applicants to be considered for permanent positions in the public
sector. To be eligible for a fixed term appointment you must have
documentary evidence of your entitlement to live and work in
Australia for the period of the contract.
WA Health engages staff in positions of trust and
responsibility. WA Health policies require applicants to undertake
a criminal records screening and integrity checking as part of the
appointment process. As well as undertaking a criminal record
screening and integrity checking, you may also be required to
undertake a working with children check (if required for the role)
and a pre-employment health assessment. We may ask referees to
comment on your integrity and past demonstration of ethical
behaviour. Please note that adverse information does not
necessarily disqualify an applicant but will be considered as part
of the appointment process.
North Metropolitan Health Service (NMHS) fosters an environment
of equity and inclusion and strives to ensure everyone experiences
a sense of belonging. We celebrate the rich diversity of our
community and are committed to recruiting a team that is reflective
of those we care for. We encourage anyone who aligns with our
values of Respect, Integrity, Teamwork, Innovation and Care to
apply for this role.
NMHS is committed to growing the Aboriginal workforce as a part
of our Aboriginal Health and Wellbeing Strategy. As a measure
to achieve equality, Section 51 of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984
applies to this position.
NMHS upholds the social model of disability. We welcome
applicants who have disability and endeavour to support reasonable
workplace adjustments and flexibility. If you have any access needs
or require adjustments to participate in the recruitment process,
please contact the NMHS Talent Attraction Group (TAG) at
email nmhs.talent@health.wa.gov.au.
Lodgement is system generated. Any submissions after or
on, 4:00pm on the closing date will not be accepted.
We look forward to receiving your
application.
