Occupational Therapist Senior (Geriatric Evaluation and Rapid Intervention),...

Department of Health - Queensland

Rockhampton, Rockhampton and Capricorn Coast QLD

Physiotherapy, OT and Rehabilitation (Healthcare and Medical)

Government - State (Government and Defence)

Contract/Temp, Casual/Vacation, Full time

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Shape the future of aged care in our fast-paced Emergency Department, where your expertise as a Senior Occupational Therapist can redefine recovery for our most vulnerable elderly patients.

You’ll lead functional assessments and coordinate rapid interventions for frail older adults, empowering safe, timely discharges and seamless transitions of care. Working alongside a multidisciplinary team, you’ll contribute to early assessment, home-based follow-up, and training initiatives that uplift clinical capability across the region.

This temporary role until 2027 offers the chance to innovate and influence best practice in emergency aged care. Apply now!

About us:

The Gladstone and Banana Allied Health Clinical Network consists of six on site Health Practitioner professions: Occupational Therapy, Speech Pathology, Physiotherapy, Nutrition and Dietetics, Psychology and Social Work. In addition to the generalist services provided, the Allied Health professions provide two targeted service areas, namely developmental paediatrics and cancer care.

About the role:

The Occupational Therapist Senior will deliver an innovative, integrated, high quality and evidenced-based model of care for frail older patients with complex health care needs presenting to the Emergency Department of the Gladstone Hospital.

About you:

The successful applicant must hold a tertiary degree in Occupational Therapy qualification from a recognised tertiary institution.

Current registration as an Occupational Therapist with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) and a current annual practising certificate are mandatory for this position.

What we offer:

Total remuneration value of up to 157,359 is comprised of:

An hourly rate between 64.64 - 69.55 p.h.

12.75% employer superannuation contribution

17.5% leave loading

Additional Benefits

Ongoing Professional Development and Education Opportunities

Flexible Work-Life Balance and Variety

Generous Salary Sacrificing Options

Paid Parental Leave

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Discounted Private Health Insurance

Fitness Passport

Vaccine Preventable Diseases (VPD) requirements:

It is a condition of employment for this role for the employee to be, and remain, vaccinated against vaccine preventable diseases as listed on the Role Description.

How to apply:

To apply, please submit the following:

Your current CV or resume, including referees.

A cover letter (1-2 pages) addressing how your experience, skills and values align with the key responsibilities and expectations outlined in the Role Description.

Any additional forms / evidence as attached or listed on the Role Description.

Please note pre-employment checks will be carried out on applicants recommended for appointment/employment which may include confirming your qualifications, professional registration/s, previous employment history (including any previous disciplinary action), criminal history, Australian work status and vaccination requirements.

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Contact Recruitment.CentralQueensland@health.qld.gov.au