Occupational Therapist - Wagga Wagga (Incentives Offered)

*This position qualifies for incentives under the NSW Rural Health Workforce Incentive Scheme, including up to $5,000 or $10,000 sign on bonus, and up to $5,000 or $10,000 each year (incentive value dependent on full-time equivalent, position and location). Find out more here

Employment Type: Permanent Part Time

Position Classification: Occupational Therapist - Level 3

Remuneration: $108,595.00 - $112,114.00 per annum, pro rata (+ super + 17.5% leave loading where applicable)

Hours per Week: up to 24

Requisition ID: REQ522881

Applications Close: 02 November 2024

Vaccination Category: A

Outstanding Experiences. Infinite Opportunities.

Here in the Riverina, we treasure your skills and experience and we’re ready to roll out the red carpet to welcome you to town.

We’ve prepared oodles of goodies to help you move and settle in, including:

• Up to $5k sign on bonus + $5k rolling annual bonus (incentive value dependent on full-time equivalent, position and location). Find out more here!
• Relocation assistance and accommodation support considerations
• Subsidised gym and leisure centre membership for you and your family
• Free confidential counselling services for you and your family
• Flexible working arrangements, choose your own hours!

Craving a fresh start somewhere new and actually interesting? Join the incredible team in the Murrumbidgee District. Jump in at a comfort level that suits you: from state-of-the-art hospital that will remind you of the city, to small multi-disciplinary health facility where you literally get to do it all. No matter where you choose, your learning will be nurtured and you’ll be well supported to operate at the top of your scope.

And don’t worry - there are already oodles of young people here to welcome you: at work, in local clubs, at the pub, and down at the river!

There’s heaps to show your family when they come to visit, which is a breeze - you’ll be central to Sydney, Melbourne and Canberra. (You can always pop home for the weekend on a quick flight if you find a break in your social calendar!)

Want to know more about the community of Wagga Wagga? Visit us here.

About Your Role

The position of Paediatric Occupational Therapist provides management and coordination of ambulatory and community occupational therapy services for children within MLHD.

This position functions as part of the Allied Health Team within an ambulatory and community health setting. It provides a range of diagnostic, therapeutic and preventative Occupational Therapy services for children aged 0-18 years.

The Paediatric Occupational Therapist is responsible for developing and maintaining support networks, within the community, to promote a child’s optimal level of performance in areas of self maintenance, productivity, rest and leisure.

The position promotes and maintains the health and well-being of children through professional best practice and the utilisation of multiple strategies to meet the needs of both the individual and the broader population.

Learn more about the role and requirements here.

Upgrade Your Career and Lifestyle at MLHD

Your application will require you to include a resume and cover letter outlining your skills and experience and why you are a good fit for this position.

Go on, you’ve earned a promotion, a world-class workplace, inspiring colleagues, award-winning staff and patient programs - all wrapped up in a rich tapestry of cultural treasures. Contact Wendy Garapo, Occupational Therapist in Charge on 0457 117 713 or 02 5943 2450 or Wendy.Garapo@health.nsw.gov.au now for a confidential chat.

MLHD is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourage all suitably qualified applicants to apply, including Aboriginal People and people from racial, ethnic, or ethno-religious minority groups and people with disability.

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