Rockingham Peel Group are seeking applications from passionate
Senior Occupational Therapists
.
This is a recruitment pool, with the following upcoming vacancies. Part time or job share arrangements will be considered:
- Senior Occupational Therapist – Aged Care Rehabilitation Unit (Sub Acute) Permanent 1.0FTE
- Senior Occupational Therapist – Orthopaedics / Multi Stay Surgical Unit (Acute) 13-month fixed term contract relating to parental leave vacancy 1.0FTE
- Senior Occupational Therapist – Acute Medical Services (Acute) 12-month fixed term contract relating to parental leave vacancy up to 1.0FTE
As part of a multidisciplinary team, the
Senior Occupational Therapist
plans, implements, coordinates and evaluates Occupational Therapy services to patients in the relevant clinical inpatient area using advanced Occupational Therapy clinical practice skills. Plans, implements and evaluates patient safety and quality of care. Supervises Occupational Therapy staff and support staff in the unit/clinical area, coordinates duties and manages performance. Practices as a Senior Occupational Therapist and ensures practice is in accordance with the Occupational Therapy professional and registration requirements, standards, codes and guidelines and SMHS policies and guidelines.Suitable applicants will be placed in a pool from which appointments may be made when similar vacancies occur. Appointments may be made from this pool until 31/12/2026.
Benefits Of Working For Rockingham Peel Group Include
- Flexible and family friendly working hours
- On site free parking
- Access to funded professional development opportunities and scholarships
- Opportunity for supported research opportunities
- RkPG Fitness Passport program
- Employee recognition program
For More Information On The Exciting Occupational Therapy Careers At South Metropolitan Health Service, Watch The Below Video To Find Out More
Want to know more?
We encourage you to contact Pippa Corry on 9599 4018 or pippa.corry@health.wa.gov.au
If you are ready to partner with us see the application instructions below:
Your Application Should Include
- A copy of your current CV
- The names and contact details of two (2) current referees who can attest to your suitability for this role
- A cover letter no longer than 2-3 pages (please refer to the attached Job Description Form for context) which addresses the essential selection criteria.
These documents should be complete and ready to attach prior to applying online. Please ensure you allow enough time to complete the online application process as you will be required to answer various questions and attach your documentation.If you experience difficulties while applying online, please contact Employee Services on 13 44 77 for immediate assistance during business hours.
Employee Benefits
Our employees enjoy a range of benefits which may include (in line with operational requirements):
- Professional Development Opportunities and Study leave/assistance
- Flexible working arrangements
- Flexible leave arrangements
- Other professional and location-based allowances
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Eligibility
Are you eligible? To be eligible for a permanent appointment to the Western Australian public sector is essential that you are an Australian citizen or have permanent residency status in Australia. 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 embraces diversity and is committed to eliminating all forms of discrimination in the provision of our service. We are committed to growing the Aboriginal workforce as a part of WA Health’s Aboriginal Workforce Policy and as a measure to achieve equality, Section 51 of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 applies to this position. Aboriginal people are encouraged to apply.WA Health engages staff in positions of trust and responsibility. WA Health policies require applicants to undertake criminal records screening and integrity checking as part of the appointment process. Referees may also be asked to comment on an applicant’s integrity and past demonstration of ethical behaviour.This vacancy is subject to a Western Australian Working With Children (WWC) Check. For further information please refer to the WWC website at: https://workingwithchildren.wa.gov.au.
Lodgement is system generated. Any submissions on, or after, 4:00pm on the closing date will not be accepted.
LATE OR EMAIL APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED.
