538491 - Occupational Therapist (Level 3)

Occupational Therapy Department

Calvary Mater Newcastle

Permanent Part-Time (30hpw)

• Make a difference at one of Australia’s leading health care providers
• Generous salary packaging benefits, ongoing professional development and supportive team environment
• Classification: Occupational Therapist Level 3 Year 1-2
• Remuneration: $52.18 - $58.52 per hour + superannuation + annual leave loading + salary packaging options

About the role

The Occupational Therapist Level 3 is responsible for assessment and therapy to Calvary Mater patients (in and outpatient settings if required) to assist with safe discharges and/or the treatment of patients during their admission and outpatient treatment period.

 Key Responsibilities

• Assessment of occupational therapy unit input with the Occupational Therapist-in-Charge.

• Involvement with departmental quality management activities
• Maintain, facilitate independence in activities of daily living for clients.
• Organise and participate in therapeutic group programs for aged patients.
• Prescription of suitable aids, equipment and alternations/techniques to assist with management of clients.
• Develop and participate in workplace education, eg hospital in services, interest groups etc
• Participate in surveys, evaluations and clinical research activities pertaining to Occupational Therapy as appropriate.
• Supervise students, technical assistants and volunteers when appropriate.

What you bring 

• Recognised completed degree in Occupational Therapy and current AHPRA registration.
• Minimum three (3) years post graduate experience with experience or demonstrated interest in Oncology/Haematology.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively as a member of a multi-disciplinary team.
• Demonstrated effective communication, interpersonal and organisational skills.
• Commitment to customer service and quality assurance.

For further information please contact Andrew Wakely - Occupational Therapist in Charge on (02) 401 44792 or Andrew.Wakely@calvarymater.org.au

WHY JOIN US?

CMN is an Affiliated Health Organisation providing services to both public and private patients primarily from the Hunter New England area. Current employees of NSW Health can request to have various leave entitlement balances transferred to CMN on commencement. Leave types may include but not limited to Long Service Leave, Annual Leave and Sick Leave. Applicants are encouraged to discuss this with the Convenor for further information. Working at CMN gives you access to a great range of benefits:

• Fitness Passport. 
• Gender Neutral parental leave
• Annual Leave Loading at 17.5 %. (not applicable to Casual employees)
• Superannuation contributions at 12%
• ADO's each month (for full-time employees)
• Novated leasing available for eligible employees
• 4 weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part-time employees),
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members
• Generous Salary packaging options that reduce your taxable income and increase your take-home pay!

WHY NEWCASTLE, NSW?

Newcastle is a thriving city surrounded by magnificent natural scenery. Cosmopolitan and compact, we enjoy all the benefits of a global smart city including world class services and facilities, top-tier education and employment opportunities, all with an average commute time of 15 minutes. Discover inspirational living in a vibrant city that will inspire and delight. Visit Imagine Newcastle, here!

HOW DO YOU APPLY?

• Click ‘Apply for Job’ and follow the prompts. As part of your application, you will be asked to:
• Create a profile in our Calvary People Platform (if you are not an existing user)
• Attach a current resume.
• Provide a written response to four (4) selection criteria.
• Cover letters are optional (1-2 pages max.)

Please note: Only the criteria in the application needs to be addressed, however you’ll be assessed against the full list of Essential Criteria located within the attached Position Description.

As we serve the community across Home, Virtual and Residential Aged Care, Retirement Living and Hospitals, one thing sets us apart. Care from the heart. If this sounds like you, apply for a role with Calvary today.

Please note the following:

• As part of the application process, you will be required to complete pre-employment checks which may include, but is not limited to reference checks, work rights, and criminal history check, to ensure suitability for the role.
• You will be required to provide evidence of immunisation as required for your role.