Senior Occupational Therapist - Incentives Offered
It’s a great time to join Hunter New England Local Health District. Apply now for one of our eligible regional and rural positions. You could benefit under the NSW Health Rural Workforce Incentive Scheme!
Employment Type: Temporary Full Time until November 2025
Location: Manning Hospital
Position Classification: Occupational Therapist Lvl 3
Remuneration: $108,595 - $112,114 per annum + superannuation
Hours Per Week: 38
Requisition ID: REQ513376
Applications Close: Wednesday, 6th November 2024
Manning Base Hospital has 180 beds with all the specialities you would expect of a Rural Hospital, providing a diverse caseload and a supportive multi-disciplinary team.
The Occupational Therapy service at Manning Base Hospital works across many clinical settings including Emergency Department, inpatient and community caseloads. The small team fosters supportive and positive working relationships, and the OT team is a much-valued member of the multi-disciplinary team. The Occupational Therapy service values the contributions of all members of the team and provides opportunities for learning and skill development in a supportive team environment.
About Taree:
Imagine a charming town nestled by the banks of a picturesque river - that's Taree! It's the buzzing hub of the Manning Valley, perfect for launching adventures into the stunning Barrington Coast. Whether you're an outdoor enthusiast or a foodie explorer, Taree has got you covered with top-notch accommodation, restaurants, farmer's markets and activities galore. Plus, you're never too far from the awe-inspiring beauty of nature.
About the role:
Manning Base Hospital has an exciting opportunity for a versatile, experienced Occupational Therapist to join their team on a temporary full-time basis! The role is a Level 3 Occupational Therapist with the opportunity to work across multiple clinical areas, including but not limited to the Emergency Department and multi-purpose unit. The role would involve providing high quality Occupational Therapy service in an acute setting. The role would require willingness to cover a 7-day per week service.
In this role you will be supported by the Occupational Therapy Department Manager, the Emergency Department Occupational Therapist and the rest of the Occupational Therapy Team. You will also be supported by members of the hospital multi-disciplinary team. You will have access to orientation based on your background and level of experience as well as a range of supportive clinical specialists. You will receive regular clinical supervision within the role and also have access to a supportive network of Occupational Therapists working across the LMNCS. Education and training opportunities will be identified and agreed upon as part of performance development discussions.
About you:
The Level 3 Occupational Therapist will have experience in a wide variety of clinical areas and experience working in an acute clinical setting. You will provide a high-quality, evidenced-based clinical service to patients and demonstrate a commitment to ongoing learning and development. You will be able to prioritise a caseload across a variety of clinical areas. You will be able to work as a member of a multi-disciplinary team, but also to work autonomously. You will be required to provide support and learning opportunities to junior Occupational Therapists.
Rural Health Workforce Incentive Scheme
This vacancy is eligible for an Attraction and Relocation package that includes the following*:
- Attraction incentive paid as a Rural and Regional fortnightly allowance of up to $10,000 for the first 12-months
- Retention incentive of up to $5,000 thereafter annually
*All payments and reimbursements made to part time employees will be on a pro-rata basis.
Attraction incentives will be paid as a Rural and Regional fortnightly allowance on top of your base salary + 11.5% superannuation.
Other forms of payment/package options (where you are eligible) need to be negotiated with the Convenor and may include**:
- Additional annual professional development days (up to 5 more per year)
- Additional personal leave (up to 5 more days per year)
- Computer/internet reimbursement (e.g. laptop, wi-fi costs)
- Return airfare to and from your work base (or equivalent motor vehicle allowance) so you can still visit family and friends
**The total value of your incentive package would remain the same. Employees are responsible for seeking independent financial advice before accepting an Attraction and Retention Incentive package as part of their offer.
Transferring of incentive packages will depend on the location, position, and time served by the health worker in their current position. Eligibility to transfer existing incentive packages will be determined and approved by the health organisation. Health workers who are receiving incentive packages and are changing or moving positions should discuss the impacts with their manager or local Workforce Rural Health Incentive Team via HNELHD-RuralIncentives@health.nsw.gov.au to discuss your eligibility prior to applying if you are already receiving an incentive package.
Requirements:
- Occupational Therapist with current Authority to Practice with AHPRA.
- Willingness to work across a 7-day roster.
Benefits:
- Four weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part-time employees)
- Up to 12 allocated days off each year (for full-time employees)
- Superannuation contributions 11.5%
- Salary packaging - Up to $9k for living expenses + $2.6k meal & entertainment + Novated leasing.
- Fitness Passport
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members
- Opportunity to work and collaborate with a range of non-clinical and clinical professionals.
Additional information:
- An eligibility list will be created for future temporary full or part time vacancies.
- We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position.
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For role related queries or questions contact Megan Smyth on Megan.Smyth@health.nsw.gov.au or 0475 797 610
Information for Applicants:
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This is a Category A position. Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive PD2023_022: Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specific Diseases for Category A positions prior to offer. All new employees must agree to comply with the requirements outlined in the policy.
All NSW Health workers are required to have completed a primary course of a COVID-19 vaccine which has been approved or recognised by the Therapeutics Goods Administration (TGA). New applicants must have completed the vaccination course prior to commencement with NSW Health or provide an approved medical contraindication certificate (AIR Immunisation History Statement) certifying the worker cannot have any approved COVID-19 vaccines available in NSW.
Acceptable proof of COVID-19 vaccination is the Australian Immunisation Register (AIR) Immunisation History Statement (IHS), or AIR COVID-19 Digital Certificate, or AIR COVID-19 and Influenza IHS. Booster doses are highly recommended for all health care workers who have completed the primary course of COVID-19 vaccinations.
Salary Packaging: is beneficial to most HNELHD employees and may increase your take-home pay! Salary package a range of personal expenses including novated motor vehicle leases, relocation expenses, and HECS/HELP debt. Find out more by contacting SalaryPackagingPLUS! via nswhealth@salarypackagingplus.com.au or 1300 40 25 23.
HNE Health employees may be eligible for a range of benefits such as allocated days off (ADO) for full time employees, long service leave, paid maternity leave, and salary packaging options including meal expenses.
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