Senior Occupational Therapist (Lvl 3) - Perm FT - Rural Incentive Offered
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- South Western Sydney Local Health District
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- REQ579537 Requisition #
Employment Type: Permanent Full Time, 38 hours per weekLocation: Bowral Hospital
Position Classification: Occupational Therapist Level 3
Remuneration: $108,595.00 - $112,114.00 PA + superannuation + you can receive an incentives package worth up to $5,000 in addition to your standard entitlements with the Rural Health Workforce Incentives Scheme
Requisition ID: REQ579537
Application Close Date: 15/06/2025
Interview Date Range: 18/06/2025 – 25/06/2025
Contact Details: Kimberley Gray – (02) 4861 0369
Rural Health Workforce Incentive Scheme
This vacancy is eligible for an Attraction and Retention incentive under the NSW Rural Health Workforce Incentive Scheme, paid on a fortnightly basis.
The Attraction incentive for this position equates to:
Employees are responsible to understand the criteria of accepting and retaining the incentives paid and are recommended to seek financial advice prior to accepting an Attraction or Retention payment as part of their employment.
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Please note: A current influenza (flu) vaccination is a mandatory requirement for appointment to this position
About The Opportunity
In this role, you will be part of our inpatient acute team, conducting assessments and delivering interventions for patients, while working collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team. Common clinical areas include aged care, neurology, and orthopaedics. You will also provide supervision and leadership to Level 1 and Level 2 Occupational Therapists.
As the senior inpatient Occupational Therapist, you will have access to supervision and continuing professional development (CPD) opportunities. There are also succession planning prospects, including the chance to step into the role of Head of Occupational Therapy during periods of leave.
The Occupational Therapy team at Bowral Hospital is a supportive and collaborative team that values the diverse experiences and skills each team member brings. We are committed to the ongoing professional development of our staff, reflecting our dedication to both our people and the wellbeing of the community we serve. Our practice is guided by evidence-based principles and a strong focus on continuous improvement.
As a Level 3 inpatient Occupational Therapist, you will join a skilled and dedicated team, collaborating with inpatient Level 1–2 therapists and Occupational Therapists across community aged care, palliative care, and paediatric services.
About You:
We are looking for someone:
- With experience in the inpatient setting
- Who is a quick learner and a team player
- With experience working as part of an MDT
Requirements:
- Occupational Therapist with current Authority to Practice with AHPRA
- Current drivers licence
Benefits available to SWSLHD staff
· ADO's each month (for full time employees)
· 4 weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part time employees)
· Paid parental leave (for eligible employees)
· Salary packaging and novated leasing options
· Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members
· Educational opportunities both locally and through SWSLHD
What You'll Be Doing
The senior occupational therapist provides clinical governance, leadership and expertise within occupational therapy services including the provision of safe, timely, compassionate and high quality person-centered care.
Where You'll Be Working
A charming regional town, Bowral is located in the picturesque Southern Highlands of New South Whales. Bowral is the main business and entertainment precinct of the Southern highlands, from its brilliant Tulip gardens, award winning restaurants, cool climate wineries and boutique shops all just 90 minutes southwest of Sydney.
Bowral Hospital offers the best of all worlds - a rural hospital at the heart of the community, located in a beautiful country town, that is also supported by a network of major health centres including Liverpool and Campbelltown Hospitals. Rural health offers unique opportunities to work within the community and for career progression.
The Occupational Therapy team at Bowral Hospital is committed to personal and professional growth for all team members. We encourage active involvement in departmental decision-making and quality improvement initiatives, and we offer tailored supervision to support individual career goals. Team members have access to a range of ongoing internal and external professional development opportunities.
We take pride in fostering a supportive and collaborative environment, where evidence-based care is at the forefront of our practice. Our team is skilled, passionate, and dedicated—and we look forward to welcoming our newest member!
How to Apply
To be considered for this position, please ensure you address the below questions as thoroughly as possible. View our application guide for information on how to respond to criteria and improve your application.
- Recognised Degree in Occupational Therapy or other qualification deemed appropriate by the employer, with registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA)
- Demonstrated advanced clinical skills and experience in the provision of occupational therapy services within adult inpatient setting including aged care, neurology, orthopaedic.
- Demonstrated experience in the identification of evidence based practice and/or development of treatment protocols
- Demonstrated high level organisational and time management skills
- Demonstrated experience in the provision of clinical supervision, mentoring of staff and/or students
- Applicants must possess an Australian C-Class driver's license (including P1 or P2). Those who hold a C class license (P1 or P2 included) from a state other than NSW must obtain a NSW C class (P1 or P2 included) license within three months of appointment. Learner's licenses are not permitted.
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Additional Information
Salary Packaging
South Western Sydney Local Health District employees are able to enjoy the benefits of salary packing. Visit Smart Salary for more details.
Health & Fitness
South Western Sydney Local Health District employees receive discounted Gym Membership/Corporate Wellbeing Programs, including Fitness Passport.
Transforming Your Experience
Transforming Your Experience (TYE) is SWSLHDs key strategy to always positively transform your, our patients, our consumers, our staffs and our communities experiences across our organisation and services. Our vision is that our care is always safe, high quality and personalised and all our staff are supported and empowered to achieve their full potential. SWSLHD upholds the CORE Values – Collaboration, Openness, Respect and Empowerment.
To be eligible for permanent appointment to a position in NSW Health, you must have an Australian citizenship or permanent Australian residency.
At South Western Sydney Local Health District we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, where we don’t just accept differences but we honour and support it. Committed to providing a working environment that thrives and values diversity, we encourage people of ⚫️ 🟡 🔴 Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander ⚫️ 🟡 🔴 background, people with a disability and people from the LGBTQI+ community to apply.
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