Occupational Therapist (Grade 1), Clinical Rotation Program New Graduate
Employment Type - Temporary Full Time
Hours per fortnight - 80
Job Category - Other Professionals - Occupational Therapy
Req Id - 6183
HAVE IT ALL
NEW GRADUATE OCCUPATIONAL THERAPISTS
JOIN OUR ALLIED HEALTH TEAM NOW!
- Commence your Occupational Therapy Career in a clinical rotation program, supported by a dedicated Grade 2 OT supervisor.
- Engage in collaborative multidisciplinary teamwork that makes a difference to people’s lives
- Apply now for a fantastic New Graduate full-time (80 hours per fortnight) opportunity (parental leave relief) and be eligible to apply for the Victorian Government $15,000 Student Grant program!
About Barwon Health
Barwon Health is one of the largest and most comprehensive regional health services in Australia, providing care at all stages of life and circumstance. Services available through Barwon Health cover the full spectrum from primary care, community services, aged care, rehabilitation, mental health, emergency and acute care. We serve more than 500,000 people through the efforts of more than 9000 staff and volunteers across more than 20 sites. Barwon Health is committed to developing a vibrant culture of education, training and research that advances health and wellbeing for all.
About the facility
Our major sites include University Hospital Geelong in Geelong’s CBD, the McKellar Centre precinct in North Geelong, Barwon Health North in Norlane, and residential aged care facilities spanning the region. Comprehensive mental health, community health and dental services are delivered through various programs across the Barwon South West Region, including Torquay and Colac.
About the Role
We are seeking applications from graduating Grade 1 Occupational Therapists to join our clinical rotational program, which has:
- 12 rotations across acute, inpatient rehabilitation, community rehabilitation (CRC), community health (CHC) and Child and Family Services settings
- Clinical specialties of orthopaedics, surgical, medicine, neuro rehabilitation, geriatric evaluative management (GEM), trauma and paediatrics
- Bed based rotations inclusive of a weekend and public holiday roster with additional financial rewards with pay and leave for weekend work
We offer you
- Dedicated senior Occupational Therapist as your supervisor who will provide support, mentoring and professional development
- Engagement with a large passionate and committed team of Barwon Health Occupational Therapists (over 150 staff)
- A strong culture of student education, clinical research and innovation.
- Strong interdisciplinary model of care
- Successful applicant will be eligible to apply for $15,000 Victorian Government Occupational Therapy Student Grant Program for new graduates who start working in a regional or rural Victorian location between 2024-6.
Please note Barwon Health will only contact you via our official email and never use unconventional means, such as text messaging or other services.
About the culture
Barwon Health is a values driven organisation and you will thrive working in a culture that values respect, compassion, commitment, accountability and innovation.
You will have the opportunity to be part of a highly skilled, professional, friendly and dedicated team who takes pride in providing high quality service. Barwon Health provides a supportive environment that encourages professional growth and education in this specialist area.
- Excellent working conditions with a high sense of job satisfaction.
- A vibrant staff wellbeing program and access to our 24/7 Employee Assistance Program.
- Wide-range of professional development opportunities to enhance your career.
- Attractive salary packaging benefits. Living expenses capped at $9010 and meals and entertainment capped at $2650.
Derived from the local Wathaurong Aboriginal name for the region Djilang, Geelong is thought to mean ‘Tongue of Land’.
Geelong offers a range of lifestyle choices including inner city, coastal, suburban and rural homes.
- Geelong is home to world class schools and education providers.
- Doorstep to the Great Ocean Road, Bellarine Peninsula and the Surf Coast
- Appreciate our vast and abundant parklands, sports and entertainment attractions, and thriving dining and shopping complexes.
To learn more about the region, click here.
Diversity and Inclusion
Barwon Health is an inclusive and welcoming employer, committed to reflecting the diverse communities we serve.
We value and celebrate people of all genders, sexual orientations, cultural backgrounds, faiths, abilities, and family structures. We proudly support LGBTIQA+ inclusion and are committed to a safe and inclusive workplace for all.
We encourage applications from:
- Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples
- LGBTIQA+ community members
- People of all gender identities
- People with disability
- Culturally and linguistically diverse communities
If you need adjustments to participate in the recruitment process, please contact at peopleassist@barwonhealth.org.au
Barwon Health is a totally smoke-free workplace.
We are strongly committed to the safety and wellbeing of all children and young people. Click here for further information on the Victorian Government’s Child Safe Standards: About Child Safe Standards | Victorian Government (www.vic.gov.au)
Please note we do not accept resumes via email.
This role requires you to provide evidence of a 2025 influenza vaccination.
Contact person: Melissa Mew
Email: melissa.mew@barwonhealth.org.au
Phone: (03) 4215 5447
Application closing date: 2nd, November 2025
Are you currently a Barwon Health employee? If so, please follow the links below on how to apply.
Instructions for Internal Candidates only