Occupational Therapist (Grade 2), Acute Neuroscience

Key responsibilities 

• Deliver evidence-based occupational therapy care, independently managing a clinical caseload and providing assessment, treatment, care planning and evaluation in collaboration with multidisciplinary teams.
• Provide clinical leadership and develop others, supporting junior clinicians and students through supervision, mentoring, knowledge sharing and participation in service initiatives.
• Drive quality improvement and evidence-based practice, contributing to research, clinical projects, risk management, service improvement, documentation and professional development.
• Provide safe, ethical and culturally responsive care, working in accordance with professional standards, legislation and Barwon Health policies while promoting inclusion, health literacy and effective use of resources.

What we’re looking for 

• Current professional registration/accreditation and demonstrated clinical experience, with the capability to practise independently and support the professional development of others.
• Strong communication, interpersonal and collaboration skills, with the ability to build effective relationships, navigate challenging situations and work successfully within multidisciplinary teams.
• Commitment to professional development and evidence-based practice, demonstrated through reflective practice, continuous learning and application of knowledge to clinical practice.
• Strong digital capability and alignment with Barwon Health values, with the ability to work independently and collaboratively while delivering inclusive, culturally safe and consumer-focused care.

Position Description  

Please note Barwon Health will only contact you via our official email and never use unconventional means, such as text messaging or other services. 

Barwon Health staff benefits 

• Excellent working conditions and a strong sense of job satisfaction 

• A vibrant staff wellbeing program and access to our 24/7 Employee Assistance Program 

• Extensive professional development opportunities 

• Attractive salary packaging benefits 

• Living expenses capped at $9,010 

• Meals and entertainment capped at $2,650 

For more information about working at Barwon Health, please 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, family structures, and identities, and encourage applications from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, culturally and linguistically diverse communities, and members of the LGBTIQA+ community. 

Child safety 

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 

Additional information 

If you need adjustments to participate in the recruitment process, please contact us at peopleassist@barwonhealth.org.au 

All appointments are subject to: 

• Satisfactory Police Record Check 

• Immunisation Status Clearance 

• Working with Children Check (if applicable) 

To apply, you will need a resume and a tailored cover letter outlining your skills, experience, and suitability for the position in line with the requirements of the position description. Please note: We do not accept resumes via email.