Casual Occupational Therapist - Grade 2 (Hand Therapy)

• Location: Multiple Western Health sites
• Employment Type: Casual
• Salary: Grade 2 + Superannuation + Salary Packaging

About the role:

An exciting opportunity exists for an Occupational Therapist to join the Hand Therapy service at Western Health.

The service is primarily trauma-based and works closely with the plastic and reconstructive surgical team.

The successful applicant must have well developed assessment and treatment skills in the delivery of evidence-based, person-centred Occupational Therapy services in the area of hand therapy. They will be working as part of an innovative and energetic multidisciplinary team and will be involved in the supervision of Grade 1 OT and/or Allied Health Assistant staff.

Sound communication and organisational skills are essential for this position.  

Key responsibilities: 

• Deliver high-quality person centred interprofessional care.
• Demonstrate independent clinical reasoning and clinical competencies.
• Demonstrate developed organisational skills and efficient time management to appropriately evaluate, prioritise and complete workload.
• Perform evidence based clinical services using a person-centred approach and guidelines.

About you: 

• Have extensive knowledge and experience in hand therapy service provision.
• Demonstrate commitment to provision of occupation-based client centred occupational therapy practice.
• Have strong collaboration skills.
• Demonstrate consolidated clinical leadership skills.
• Experience working in hand therapy.

Click here for the Position Description.

About Western Health 

Western Health is the leading healthcare provider in Melbourne’s West - one of Australia’s fastest-growing and most culturally and socioeconomically diverse regions. 

More than 13,000 employees help deliver a comprehensive range of services across our hospitals, community, correctional, and home-based settings. These services include acute tertiary care, emergency and intensive care, medical and surgical specialties, mental health and wellbeing, subacute care, ambulatory care, primary care, home-based services, and residential aged care. 

We are committed to driving innovation and sustainability that improves health outcomes for our community. With specialties spanning oncology, renal care, mental health, women’s health and maternity, chronic disease management, geriatrics, and cardiology, Western Health is recognised for its expertise in managing complex and chronic conditions through integrated, patient-centred care. 

We foster a collaborative and inclusive culture where you can make a meaningful impact. We support our staff to keep learning and growing through a diverse range of education programs, partnerships with universities in medical research and professional development opportunities. 

Why join us? 

Compensation and Benefits 

• Competitive salaries, flexible work options, and wellbeing programs. 
• Scholarships and grants to support ongoing learning. 

Learning and Development 

• Access personalised pathways through the Western Health Learning Academy. 
• Opportunities for postgraduate study, clinical education, and mentorship. 

Community Impact and Inclusion 

• Make a difference through compassionate care in a diverse, inclusive workforce. 
• Contribute to community wellbeing initiatives and healthcare research. 

Organisational Culture and Environment 

• Work in a collaborative, innovative team focused on continuous improvement and excellence. 

Ready to make an impact? 

If you’re passionate about hand therapy in public health, we’d love to hear from you. Simply click on the “apply” button and follow the prompts. 

If you are currently employed at Western Health, please ensure you sign in through the 'Employee Login' via the external Careers Page or access the Careers Page via the intranet before applying.  

Closing date: 11:59pm on 21 September 2026.

Enquiries: For further information about this role, contact Emily Donovan on 0466 780 932.

Western Health is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applications from people of all genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and people with lived experience that strengthens their ability to do this work. 

Western Health is committed to providing a safe environment for the children and young people who are involved in our services, sites and operations. We follow and abide by all legislative requirements to keep children and young people safe. 

All appointments are made subject to a satisfactory Police Record Check, an Immunisation Status Clearance and a Working with Children Check (if applicable). 

Western Health is committed to the psychosocial safety of all applicants and employees. 

Western Health does not accept unsolicited resumes/applications from recruitment agencies. 

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