Occupational Therapist - Grade 2
Occupational Therapist
- Location: Sunshine
- Employment Type: Ongoing, Full-Time or Part-Time (32 hours/week)
- Salary: Grade 2 + Superannuation + Salary Packaging
About the role
An exciting opportunity exists for a passionate and patient-centred Grade 2 Occupational Therapist to join the Western Health at Home teams working within the GEM at Home service in a permanent position. Full-time and part-time applications will be considered.
The successful applicant will work in partnership with a strongly committed team to shape the provision, service development and implementation of high quality and efficient care to patients in the home environment.
Key responsibilities:
The GEM at Home service provides patients with an alternative option to hospital-based rehabilitation by offering holistic interdisciplinary assessment and care for older people with complex, chronic or multiple health conditions within their own home environment rather than in hospital.
The GEM at Home service aims to:
- Improve the patient experience by allowing them to receive care in the comfort of their own home
- Assist patients to achieve their care goals and best possible level of health and function
- Promote and support safe and early discharge from inpatient settings
About you:
To be successful in the role you must have:
- Advanced clinical skills and minimum 2 years’ experience in an Occupational Therapy clinical practice role, along with current registration with AHPRA and eligibility for membership of relevant professional association.
- Experience/qualification in aged care and/or community-based Occupational Therapy
- Be able to independently to provide and shape a comprehensive Occupational Therapy service to clients of varied diagnostic groups, whilst also working collaboratively within MDT to meet the needs of the client and service.
- Be responsible for managing a portfolio and quality improvement projects in line with Western Health’s strategic business plan.
- Model professional leadership, be able to prioritise tasks, work autonomously, problem solve and self-manage competing demands.
- Highly developed interpersonal, written and electronic communication skills
- Excellent organisational and time management skills
- Commitment to continuing professional development
- A current Victorian driver’s licence and agreeable to undergo a police check
About Western Health
Western Health is one of the largest healthcare providers in Victoria, caring for a vibrant, diverse and rapidly growing community of one million people in Melbourne’s western suburbs.
With more than 13,000 staff, Western Health delivers 800,000+ occasions of care every year, providing high-quality, person-centred care across every life stage.
We provide a combination of hospital, community-based, at-home and in-reach services to aged, adult and paediatric patients and newborn babies. Specialties include oncology, renal, mental health, women’s health and maternity, chronic diseases, geriatrics and cardiology.
We have remarkable strengths in chronic disease, complex care and developing innovative and sustainable healthcare solutions. Our experience at the coalface of healthcare delivery for some of Australia’s most culturally and socioeconomically diverse and vulnerable populations provides us with unique insights into the most pressing health challenges.
Western Health operates four acute public hospitals: Sunshine Hospital (including Joan Kirner Women’s and Children’s), Footscray Hospital, Williamstown Hospital and Bacchus Marsh Hospital. We also operate Sunbury Community Hospital, Sunshine Mental Health and Wellbeing Centre, Melton Health and Community Services, Bacchus Marsh Community Health Centre, Caroline Springs Community Health Centre and Grant Lodge Residential Aged Care in Bacchus Marsh. Western Health also provides the primary healthcare service at the Dame Phyllis Frost Centre, a women’s prison located in Ravenhall.
Why join us?
Compensation and benefits
- Competitive salary packages aligned with market standards.
- Health and wellbeing programs, including flexible work arrangements.
- Scholarships and grants to support your continuous learning journey.
Learning and development opportunities
- Access the Western Health Learning Academy (WHA) for personalised learning pathways.
- Professional growth programs, including postgraduate studies and clinical education.
- Mentorship and career support.
Community impact and inclusion
- Make a meaningful difference in patients’ lives through compassionate care.
- Join a workforce that champions diversity and inclusion.
- Engage in community wellbeing initiatives and groundbreaking healthcare research.
Organisational culture and environment
- Thrive in a collaborative, compassionate and innovative team environment.
- Be part of a culture that celebrates continuous improvement and excellence in healthcare.
Ready to make an impact?
If you’re passionate about the delivery of Best occupational therapy Care, 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 31 October 2025.
Enquiries: For further information about this role, contact:
Name: Phan Tong
Title: Service Manager – GEM at Home
Phone: 0403 675 493
Alternate Contact: Catherine Davey
Title: Service Manager – GEM at Home
Phone: 0468 783 524
Western Health is an equal opportunity employer committed to attracting and retaining diversity in our workforce. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
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 does not accept unsolicited resumes/applications from recruitment agencies.
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