We have vacancies for Occupational Therapists to join us based in Nhill, in a full time or part time capacity! If you are passionate about client care and excited by the opportunity to make a difference in rural communities, this is the role for you!

West Wimmera Health Service provides high-quality community outpatient services, disability and residential aged care and hospital care to more than 22,000 people in the West Wimmera region.

The Victorian Government is offering $15,000 grants to incentivise final year students in speech pathology and occupational therapy to work in regional and rural Victoria upon their course completion!

NEW GRADUATES ENCOURAGED TO APPLY!

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE AVAILABLE FOR THE RIGHT APPLICANT! 

You will have the opportunity to apply for our Bursary Program, where contributions of up to 50% of a successful applicant's HECS/HELP debt are negotiable as part of the package!

Midway between Melbourne and Adelaide, Nhill is a thriving country town surrounded by a number of state and national parks, offering endless sunsets and scenic views. Nhill's proximity offers a number of educational, medical and aged care facilities as well as a large range of recreational activities to suit everyone! 

The successful applicant will experience a comprehensive caseload working alongside our skillful, friendly and supportive multi-disciplinary team. We provide extensive clinical supervision as well as generous support to undertake professional development. 


ABOUT US

• Our rehabilitation centre has recently undergone extensive upgrades. We now boast a brand-new hydrotherapy pool, rehabilitation space and strength and conditioning gym!
• You will have the opportunity to apply for our Bursary Program, where contributions of up to 50% of a successful applicant's HECS/HELP debt are negotiable as part of the package!
• We provide extensive clinical supervision with our senior Occupational Therapists as well as generous support to undertake professional development.

ABOUT THE ROLE

• Our Occupational Therapist Department is a team of passionate professionals, striving to support our diverse range of clients across our nine West Wimmera Health Service locations and throughout our neighbouring regional communities.
• We take a client-centred approach; collaborating with our clients, their families and our colleagues to achieve the best outcomes through a wide range of best-practice therapy services.
• The successful applicant will experience a comprehensive caseload working alongside our skillful, friendly and supportive multi-disciplinary team.

KEY SELECTION CRITERIA

Essential:

• Degree or equivalent in Occupational Therapy.
• Demonstrated experience and ability to efficiently and effectively plan, implement, manage and evaluate a range of Occupational Therapy services.
• Ability to work independently without supervision and as a member of the Occupational Therapy Department and Multidisciplinary health team. Must be effective in a team and be able to demonstrate initiative, enthusiasm and flexibility.
• Possess highly developed communication (written and verbal) and interpersonal skills including the ability to negotiate effectively with peers and other professionals and speak to community groups as required.
• Commitment to principles of Quality Assurance, Equal Employment Opportunity and Occupational Health & Safety
• Current Drivers Licence.

Desirable:

• Previous placement or work experience in a hospital/healthcare setting.
• Experience and understanding of issues specific to provision of services in rural and remote areas.
• Awareness of the Accreditation process, in particular EQUIP.
• Potential of leadership qualities and skills.
• Solid understanding of the Primary Health funding guidelines

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Effectively manage an Occupational Therapy caseload across acute, aged care and community settings.
• Actively contribute as a team member to the effective operation of the Occupational Therapy Department, including attendance at regular team meetings.
• Work effectively and collaboratively within the broader WWHS and Community Health Team context.
• Establish and maintain positive relationships with external agencies and strategic partners in relation to effective delivery of Occupational Therapy services and community development across the Wimmera.

HOW TO APPLY:
If you wish to apply and be considered for this role, please submit the following information in one document:

• Your resume, including a comprehensive employment history, the qualifications you hold and the contact details for at least three referees.
• A cover letter outlining your suitability for the role.
• Response to the Key Selection Criteria found above, or in the position descriptions on our website, using recent examples of your experiences. 

Important: In accordance with the Health Minister’s Covid-19 Mandatory Vaccination Order, all West Wimmera Health Service employees are required to be fully vaccinated (3 doses) for COVID-19 or hold an acceptable medical exemption. Furthermore, in accordance with the Health Services Amendment (Mandatory Vaccination of Healthcare Workers) Act 2020, all employees are to receive an annual influenza vaccination or hold an acceptable medical exemption. Evidence of current immunisation history is required.

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