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Add expected salary to your profile for insightsFixed Term Part Time, up to 48 hours per fortnightSeptember 2025 to September 2026 (parental leave backfill)Allied Health Professionals OT Grade 2 ($45.66579 to $52.49211 - dependent on skills and experience)_____________________________________________________________________________________________West Gippsland Healthcare Group (WGHG) is delighted to offer an exciting opportunity for a Grade 2 Occupational Therapist to join our dynamic, passionate, and supportive Occupational Therapy team on a 12-month, fixed term contract (parental leave backfill).In this role, you will work within the acute hospital setting as part of a multidisciplinary team, delivering high-quality, person-centred care to our consumers. Additionally, there may be opportunities to contribute to other clinical areas based on service needs.The Grade 2 Occupational Therapist will join an established friendly team comprised of Grade 3, Grade 2 and Grade 1 Occupational Therapists, supported by a team of Allied Health Assistants.The Occupational Therapy Department provides services to a number of areas including acute, subacute, Community Rehab, Aged Care, Paediatrics and outpatients. Our department encourages and supports regular clinical supervision and professional development including dedicated, highly skilled and experienced senior Occupational Therapists to provide support, mentoring and supervision.This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a friendly and supportive team environment and develop a range of skills and experience whilst enjoying the benefits of a regional lifestyle in beautiful West Gippsland.Our preferred candidates will have:Degreeor Masters in Occupational Therapy.Current registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) Occupational Therapy Board.The ability to apply a high level of clinical knowledge and skills in occupational therapy practice.The ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team.The ability to provide support and supervision to junior staff, assistants and studentsExcellent organisational skillsCurrent Victorian Drivers Licence.Acute hospital experienceIMPORTANT:Some roles in the healthcare sector are required to be vaccinated annually for Influenza (unless a valid exemption applies). Evidence of vaccination (or exemption) may be required prior to commencement.About our organisationThe West Gippsland Healthcare Group is a growing regional health service, providing acute medical and surgical, obstetric, emergency, residential care and community health services to one of the fastest growing Local Government Areas in the country Baw Baw Shire. The administrative headquarters is located at West Gippsland Hospital in Warragul. Warragul is a 30-minute drive from Pakenham along the freeway against the traffic!WGHG are the largest employer in Warragul with a workforce of over 1400 staff and are committed to building on our organisations strengths by welcoming people with our shared values of teamwork, respect, accountability and compassion. We look forward to the building commencement of our new state of the art hospital and public aged care facility.We pride ourselves on the quality of care thats delivered by our incredible staff. You wont find a friendlier and more welcoming team than the West Gippsland Healthcare Group. We care for our community because we are the community!West Gippsland Healthcare Group staff benefits include:Flexible working arrangementsAccess to employee assistance program5 weeks annual leave (pro rata)Salary packagingFree ParkingWorking with usAll appointments with the West Gippsland Healthcare Group are subject to the satisfactory return of professional referencechecks, a NDIS worker screening clearanceand a current Employee Working with Children Check. All employees must hold current entitlement to work within Australia. A six-month probationary period applies to all new appointments.Further details and how to applyFurther information is contained in the Position Description .Applications must be submitted via seek.com.au and must include a current CV and a covering letter. Responses to the selection criteria are recommended. Shortlisted applicants will be asked to provide at least 2 professional referees. If you have any further queries, please contactCarol Blacket/Kerrie Armstrong, Occupational Therapy Manager on 03 562 30642 .Applications close onSunday, 20 July 2025.Please apply at your earliest convenience, shortlisting may commence prior to the closing date.____________________________________________________________________________________________As an inclusive employer, committed to improving diversity and equity in our workforce, we encourage applications from all parts of our community, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, LGBTI people, and people with lived experience of disability.As a Child Safe organisation, West Gippsland Healthcare Group promotes the safety, wellbeing and inclusion of all children, including those with disability.Unlock job insightsSalary match Number of applicants Skills matchYour application will include the following questions:Do you have a current Australian driver''s licence? How many years'' experience do you have as a Grade 2 Occupational Therapist? Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia? Are you currently registered with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA)? Do you have a current Working With Children (WWC) Check? Do you have a current NDIS Worker Screening Check? Can you describe your experience applying advanced clinical knowledge and skills in occupational therapy, particularly within an acute hospital setting? How do you demonstrate strong communication skills and contribute effectively to a multidisciplinary team? Do you have experience supervising junior staff, assistants, or students, and are you currently licensed to drive in Victoria?West Gippsland Healthcare Group provides acute medical and surgical, obstetric, emergency, community and aged care services, primarily in the Shire of Baw Baw, approximately 100 kms east of Melbourne.West Gippsland Healthcare Group comprises a number of sites. They are Baw Baw Health and Community Care Centre, Community Services Centres in Warragul and Trafalgar, Cooinda Lodge Aged Care Residence, Rawson Community Health Centre, Andrews House Aged Care Residence, Warragul Linen Service and West Gippsland Hospital.Source: This is an extract from the company''s own website.About UsWest Gippsland Healthcare Group provides acute medical and surgical, obstetric, emergency, community and aged care services, primarily in the Shire of Baw Baw, approximately 100 kms east of Melbourne.West Gippsland Healthcare Group comprises a number of sites. They are Baw Baw Health and Community Care Centre, Community Services Centres in Warragul and Trafalgar, Cooinda Lodge Aged Care Residence, Rawson Community Health Centre, Andrews House Aged Care Residence, Warragul Linen Service and West Gippsland Hospital.Source: This is an extract from the company''s own website.To help fast track investigation, please include here any other relevant details that prompted you to report this job ad as fraudulent / misleading / discriminatory.Researching careers? Find all the information and tips you need on career advice. #J-18808-Ljbffr