Occupational Therapist Grade 2

* Fixed Term / Part Time position* Challenging and rewarding work environment* Friendly and dynamic team* Excellent benefits including salary packaging* AHPRA-registered Occupational Therapist with strong clinical reasoning and a commitment to holistic, person-centred care* Compassionate, adaptable, and confident working in emotionally sensitive situations* An excellent communicator who values collaborative, multidisciplinary practice* A reflective practitioner committed to high professional, ethical and clinical standards* Employee Assistance Program and a range of wellbeing supports* A supportive and caring team culture grounded in compassion, teamwork and continuous improvement* An accessible Kew location, close to public transport and parking optionsShortlisting for this position will commence immediately. We encourage you to apply promptly as the advertisement may close early should a suitable applicant be sourced. **We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and abilities. Inclusion is essential to our mission and diversity reflects the community we serve.**Please visit our website, for further information regarding our Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Employment at SVHM. SVHA has a duty of care under work health and safety legislation to eliminate and/or control the risk of transmission of vaccine preventable diseases in healthcare settings. You may therefore be required to undergo mandatory immunisations/vaccinations (including flu vaccinations). Please contact us if you would like to know more.This Grade 2 role provides an Occupational therapy service to the Acute, SubAcute (inc Palliative Care) and Home Rehab Inpatient Units across St. Vincent’s Hospital, Melbourne. This role is also supported by a Grade 3 Stream Leader, other Grade 2 staff members & Grade 1 rotational staff member.## POSITION PURPOSE* Provide optimal Occupational Therapy clinical management to all patients through the continuum of care by assessment, treatment, re-evaluation, documentation, team liaison and effective discharge planning* Ongoing demonstration & evaluation of EBP in the delivery of Occupational therapy to the acute units and acute inpatients of SVHM.* Contribute to the planning and development of activities and services of the Occupational Therapy Service as appropriate* Actively participate in the departmental clinical supervision program* Actively participate in the evaluation of the effectiveness of the Occupational Therapy service* Participation in the Clinical education program within the Occupational therapy department* Participate in quality improvement activities in liaision with senior staff & manager in accordance with the department’s Quality Plan and Continuous Imporvement framework* Development, implementation and promotion of new initiatives regarding Occupational Therapy service provision that are appropriate and reflective of specialty areas and clientele* Ensure effective management of Occupational Therapy aids and equipment to maximise patient independence and safety* Perform duties of the position to best of their ability and to a standard acceptable to SVHM* Comply with all SVHM policies, procedures, by laws and directions* Treat others with respect and always behave professionally and in accordance with the SVHM Code of Conduct* Only access confidential information held by SVHM when this is necessary for business purposes, maintaining the confidentiality of that information once accessed* Participate in the annual SVHM performance review process* Display adaptability and flexibility to meet the changing operational needs of the business* Comply with applicable Enterprise Bargaining Agreement provisions* Display a willingness to develop self and seek to improve performance* Attend clinical orientation upon commencement* Maintain clinical registration and any required indemnity cover* Always work within approved scope of practice under supervision by more senior clinical staff as appropriate.* Take personal responsibility for the quality and safety of work undertaken* Take all necessary care and precautions when undertaking clinical procedures* Complete annual clinical competencies* Maintain skills and knowledge necessary to safely and skilfully undertake clinical work* Consult with peers and other experts and refer to other healthcare workers when appropriate and in a timely manner* Collaborate and clearly communicate with patients/clients and the healthcare team* Participate in clinical risk management and continuous quality improvement activities as part of day-to-day work* Ensure consumers receive information in an appropriate and accessible format* Actively support consumers to make informed decisions about their treatment and ongoing care* Ensure consumers are aware of their rights responsibilities and how to provide feedback* Complete required Workplace Culture and Equity Training annually* Attend general hospital orientation within 3 months of commencement* As required, comply with fit-testing and PPE requirements* Degree in Occupational Therapy or equivalent* AHPRA Occupational therapy Registration (and Eligibility for membership to Australian Occupational therapy Association)* Current Victorian motor vehicle license* Satisfactory National Police check* Experience working in the acute and subacute health care settings* A keen interest & working knowledge of occupational therapy intervention to patients in the acute, aged care and rehabilitation settings.* Highly competent in a variety of standardised occupational therapy assessment & treatment modalities* Demonstration of the ability to work autonomously and flexibly.* Experience in a wide range of medical conditions* Demonstration & knowledge of evidence based practice* Ability to work autonomously & demonstration of positive team work principles* Demonstrated ability to work in a multidisciplinary team* Superior written and verbal communication skills & effective clinical hand over processes* Knowledge of and commitment to continuous quality improvementSt Vincent’s Hospital Melbourne (SVHM) is a Catholic not-for-profit healthcare provider with a reputation for compassionate care and world-leading innovation. Part of the St Vincent’s Health Australia group, we are a leading tertiary teaching hospital providing a comprehensive suite of services including acute medical and surgical services, emergency and critical care, aged care, diagnostics, rehabilitation, allied health, mental health, palliative and residential care.Operating from 18 sites across greater Melbourne, this includes a major teaching, academic research and tertiary referral centre situated in Fitzroy, a soon to be established Rapid Access Hub at St Vincent’s Hospital on The Park, St George’s Health Service Kew, palliative care at Caritas Christi Hospice, as well as aged care, correctional health, mental health and community centres, pathology collection centres, general practice services and dialysis satellite centres. We continue to be at the forefront of care for Victoria’s most in-need communities.Employing more than 7,000 staff and with over 880 beds in daily use, the core aim of SVHM is to improve the patient experience through better access, superior outcomes and a more efficient and responsive health service.#J-18808-Ljbffr