• Supportive team of therapists

• Full admin team to support you

• 9-day fortnight or will consider part time hours

Practice Information:
This busy regional private practice is making a difference. They have 3 Therapy rooms each offering different engagements for their clients. Their resources are very well stocked with toys and games, books, and assessments to assist their clients to reach their full potential. The practice currently has 7 Occupational Therapists.  Of these 7 therapists, 3 do hand therapy only, 3 do paediatrics only, 2 are on maternity leave and the director does both paediatrics and hand therapy. They are backed up by one OT assistant plus 2 staff to assist with administration/reception. Some staff are full-time, some part-time or casual but they are supportive and are always open to refreshing and improving their skills in Paediatrics or hand therapy.

Position Description:
As an Occupational Therapist at this Bundy practice, you will offer individual therapy for the Paediatric clients as well as some possible group sessions. Previously the practice has run groups for personal hygiene, social skills, Lego and a Triathlon group. You will work with the child and their families to help them reach developmental milestones and to achieve their goals. Your case load may be varied, with children 0 - 18 years old with various diagnoses including developmental delay, autism, cerebral palsy, sensory processing difficulties, or fine motor problems. The practice also offers fortnightly PD focusing on Paediatrics.
As a member of the team, you will be provided with shadowing period and induction, and will be supported to work within your scope of practice. The position is full-time over a 9-day fortnight, but we are open to considering applicants who only want part time hours.

Skills and requirements:

• A passion for Paediatrics

• Full unrestricted Australian working rights

• Minimum bachelor’s degree in Occupational Therapy

• National Police Check

• QLD Disability Worker Screening

• Full COVID19 Vaccination

• Great time management skills

• Strong communication with children and adults (verbal and written)

• Experience working as a Paediatric OT.

Job Type:  Permanent - Full Time

After Hours Requirements:  No

Salary Information: 
Salary is negotiable according to experience and you can also receive a PD allowance.

About Bundaberg:
Our practice is situated in the lovely town of Bundaberg which is a 15 - 20 min drive from the beautiful beaches of Bargara, Elliott Heads or Moore Park Beach and a 4-hour drive or 45 min flight from Brisbane. You will have the best of both worlds working in a field that you love, in a town that offers a great relaxed lifestyle. You can choose to have a sea change or a tree change here. The climate is ideal as we are at latitude 25 - never too hot or too cold.

For more information on this position, please contact our team via hws@healthworkforce.com.au.

Please apply via the 'Apply Now' button on this page.

Following successful placement, eligible candidates may be entitled to receive support and financial assistance through Health Workforce Queensland's comprehensive workforce attraction and retention incentives. This position may be eligible for a scholarship or bursary for ongoing professional development.

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