Occupational Therapist, Grade 2 - General Medicine

We have an opportunity for a dynamic Grade 2 Occupational Therapist with a passion for acute inpatient care. Based at Monash Medical Centre Clayton, within the General Medicine stream, this permanent full-time position is part of our large, supportive acute OT team, delivering services across both Clayton and Moorabbin sites.

You will work collaboratively with passionate occupational therapy and allied health professionals to deliver evidence-based, high-quality care for patients and their families across medical and surgical units. As part of a multidisciplinary team in a fast-paced environment, your role will involve comprehensive assessment, timely interventions, and effective discharge planning.

We provide a strong professional support structure including clinical supervision, development pathways, and regular professional learning, with opportunities to participate in quality improvement and research initiatives.

About Us

Monash Health is an impressive organisation of seven public hospitals, 21 community health sites, five aged care facilities, university affiliated international research and tertiary education. We provide healthcare for the entire lifespan from pre-birth to palliative care and all stages in between, and we have recently opened the new 230-bed Monash Children’s Hospital.

About You

You are a qualified and passionate Occupational Therapist with experience in acute settings—particularly general medicine, frail aged care, and/or surgical caseloads. You thrive in a collaborative team environment and are motivated by improving patient experiences and outcomes.

We are looking for someone who can:

• Deliver high-quality, patient-centred care in acute inpatient settings
• Demonstrate strong leadership and clinical reasoning
• Communicate effectively with patients, families, and interdisciplinary teams
• Engage in clinical teaching, supervision, and mentoring of junior staff
• Contribute to service improvement and resource development
• Show commitment to personal and professional growth

To be considered, you must have:

• Current Occupational Therapy qualification as per the atttached supporting documentation and AHPRA registration
• Eligibility for membership with a relevant professional association
• Demonstrated experience in an acute hospital setting
• Interest in evidence-based practice, quality initiatives, and service development
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills

In Return

As a valued member of the Monash Health team, you’ll have access to a wide range of benefits designed to support your wellbeing, development, and career progression, including:

• Salary packaging – increase your take-home pay with generous salary packaging options.
• Professional development – access to ongoing training, education, and leadership opportunities to support your career growth.
• Supportive team environment – work within a collaborative, multidisciplinary team that values innovation, compassion, and excellence.
• Employee wellbeing – benefit from a comprehensive Employee Assistance Program (EAP), staff wellbeing initiatives, and a strong focus on work-life balance.
• Career mobility – opportunities to work across Victoria’s largest public health service with a wide range of roles and career pathways.
• Diverse and inclusive workplace – join an organisation that celebrates and embraces diversity and fosters a culture of respect and belonging.
  
  

At Monash Health, you’ll be making a difference in the lives of individuals and communities while advancing your career in a leading healthcare organisation.