Occupational Therapist Grade 1 - Rotating Training Program (Paediatrics)

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Embark on a rewarding career and be part of a team where your dedication makes a difference in people’s lives. 

About the Role

Join our team as an Occupational Therapist, Grade 1 on a full time, ongoing basis.   

The Grade 1 Paediatric Occupational Therapist will provide clinical care across three services during the rotation program with 12 months in each sector of the program. Rotations include time in the Monash Children’s Hospital (MCH) Acute Program, Victorian Paediatric Rehabilitation Program (VPRS) and Child and Family Program-Monash Health Community. The MCH acute and the VPRS rotations are based at Monash Children’s Hospital Clayton and provide support to patients in both inpatient and outpatient settings. The MCH Child and Family Community rotation is an outpatient program based at various Monash Health community sites. Flexibility to travel to all sites is expected including time at Pakenham, Cranbourne and Springvale as directed. 

The Grade 1 Occupational Therapist is expected to provide high quality patient centred care through the use of competent clinical skills, effective communication, and evidence-based knowledge. Active participation within the Occupational Therapy service and ward-based multidisciplinary teams is essential. Key elements of the service include holistic assessment and intervention, monitoring, discharge planning, home assessments, equipment prescription and education for clients, carers and staff. There are opportunities for involvement in practice research and quality projects. 

About Us

Monash Children’s Hospital is one of Australia’s leading providers of integrated children’s health services, with more than 30 specialist services and programs. We have Victoria’s largest Neonatal Intensive Care Unit and provide leading paediatric services in many areas including Rehabilitation & Oncology.   Allied Health at Monash Children’s Hospital provides specialised services to paediatric patients across the continuum including inpatients, outpatients and via Hospital in the Home. 

About You

To ensure your success in this role you will bring the following demonstrated skills, experience and knowledge: 

• A relevant occupational therapy qualification 

• AHPRA registration  

• At least 1 years clinical experience in an acute care or health related setting 

• Demonstrated interest in developing skills in paediatric care 

In Return 

This is a great opportunity to develop or expand your paediatric skills and experience. 

We are a diverse team of allied health clinicians working in a supportive and flexible department with close links to our community and adult colleagues.  We support career progression and professional development, with opportunities to grow your career in many different directions. 

For a confidential discussion and to explore the opportunity further, please call Diedre Rundle on 0466 016 198.

OT Gr 1 Position Description can be found here

Role Statement can be found here

We recognise the value of equal employment opportunity. We are committed to patient safety, promoting fairness, equity and diversity in the workplace and to Child Safe Standards. At Monash Health we are relentless in our pursuit of excellence and work to our six guiding principles and our five ICare values.

How to Apply

Applications are accepted via the Monash Health online EHub system. For information including how to apply and probity check requirements, please click here for the ‘Application Guide’

Applications will be screened upon receipt and selection activity may commence prior to the closing date. 

Applications close April 23rd, 2025.