Salary Range:  $90,000 - $130,000 per annum package 

Position Description:

This practice has several exciting opportunities for two motivated Occupational Therapists to join the team. They currently have a position available in Goondiwindi, Kingaroy and another that would work on a FIFO rotation to the Far West.
As a valued team member, you will be responsible for:

• Providing high-quality assessment and intervention services for a paediatric and adult caseload

• Working under the unique 'Vital Paediatrics' program in a multidisciplinary setting with a Speech Pathologist & Physiotherapist

• Working in a variety of service delivery settings including – Vital Health clinics, medical centres, Aboriginal health centres, schools, & kindies

• Preparing and presenting information sessions for educators, parents and/or other professionals

• Providing services under the NDIS – including assessment and management of AAC

• Engaging in regular supervision and clinical support from a Senior Occupational Therapist

• Travel, on a regular roster, to smaller towns to provide services (all travel expenses covered)

Practice Information:

This organisation is a modern multi-disciplinary allied health practice dedicated to providing a holistic, person-centred approach to therapy for rural and remote communities. As a team, their mission is to improve rural, remote, and Indigenous access to health services. They believe that all Australians should have access to high-quality health services, no matter where they live. 
The organisation has continued to expand in response to a growing need within their communities for high quality local health services and now have nine centres servicing regions across Queensland and New South Wales. Currently, the team consists of 60+ professionals who find living and working in rural parts of our country extremely rewarding, both on a personal and professional level.

Benefits:

This practice offers the following to all their team members: 

• Up to $10,000 annually available for external professional development

• Internally facilitated professional development with a Senior Occupational Therapist, peer support and lots of learning opportunities with other senior professionals.

• Comprehensive New Grad Program

• Self-motivated individuals can increase their income with incentives

• Career Development Pathways into leadership positions

• Relocation costs negotiated and support to find suitable accommodation

• Support for Partner and family, eg: finding employment opportunities for spouses, childcare/ school options.

Qualifications and Experience:

As the successful applicant, you will bring a passion for improving rural, remote, and Indigenous access to health services.
You will have:

• Bachelor of Occupational Therapy

• AHPRA Registration

• Excellent communication, time management, and problem-solving skills

• National Police Check

• Working with Children Check

We welcome all applications from new graduates to highly experienced therapists

About Goondiwindi:

Sitting peacefully on the banks of the Macintyre River at the junction of five major highways, Goondiwindi is a well-established border town. You’ll find it’s a vibrant, contemporary place with excellent facilities and amenities and its river frontage provides a unique and tranquil setting for one of Queensland’s fastest growing rural communities with a strong emphasis on social connections.  

About Kingaroy:

Surrounded by picturesque farmlands interspersed with low rolling hills, Kingaroy in Southern Queensland Country has the most cosmopolitan feel of any South Burnett township but it's still a relaxed, friendly and informal country town at heart. From here you can explore one of Australia's most exciting new boutique wine regions. Kingaroy has a vibrant sporting, cultural and social life and is home to annual events including the Wine and Food In The Park Festival, shows, races and other festivals.

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.

#JOB – 10003093