Occupational Therapist

Ref ere nce n umber: 2854 Job title: Occupational Therapist Employment type: Permanent Full Time Hours per fortnight: 80 Classification: Occupational Therapist Grade 2, Years 1 - 4 (VF4 - VF9) Location: Graham Street Closing date: 15/09/2026 For a confidential conversation please contact: Sarah Shipp on Sarah.Shipp@gvhealth.org.au Relocating to our region: Relocation incentives may be available to the successful applicant for this role, including relocation & accommodation support. Relocation Support: Intrastate (over 100kms) - up to $2,500 Interstate - up to $5,000 Overseas - up to $8,000 Accommodation Support: Up to $350 per week up to 10 weeks; or 10 weeks interim GVH Accommodation (if available) +Connection to a FREE 1:1 relocation concierge service supporting all aspects of relocation. Click here to learn more. About the Role: The Grade 2 OT will be responsible for providing Occupational Therapy services to in-patients, across acute or sub-acute in-patient wards. This role will include: Provision of person-centred, evidence-based care Collaboration across multi-disciplinary teams to support achievement of patient-focused goals Engagement in a robust professional development program and supervision Participation in continuous quality improvement activities Supervision of students and junior staff The role may also provide opportunities to work across other services of the hospital as required including in-patient mental health unit and outpatients (renal unit). We are looking for an Occupational Therapist with Relevant tertiary qualification in Occupational Therapy with eligibility for membership of Occupational Therapy Australia Current registration with Australian Health Practitioner Registration Agency as an Occupational Therapist Extensive experience providing Occupational Therapy services in the in-patient setting with knowledge of, and the ability to assess, goal set, prescribe interventions and develop effective discharge plans Positive attitude towards supporting others and expanding their own skills and experience You can view the Position Description: HERE If qualifications are a requirement for this position, please attach a copy in support of your application. Qualification requirements are outlined in the Position Description under 'Key Selection Criteria'. How to apply: External applicants: please click ‘apply now’ to submit your application. Current employees: please submit your application through the Employee Login on the Careers page. Internal applications can only be accepted via your employee profile: https://careers.gvhealth.org.au/ About GV Health: Goulburn Valley Health is the main health service in our region. Services include; a 24-hour Emergency Department, Surgery, Medical, Women’s and Children’s, Rehabilitation and Palliative Care, Mental Health, Outpatients, community-based health programs and services at Tatura, Rushworth and Euroa. With more than 3,000 staff, we pride ourselves on delivering person-centred care. We aim to enhance the patient experience through improved service access, developing partnerships, meeting growth in demand, implementing innovative service models and supporting workforce flexibility. Visit https://www.gvhealth.org.au/ to learn more. Our region: Centrally located in Regional Victoria, Greater Shepparton is the ideal place to call home. A well-rounded lifestyle that is hard to beat, with a vibrant and progressive community that offers the best of both provincial and metropolitan lifestyle in one of Victoria’s most liveable regional cities. Home | Greater Shepparton: Great Things Happen Here Our benefits: Free Community Connector Program to personally welcome and connect you to our community Generous salary packaging , subsidised staff parking and discounted leisure memberships Flexible work practices and options to purchase additional leave to support work/life balance Paid parental leave Professional development and study leave to help reach your learning and career goals A confidential Employee Assistance Program for you and your loved ones Social club membership offering a range of events, functions and local community discounts Our CREATE Outstanding monthly, bi-monthly and annual reward and recognition program Safe, respectful and inclusive workplace: GV Health is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, as well as applicants who are LGBTIQA+, who have different abilities, or are from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds. GV Health has a zero tolerance of abuse, bullying and harassment, sexual harassment and discrimination in all forms, and is committed to fostering a psychologically safe workplace that supports the health, safety and wellbeing of our people. We are also committed to the safety, protection and wellbeing of all children. Pre-employment requirements: Pre-employment screening checks may be required, including but not limited to; Working with Children Check (WWCC), National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) Worker Screening, International and National Police Checks, Aged Care Statutory Declaration, Visas and valid working rights in Australia, immunisations as mandated by Department of Health. Further details of pre-employment requirements are provided in the Position Description and to successful candidates, or upon request. GV Health reserves the right to vary pre-employment screening from time to time and as directed by legislation and operational requirements. 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