Occupational Therapist
About the RFDS (Central Operations)
We are leaders in providing aeromedical and primary health care services to people in remote, rural and regional locations across South Australia and the Northern Territory. As we head toward our 100th year of providing services, we launch a new strategic plan with a focus on becoming more specialised, more innovative and a better connected health service provider.
About this Opportunity
As part of our dynamic multidisciplinary Primary Health Care Team, the Occupational Therapist provides care for people living in rural and remote areas, in particular populations who are culturally and geographically diverse. Delivering comprehensive assessment, treatment and injury prevention services, the Occupational Therapist assists clients to achieve their individual functional goals.
About You
An AHPRA registered Occupational Therapist with three years’ postgraduate experience, you will have a sound understanding of the impact of medical, social and environmental factors on occupational performance. A passionate advocate for the needs of patients and their networks, you will have experience with diverse caseloads from paediatrics to adults in a range of settings such as Aged Care, remote stations, remote health clinics, and Indigenous and CALD populations. Excellent communication skills, high level clinical documentation skills, and an ability to participate in a multi-disciplinary team are essential.
Why join us?
As part of our team, you can expect to be provided with challenging, interesting work and be supported to achieve your best. The RFDS offers attractive remuneration, including salary packaging benefits, within a supportive environment where our people are valued and professional development is encouraged.
If you are keen to work in an organisation that makes a real difference to all Australians, apply now.
For the position description please click here.
Applications close 25 March 2020
Please note, we reserve the right to appoint to the position before the published closing date. Interested applicants are encouraged to submit an application as early as possible.
The Royal Flying Doctor Service is an Equal Opportunity Employer
