Rehabilitation Consultant - Occupational Therapist

About the role

IPAR, a national occupational rehabilitation provider within the MedHealth network, is seeking an Occupational Therapist to join its Canberra team. The role sits in the occupational rehabilitation sector and works with people living with illness, disability or injury to achieve return to health and return to work outcomes. The team is described as tight-knit, collaborative and multidisciplinary.

Key responsibilities

• Manage caseloads, supported by Rehabilitation Assistants who handle administrative tasks
• Help clients with injury or health conditions achieve return to health and return to work
• Liaise with employers, case managers, medical professionals and insurers to share clinical updates and align rehabilitation goals
• Work across schemes such as workers compensation, compulsory third party, life insurance, Comcare and the Department of Veterans' Affairs
• Conduct ADL assessments to evaluate functional abilities and support needs at home or in the community, and recommend equipment, home modifications or support services
• Prepare timely, high-quality reports with findings, recommendations and clinical reasoning

Required profile

• Tertiary qualification in Occupational Therapy
• Full professional registration with AHPRA as an Occupational Therapist, or eligibility to obtain it
• Previous experience in occupational rehabilitation is highly regarded but not essential
• Compassion, kindness and empathy
• Current driver's licence and access to a car with comprehensive insurance (a must)

Required skills

• Fabulous communication and time management skills
• Ability to get to know clients and stakeholders

What we offer

• Competitive remuneration with incentive and bonus schemes
• IPAR health and wellness program with monthly team activities
• Star Award reward and recognition program
• Promote-from-within culture and employee referral program
• Diversity and inclusion committees, including the IPAR Pride Group
• Corporate benefits: Fitness Passport, travel perks, discounted health insurance, novated leasing, salary packaging, EAP, parental and purchased leave
• Comprehensive onboarding and career development opportunities