Senior Occupational Therapist (Paediatrics)

About the role

A well-established speech pathology practice serving the North Brisbane community for over 50 years is expanding its service and is looking for an experienced Senior Occupational Therapist to join its team of 12 speech pathologists on a full-time basis. The caseload is paediatric, based in the clinic or in the community depending on your preference.

Key responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of 4-5 clients per day aged 18 months to 18 years and some young adults (70% NDIS, 30% private); the caseload decreases as you take on more leadership.
• Recruit other OTs, supervise them and provide clinical support.
• Create and host training sessions for the team and help with quality improvement of the service.
• Take on some operational responsibilities and build your own team of OTs.

Required profile

• Tertiary qualification in Occupational Therapy.
• AHPRA registration.
• Unrestricted working rights in Australia.
• Driver's licence and own vehicle.

What we offer

• Salary starting at $100,000-$120,000 plus superannuation depending on experience.
• Condensed working week or 9-day fortnight, flexible hours and choice of start and finish times.
• Work from home for administration tasks; admin team handles bookings and billing.
• Uncapped professional development allowance and a laptop, resources, assessments and iPads provided.
• Own clinic room and telehealth clients available.
• Leadership training for supervisors through QLD Health.