Occupational Therapist - Rehabilitation Unit
Your role at St John of God Frankston Hospital
We are seeking Occupational Therapists for Grade 1 positions, with opportunities available on a casual or fixed-term (12-month) basis. This is an ideal role for passionate and motivated clinicians who are eager to grow in a diverse and supportive setting while making a meaningful impact on patient outcomes.
Join our dynamic and supportive Occupational Therapy team within our Rehabilitation Unit, where you will work across a broad range of clinical areas including orthopaedics, neurological rehabilitation, pain management, and chronic disease management.
Our service includes a comprehensive Parkinson’s program and access to advanced rehabilitation technology such as Tyromotion equipment, providing an excellent environment to build your clinical skills.As a Grade 1 Occupational Therapist, you will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to deliver high-quality, evidence-based care in line with Occupational Therapy Board of Australia guidelines, with strong mentorship to support your development.
The Position
Provide direct occupational therapy services to clients/patients and or carers on an individual or group level for both inpatients and outpatients. Completion of comprehensive patient assessment (e.g. assessment of personal care, domestic and community ADLs, assessment of the home environment, cognitive and functional physical assessment as required).
Provision of a comprehensive treatment intervention and appropriate progression treatment to match functional goals.
Provide consultation and support to medical, nursing, catering and allied health professionals within the Division as appropriate.
Responsible for completing appropriate administrative duties arising from each session instructed. This requires liaison with the office administration team, reporting of statistical data and completion of clinical documentation
You will hold a registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) as an Occupational Therapist and will have current valid Drivers License.
To succeed you will have knowledge and skills in assessment, treatment and evaluation within Occupational Therapy practice and demonstrate knowledge and skills in assessment, treatment and evaluation within Occupational Therapy practice.
Above all, patient care will be at the core of everything you do committing to and supporting our Mission and Values.
We can offer you
Salary $72,992 to $100,920 (from July 2026) per annum (pro rata for part time), plus 12% super
Casual hourly rate: $46.02 to $63.63 (from July 2026), per hour (casual loading included) plus 12% super
Fixed term full-time (12 months) or casual roles available
We offer a range of salary packaging options tailored to your employment status such as mortgage, rent, meal entertainment, holiday accommodation or other everyday living expenses – up to $18,550 as a permanent employee and a percentage of your earnings as a casual
A healthy work-life balance through flexible work options, additional purchased leave and well-being programs
Employee discount on St John of God Hospital & Medical Services and Private Health Insurance
Innovative Professional Development opportunities
Access to a range of Lifestyle, Health & Wellbeing rewards and discounts
For enquiries contact Natalie Lyle, Manager Allied Health, (03) 9788 3272
At St John of God Health Care, we celebrate diversity and warmly welcome applications from people of all backgrounds.
Our commitment is to create a safe and nurturing environment for all children and vulnerable individuals in our care and proactively take steps to protect them from abuse, ensuring their safety and well-being.
Our inclusive culture fosters an environment that is respectful and secure, welcoming and accessible, and unified through our diverse community.
All caregivers employed by St John of God Health Care are required to be vaccinated from Influenza in order to fulfil the requirements of the role.