Senior Occupational Therapist (Inpatient)

Roles and Responsibilities
• Deliver high-level, specialist, evidence-based Occupational Therapy services across acute medical, surgical, orthopaedic, stroke and rehabilitation wards.
• Conduct comprehensive patient assessments, develop intervention plans and support discharge planning within inpatient settings.
• Work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team to ensure coordinated, patient-centred care.
• Provide clinical leadership, supervision and support to Occupational Therapy team members.
• Build effective partnerships across inpatient services within Metro North Health.
• Maintain professional and ethical standards with minimal direct supervision.
• Contribute to culturally safe and responsive healthcare practices, supporting health equity initiatives.

Qualification
• Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Therapy or equivalent qualification.
• Current registration with AHPRA.

Experience
• Demonstrated senior-level clinical experience in acute or inpatient hospital settings.
• Experience across medical, surgical, orthopaedic, stroke and rehabilitation services.
• Experience in mentoring or leading Occupational Therapy staff.

Skills
• Advanced clinical assessment and intervention skills.
• Strong leadership and team collaboration abilities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Strong organisational and time management skills.
• Commitment to inclusive and culturally competent healthcare delivery.

About the Company
Metro North Hospital & Health Service is a Queensland Government healthcare provider delivering comprehensive hospital and health services across Brisbane. The organisation promotes excellence in clinical care, innovation, research and education, while fostering a diverse, inclusive and supportive workplace environment.