Our client is looking for a motivated, client-centric, outcome-focused Lead Occupational Therapist to join their leadership team and be instrumental in the growth and support of their new grad and junior OT's, as well as managing a small caseload. The role involves:
Providing supervision to therapeutic employees, including new graduates
Ensuring therapists are providing high-quality, evidence-based & well-documented therapy.
Being available to answer questions from clinicians.
Assisting the recruitment team upon request
Helping new employees with scheduling, including their first month, induction, shadowing, training & supervision
Ensuring appropriate handover is completed when a member of the team leaves.
Networking with external companies, building relationships.
Liaising with management regularly to provide updates on staff performance & feedback.
Occasional interstate travel, assisting clinicians in other states (if required)
Managing a small caseload
Other responsibilities includes:
Managing staff workloads & capacity, considering staff availability and service area
Managing complaints
Conducting performance appraisals for staff
Implementing performance management plan for staff if required
Managing department resources (including requests, sufficient stock levels & ensuring updates as required)
Liaising with other clinical leads to ensure consistency across the teams.
Regular meetings & communications with the Administrations team
Arranging internal PDs and learning opportunities
Essential Requirements:
Relevant Tertiary qualifications in related field
8+ years experience working in a relevant field (highly desirable)
Leadership & management experience of clinical staff (highly desirable)
Full AHPRA Registration
Working with Children Check (WWCC or Blue Card)
NDIS Worker Screening Check
Evidence of COVID-19 vaccination (or valid exemption)
Police Check
Driver’s license & access to a reliable vehicle
Car insurance
Professional Indemnity & Public Liability insurance
First Aid certificate (desirable)
Benefits:
Opportunity to work alongside a highly skilled group of existing Clinical Leads & Managers
Ability to influence company-wide initiatives
Flexible working arrangements
Achievable KPI bonuses
Clearly defined career progression opportunities
Professional Development allowance
Provide Visa Sponsorship
Annual leave loading included
Opportunity to learn & be supported by other senior clinicians within multidisciplinary teams
Social events, team building & well-being activities
