Occupational Therapist (Assessments) :
Are you an experienced Occupational Therapist looking for an opportunity to expand your assessment skills while making a difference in the community? If you’re passionate about providing high-quality clinical services and working with a mixed caseload, we want to hear from you!
We are seeking an experienced OT to join our growing team in Melbourne. This role offers a unique opportunity to focus on comprehensive Occupational Therapy Assessments for children, adolescents and young adults in a dynamic and supportive team environment.
About the Role: As an experienced OT in an independent contractor role, you will have a primary focus on conducting thorough assessments including (but not limited to) Functional Capacity Assessments and Developmental Occupational Therapy Assessments. This role offers flexibility with hours and great autonomy in a contractor capacity. Patches is open to this role developing into a more permanent employment arrangement for the right candidate. While the emphasis is on assessment, there may be opportunities to deliver intensive therapy follow-up, ensuring clients receive holistic, client-centered care.
What We Offer:
- Independent Contracting arrangement
- A comprehensive wellbeing program with a focus on team bonding
- Supportive, dynamic, and growth-oriented team environment
- Flexibility and high level of autonomy in your work
Eligibility Requirements:
- AHPRA registration
- 3-4 years of experience in Occupational Therapy
- Experience completing Functional Capacity Assessments
- NDIS experience
- Paediatric experience (preferred)
- Developmental OT Assessment experience (preferred)
- National Police Certificate (within the last 6 months)
- DIS Worker Screening check
- Working With Children Check
- Valid driver’s license
- Australian/New Zealand Citizen or Permanent Resident
- As an independent contractor you will need workers compensation & public liability insurances
If you’re ready to take on a clinical role with a varied caseload, focusing on assessments and making a real difference in your community, apply today and join our supportive and dedicated team!
