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Rehabilitation Consultant – Occupational Therapist

  • Full Time
  • Canberra, ACT
  • 80000-95000 AUD / Year

Website MediRecruit

A dynamic Canberra-based team seeks an Occupational Therapist for a Rehabilitation Consultant role.

As a Rehabilitation Consultant, the successful incumbent will assess, plan, organise, and participate in workplace rehabilitative programs to help clients achieve positive return to work outcomes. You will see a range of clients, predominantly under the Worker’s Compensation.

They will also assess the worker’s transferable skills and potential through various means including:

  • Early intervention assessments
  • Home assessments
  • Worksite assessments
  • Job task analyses
  • Ergonomic assessments
  • Case management services

Strong communication skills will be required to liaise with a variety of stakeholders, including:

  • Insurance companies
  • Medical practitioners
  • Employers and employees

The successful candidate would also be required to contact employers to enquire about potential jobs and marketing the WorkSafe Incentive Scheme for Employers to organisations.

This is a full-time position, with consideration given to part-time (4 days per week).

Graduates and experienced clinicians are also encouraged to apply.

About the Employer

The employer is a leading provider of occupational rehabilitation services in Australia with a professional team focused on delivering high-quality customer service and innovative health and work solutions. They work collaboratively with companies and schemes to reduce the impact of psychological and physical injury and illness on people, families and businesses.

Benefits

  • $80K – $95K base + super + bonus scheme
  • Opportunities for career progression and movement between divisions
  • Excellent team culture and recognition
  • Work within a highly experienced multi-disciplinary team
  • Flexible work arrangements – work from home
  • Mobile and laptop provided
  • Learning and development frameworks including leadership training
  • Kilometres reimbursed for use of personal vehicles
  • Purchase up to 2 weeks additional leave
  • Genuine support for your personal wellbeing including access to our in-house wellness app, regular wellness seminars, access to Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
  • Paid parental benefits

Selection Criteria

  • Relevant Tertiary qualifications in Occupational Therapy
  • Full AHPRA registration
  • Excellent writing skills and experience writing reports
  • Outstanding communication and networking skills
  • Able to work independently and as part of a team
  • Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment
  • Eligible to work permanently in Australia
  • Australian driver’s license

To apply for this job please visit apply.jobadder.com.