Occupational Therapist
Core
Provide culturally appropriate, client-centred occupational therapy care to support people receiving dialysis to return home to Country and remain connected to family and community.
Role type
Clinical occupational therapist (dialysis and aged care)
Builds
Culturally safe dialysis and support services across remote communities
Domain
Healthcare (Dialysis, Aged Care, NDIS, Primary Health)
Required skills
Functional assessment, home assessments, evidence-based practice education, cross-cultural communication, conflict resolution, autonomous clinical practice, multidisciplinary collaboration
Preferred skills
Experience with Aboriginal organizations, understanding of regional issues, experience with end-stage renal disease and complex co-morbidities
Technologies
Territory Equipment Program registration
Responsibilities
Conduct functional assessments and provide recommendations for support levels and equipment needs; Develop and deliver education to clients and employees; Facilitate transition from hospital inpatient; Provide support for remote aged care centres; Collaborate with Primary Health Care, Aged Care, Social Support and NDIS teams; Engage in ongoing professional development and quality improvement projects
Seniority
Mid-level, autonomous clinician