Occupational Therapist - Aged Care at Home
Core
Support older Australians to maintain independence, safety, and quality of life in their own homes through evidence-based occupational therapy services.
Role type
Clinical occupational therapist (aged care at home)
Builds
Tailored interventions, home modifications, and assistive technology prescriptions for independent living
Domain
Healthcare / Aged care / Home care
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
Clinical assessment, problem-solving, environmental assessment, mobility evaluation, intervention planning, collaboration with multidisciplinary teams
Preferred skills
Compassionate client-focused approach, adaptability, strong communication
Technologies
Microsoft Office, client management systems
Responsibilities
Conduct comprehensive occupational therapy assessments and deliver evidence-based interventions; Assess and prescribe aids, equipment, and assistive technology; Complete environmental assessments and recommend home modifications; Assess mobility and functional capacity; Monitor and evaluate client progress; Collaborate with clients, families, carers, and health professionals
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC