Grade 2 Occupational Therapist
- Seeking a Grade 2 Occupational Therapist for a full-time permanent role.
- Work across various settings including acute care, rehabilitation, and community health.
- Access to professional development and a structured rural generalist program.
Yea & District Memorial Hospital (YDMH) is seeking the following Expressions of Interest:
Occupational Therapist
Grade 2
1FTE, 76 hrs per f/n
Full Time - Permanent
Closes: 29 November 2026
Allied Health Professionals Victorian Public Sector (Single Interest Employers) Enterprise Agreement *********
Ready to broaden your practice and make a difference in rural communities? Enjoy the variety of rural practice in Victoria’s High Country: Yea & District Memorial Hospital is seeking a Grade 2 Occupational Therapist to work across Yea and Alexandra District Health. This permanent role offers varied practice across acute, rehabilitation, community, primary health, outreach and residential aged care, supporting people across the lifespan—from adolescents aged 16 to older and ageing adults.
The position is full-time, Monday to Friday. Part-time arrangements will also be considered. This position will work across a diverse range of setting including:
- Acute care
- Rehabilitation
- Community health
- Primary health
- Outreach services
- Residential aged care
The position is full-time, Monday to Friday. Part-time arrangements will also be considered, offering the flexibility to suit your lifestyle.
Your Growth is Our Priority
We don't just offer you a job — we invest in your future. In your first year of employment, you'll be supported through a structured 12-month rural generalist program, including:
- Weekly supervision from a Grade 3 OT at St Vincent's Hospital Melbourne
- Onsite mentoring from experienced colleagues
- Protected professional development and study time
- Employer-funded enrolment in James Cook University's Graduate Diploma of Rural Generalist Practice (if eligible)
This is a rare and genuinely exciting pathway for an OT looking to fast-track their rural generalist expertise with the backing of a supportive, well-connected network.
Make a Meaningful Impact
Most importantly, your dedication in this role will make a meaningful difference for people across the Murrindindi Shire — supporting their health, independence, and connection to community. This is more than a career move; it's a chance to leave a lasting mark on the lives of real people in a community that will value everything you bring.
Your Benefits
As a Victorian public sector employee, you'll have access to a range of outstanding benefits, including:
- Salary packaging options
- Competitive remuneration
- Education and professional development opportunities
- Wellbeing support
- Generous leave entitlements
Please review the attached Local Health Service Network (LHSN) Recruitment Information Sheet and Position Description for full details on this exciting opportunity. Don't miss your chance to build a fulfilling career in one of Victoria's most beautiful regions — apply today.
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