SA Health Job Pack Job Title Occupational Therapist - New Graduate CALHN Job Number 612141 Applications Closing Date 31/12/16 Region / Division Health Service Location Classification Central Adelaide Local Health Network RAH, TQEH & HRC Adelaide Metro AHP-1 Job Status Indicative Total Remuneration* $66,603/$81,572 More than one position. Full-time temporary from 25/2/17 up to 22/2/19. NOTE This is for 2016 graduate students only Criminal History Assessment Applicants will be required to demonstrate that they have undergone an appropriate criminal and relevant history screening assessment/ criminal history check. Depending on the role, this may be a Department of Communities and Social Inclusion (DCSI) Criminal History Check and/or a South Australian Police (SAPOL) National Police Check (NPC). The following checks will be required for this role: Child Related Employment Screening - DCSI Vulnerable Person-Related Employment Screening - NPC Aged Care Sector Employment Screening - NPC General Employment Probity Check - NPC Further information is available on the SA Health careers website at www.sahealth.sa.gov.au/careers - see Career Information, or by referring to the nominated contact person below. Contact Details Full name Tania Shearer Phone number 8222 4980 Email address Tania.shearer@sa.gov.au Public I1 A1
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JOB AND PERSON SPECIFICATION - PROFORMA CALHN Title of Position Occupational Therapist Administrative Unit Central Adelaide Local Health Network Classification Code: AHP 1 CALHN Allied Health Directorate Discipline Code: Branch: Allied Health Type of Appointment: Section: Occupational Therapy Permanent Up to 1.0FTE Position Number: Temporary Term: Other All excluding senior positions Job and Person Specification Approval....../.../........./.../... CEO or delegate Commissioner for Public Employment JOB SPECIFICATION 1. Summary of the broad purpose of the position in relation to the organisation's goals (its expected outcome and how it is achieved). The Occupational Therapist AHP1 as part of a multidisciplinary team is accountable for the provision of standard inpatient and/or outpatient services resulting in quality of care and improved outcomes for clients within Hampstead Rehabilitation Centre, the Queen Elizabeth Hospital, the Royal Adelaide Hospital or CALHN programs or community. The Occupational Therapist AHP1, works under direct clinical supervision and demonstrates at least a competent level of professional knowledge and skill. With increasing experience will independently undertake standard professional tasks. May be required to provide professional/clinical supervision to Allied Health Assistants, undergraduate or postgraduate Occupational Therapy students on observational placements, and work experience students. 2. Reporting/Working Relationships (to whom the person reports, staff for whom the person is responsible, and other significant connections and working relationships within the organisation). Is accountable to the Senior Manager Occupational Therapy and Director of Occupational Therapy, CALHN. The Occupational Therapist will report to and receive clinical advice, guidance and supervision from the delegated Senior Occupational Therapist. Works within a multi-disciplinary team framework, in collaboration with other health professionals, service providers and the community. Participates in meetings and committees/sub committees as required. Page 3
3. Special Conditions (such as non-metropolitan location, travel requirements, frequent overtime, etc.). Comply with SA Public Sector Code of Conduct and Code of Fair Information Practice within the workplace and in the public domain. Behave consistently in accordance with AHS guiding principles workplace values and directions. Participate in any performance management system. Adhere to the provisions of relevant legislation, policies, procedures, instructions and guidelines. Comply with all Occupational Health and Safety provisions policies and strategies which result in a healthy and safe work environment. Ensure learning and development relevant to this role remains current. Maintain strict confidentiality regarding any information regarding client/patient, personal staff information, human resource and financial information and information of strategic importance to AHS and its health units. The appointee will be required to complete Criminal History Check prior to confirmation of appointment. Home assessment of patient s homes is expected. Out of hours educational role may be required e.g. patient families, community agencies. May be required to work at any site within the Central Adelaide Local Health Network. Some out of hours and weekend work may be required. Current and unrestricted drivers licence may be required. Progressive translations from an AHP1 level to AHP2 may occur through the Peer Assessment Process as indicated in the South Australian Government Wages Parity (Salaried) Enterprise Agreement 2014. 4. Statement of Key Outcomes and Associated Activities. 4.1 Contribute to the clinical management of patients across CALHN by: Using a competent level of professional knowledge and skill to provide Occupational Therapy assessments, make interpretations of assessment findings, and formulate and implement Occupational Therapy intervention plans in collaboration with patients, carers and relevant other clinicians. Recording timely information regarding assessments and interventions in patients' medical records. Attending and actively participating in multidisciplinary activities such as ward rounds and clinical meetings. Delegating appropriate tasks to Occupational Therapy assistants and ensuring that delegated tasks are performed safely and effectively. Incorporating relevant evidence and/or accepted best practice in the selection and application of Occupational Therapy methods and techniques. Providing an educational service regarding the Occupational Therapy management for other staff members, students and outside enquirers, (e.g. country hospitals, Domiciliary Care). Using a competent level of professional knowledge and skill to provide Occupational Therapy assessments, make interpretations of assessment findings, and formulate and implement Occupational Therapy intervention plans in collaboration with patients, carers and relevant other clinicians. 4.2 Contribute to the effectiveness and efficiency of the occupational therapy service by: Using sound self-organisation, communication and team skills to help deliver a consistent and reliable standard of service. Adhering to the policies and procedures of the Occupational Therapy Department within CALHN. Participating in the Department s continuing professional development and performance review programs. Providing information, feedback and ideas that assist departmental planning and review as required. Participating in quality improvement and research activities as appropriate. Performing all administrative duties, particularly the provision and recording of statistics, in an accurate and timely manner. Providing supervision and support of Allied Health Assistants and participate in the provision of clinical placements for students (occupational therapy and other).
4.3 Contribute toward the provision of a safe, healthy and equitable work environment for self and others by: Reporting all accidents, incidents and near misses. Complying with reasonable instructions or procedures aimed at protecting the health and safety of self and others. Carrying out responsibilities as detailed in occupational health, safety and injury management policies and procedures. Maintaining knowledge of and adhering to the principles and standards of Equal Employment Opportunity legislation, which ensures all employees in the workplace, are treated in a fair and equitable manner, free from discrimination, bullying and harassment. Operating under the Code of Conduct for SA Public Sector Employees and RAH Corporate Policies, including RAH Confidentiality Code of Conduct. Acknowledged by Occupant....../.../... Page 5
PERSON SPECIFICATION ESSENTIAL MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS (those characteristics considered absolutely necessary) EDUCATION/VOCATIONAL QUALIFICATIONS etc. A degree or other qualification which entitles registration as an OT with the National Board OT Board of Australia through The Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA). PERSONAL ABILITIES / APTITIUDES / SKILLS (related to the job description and expressed in a way which allows objective assessment) Ability to communicate effectively (both verbally and in writing) with clients, carers, staff and relevant others. Sufficient physical strength, flexibility and endurance for the manual handling requirements of the caseload including out of hours work. Ability to work within a model of ongoing professional and clinical supervision. Organisational skills including the ability to prioritise work, meet deadlines, problem solve, negotiate, be flexible and demonstrate initiative. Awareness of own limitations and commitment to ongoing development of clinical and professional knowledge and skills. Ability to participate in and foster teamwork and cooperation between work units, cooperate and participate in a teamwork setting. Ability to engage in reflective practice and initiate seeking professional/clinical supervision and support when required. Ability to provide services using client centred approaches that are ethically appropriate, and including respecting principles of confidentiality. Flexibility in adapting to change. Adequate computer skills. Awareness of Work Health and Safety issues and relevant legislation. EXPERIENCE: Experience working with adults with various health conditions in a hospital setting or health related facility. KNOWLEDGE: Clinical knowledge, sufficient to enable safe and effective work with appropriate supervision in any area of OT within CALHN. Awareness of responsibilities with regard to occupational health and safety. Knowledge of current Occupational Therapy methods in adult physical rehabilitation and in an acute adult hospital setting. Knowledge of Evidence Based Practice.
DESIRABLE REQUIREMENTS EDUCATION: Additional coursework in area of appropriate clinical skills. Demonstrated involvement in relevant professional development. PERSONAL ABILITIES/APTITUDE/SKILLS: Awareness of organisations and their strengths and weaknesses. Research skills. Ability to make positive contributions towards improving service quality. EXPERIENCE: Experience in student supervision. Experience in a large adult teaching hospital or specialist rehabilitation facility providing services to adults. Experience in quality improvement activities. Experience in providing supervision and support to therapy assistants. KNOWLEDGE: Knowledge of and ability to implement, Quality Improvement Programs. Branch Head / Senior Manager...Occupant... Date.../.../... Page 7