• Fixed Term Full Time (80 hours per fortnight)
• Located in Frankston at Peninsula University Hospital
• Classification: Grade 1 Year 1-5*(VF3) plus super

Bayside Health is a public health service delivering high-quality care across every stage of life for close to 1.2 million people living in metropolitan Melbourne, the Mornington Peninsula, Koo Wee Rup, Bass Coast and Southern Gippsland.

We have more than 15 main sites, including hospitals, centres and clinics that provide comprehensive care from welcoming newborns to supporting older people and a full range of services in between.

More than 22,000 dedicated staff are focussed on providing exceptional, equitable, and locally connected care through shared expertise, compassion, and a commitment to continuous growth. Education and training are central to staff development as we encourage all employees to strive and thrive.

Bayside Health was formed following the merger of Alfred Health, Bass Coast Health, Gippsland Southern Health Service, Kooweerup Regional Health Service and Peninsula Health on 1 January 2026.

The Team & Role

Peninsula Health offers a dynamic Grade One Occupational Therapy Rotation Program with 6‑month rotations across acute, subacute, community, physical, and mental health settings. The program provides strong professional and operational support through experienced Grade Two therapists, regular supervision, and ongoing professional development.

As a Grade One Occupational Therapist, you will deliver safe and effective assessment and intervention to support patient recovery, promote timely discharge, and prevent readmission. You’ll work closely within a multidisciplinary team and develop the clinical skills needed to grow into an independent practitioner.

Please click here to see the position description.

Skills & Experience Required

• Current Registration with the Occupational Therapy Board of Australia (via AHPRA).
• Current Victorian Drivers Licence.
• A keen interest and motivation to increase your occupational therapy skills in public health in physical and/or mental health settings.
• Ability to assess occupational performance considering physical, cognitive and psychosocial, aspects of the person and their environment and determine appropriate intervention in physical and mental health settings.
• Aware of, interprets and applies Occupational Therapy theoretical frameworks.
• Demonstrates excellent written and verbal communication skills in a variety of settings.
• Monitors own performance. Takes an organised and methodical approach to the prioritisation of tasks and regularly plans and tracks progress.
• Conducts evidence based practice and is committed to professional development.
• Ability to be an effective team member within the occupational therapy and multidisciplinary team settings.

Benefits

• Step into state-of-the-art facilities
• Take advantage of low-cost onsite parking
• Boost your take-home pay with generous salary packaging & novated leasing
• Unlock exclusive discounts at top retailers and dining spots
• Stay fit with access to premium gyms via Fitness Passport

• Feel supported with our holistic Employee Assistance Program
• Grow your skills through top-tier education and training partners
• Join a vibrant, collaborative team led by passionate leaders

Next Steps

For role specific information please contact Cathy King - Deputy Head of Occupation Therapy on 0484647556.

If you experience any issues signing in or registering, please feel welcome to contact the Talent Acquisition Team at recruitmentandonboarding@phcn.vic.gov.au or 03 9784 2700 (option 1).

The role ceases advertising on 1st March 2026

Please note that applications will be considered upon receipt and that this job posting may close early if a sufficient number of applications are received, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.  

Thank you for your interest in this role. Bayside Health (Peninsula Health Care Group) is regularly advertising positions across the health service so please take the time to review other relevant opportunities by going to https://www.peninsulahealth.org.au/careers/

  
Additional Information

Bayside Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We encourage applications from individuals from all cultural backgrounds including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. We also provide a safe and supportive workplace for people with all abilities.   

To find out more about our recruitment processes, compliance obligations and to prepare your application to join our team please visit: https://www.peninsulahealth.org.au/careers/working-preparing-employment/   

*Please refer to Allied Health Professionals (Victorian Public Sector) (Single Interest Employers) Enterprise Agreement 2021 – 2026 salary circular for salary range. Sub-grading will be based on years of experience.  For further information on salary range classifications and grading please refer to the following page: https://www.peninsulahealth.org.au/careers/working-with-us/salary-rates/

It is strongly recommended that individuals in this role remain up to date with their COVID-19 vaccinations.  

Join Bayside Health and help us to deliver healthy lives for everyone, through sustainable, innovative, compassionate care.