- Permanent Full Time Occupational Therapist Oppurtunity
- Located in Frankston
- Classification: Occupational Therapist Grade 1 Year 1 - Grade 2 Year 4 (VE8 - VF9)* plus super
- Great staff benefits! 5 weeks annual leave and salary packaging
- Flexible Hours / Hybrid work options available
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
Join our Peninsula At Home Subacute team, a 7‑day multidisciplinary service delivering evidence‑based rehabilitation in patients’ homes across the Peninsula. Our model shifts subacute care from hospital to community, supporting recovery, function and quality of life with input from allied health, nursing, pharmacy and medical teams. Care is provided across multiple streams, including support to Hospital in the Home (HITH) and Home‑Based Cancer Care.
We are recruiting Grade 1 and Grade 2 Occupational Therapists to provide flexible, person‑centred care for patients requiring rehabilitation (general, orthopaedic and neurological), geriatric evaluation and palliative care. Therapy is delivered through home visits, clinics, group programs and telehealth, offering an alternative to inpatient admission.
Grade 1 Occupational Therapists will deliver evidence‑based assessment and intervention under the supervision of senior clinicians, with strong support for learning and development. This newly created role forms part of the Better@Home initiative and may support the broader Health Independence Program.
Grade 2 Occupational Therapists will provide advanced clinical care and contribute to leadership, supervision and service development within the team.
This opportunity suits clinicians who value collaboration, critical thinking and meaningful community‑based care.
Please click here to view the Grade 1 Occupational Therapist Position Description
Please click here to view the Grade 2 Occupational Therapist Position Description
Skills and Experience Required
Grade 1 Occupational Therapist
- Current Registration with the Occupational Therapy Board of Australia (via AHPRA).
- Current 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.
Grade 2 Occupational Therapist
- Registration with the Occupational Therapy board of Australia (via AHPRA)
- Experience in Orthopaedic/Neurological/Geriatric Occupational Therapy in subacute or community care
- Current Victorian drivers licence
Please see relevant Grade 1 and Grade 2 Occupational Therapist position descriptions for full key selection criteria.
Benefits
• 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
• Join a vibrant, collaborative team led by passionate leaders
Next Steps
For role specific information please contact Ester Mebalds at emebalds@phcn.vic.gov.au
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 23 April 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.
Bayside Health employees; you must click 'employee login' to apply for this position internally.
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.
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.
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.