Job Description
Posting Start Date:  08/05/2026
Req ID:  5412
Job Title:  Occupational Therapist
Employment Status:  Fixed Term Part Time
Job Location:  Frankston
Job Description: 
  • Fixed Term Part Time until June 2027 - 48 hours per fortnight
  • Located in Frankston
  • Classification: Occupational therapist Grade 2 Year 1 - Year 4 (VF6 - VF9)* 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 focused 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 

 

This is a varied and impactful Occupational Therapist role, managing a diverse caseload and delivering person-centred, occupation-based care. Working within a supportive multidisciplinary team, you’ll make confident clinical decisions and contribute to safe, high-quality patient outcomes.

 

You’ll also play a key leadership role, supervising junior staff and students, contributing to quality improvement initiatives and supporting service development. It’s an excellent opportunity to strengthen both your clinical expertise and leadership capability in a collaborative environment.

  

Please click here to see the position description. 

  

Skills & Experience Required 

 

  • Current registration with the Occupational Therapy Board of Australia (via AHPRA).
  • Current Victorian Driver’s Licence.
  • High level skills in assessment of occupational performance considering physical, cognitive and psychosocial aspects of the person and their environment and determine appropriate intervention and discharge planning for the setting.
  • Demonstrated competence in home assessments and recommendations for equipment and basic home modifications.

  

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 Passporte number/email address. 
  • 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 Alison Lunt ALunt@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 22 May 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. 

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