Job Description
Posting Start Date:  25/05/2026
Req ID:  5626
Job Title:  Occupational Therapist
Employment Status:  Fixed Term Full Time, Fixed Term Part Time
Job Location:  Frankston
Job Description: 

•    Limited Term Full Time or Part Time (80 hours per fortnight full time)
•    Located at Golf Links Road, Frankston, but may be required to work across other Peninsula Health sites
•    Classification: VF9 (Grade 2 Year 1-4*) 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

Join the Community Rehabilitation Program (CRP) delivering flexible, evidence-based occupational therapy services to patients requiring rehabilitation across the Peninsula. This role supports individuals with diverse conditions, including neurological presentations, through a mix of home visits, centre-based care, group therapy, and telehealth.

Working within a multidisciplinary team, you’ll focus on client-centred goal setting, timely discharge planning, and optimal patient outcomes. You’ll also contribute to clinical supervision, quality improvement, and service development. This is an ideal opportunity for an Occupational Therapist who values teamwork, adaptability, and delivering high-quality care in a community setting.

Please click here to see the position description.
 

Skills & Experience Required

•    Registration with the Occupational Therapy board of Australia (via AHPRA) 
•    Demonstrated experience with neurological and general rehabilitation. 
•    Able to competently perform Occupational Therapy in rehabilitation, including assessment, treatment and discharge planning
•    Current Victorian drivers licence  
•    Experience in Occupational Therapy rehabilitation in a community setting (desirable)

 

Benefits 
•    Step into state-of-the-art facilities
•    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 Thea Moloney (TMOLONEY@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 9th June 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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