We are looking for a Telehealth Occupational Therapist to join our wonderful team.
Occupational Therapist Telehealth
Picture this…… it’s 9am and you’ve just sat down with a hot cup of tea at your desk at home.
Your dishwasher & washing machine are humming away in the background. (Is it just us or does it feel so productive to have two appliances going?)
You open up your computer and get ready for your first client. perhaps a child working on fine motor skills, or an adult needing a shower chair after a recent hip fracture. No two days look the same.
Meanwhile, in rural Australia, your clients are logging on to their appointments with you - virtually. On the ground in Parkes, you have a dedicated Allied Health Assistant who is supporting clients to log on, and is helping to keep them engaged and on track during their session.
After connecting with your clients from the comfort of your own home, it's time to jump on a call with one of your colleagues - A physiotherapist or Speech Pathologist to discuss a mutual client.
You are making a difference in the lives of rural communities all whilst working from home — no travel costs, no commuting, and no barriers!
You have a flexible working arrangement. You choose your own hours and working days across a minimum of 3 days per week, so there's never any need to ask permission to go to your kids' school concert. You also have access to unlimited support from a wider team of multidisciplinary therapists.
Every two months, you'll travel to our primary clinical location in Parkes, New South Wales for a face-to-face block — with all travel and accommodation costs fully covered by us. It's a wonderful opportunity to connect in person with your clients and your team, attend professional development, and experience the community you're making an impact in.
Sound like the dream job for you?
Kerin Health is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Occupational Therapist to join our dynamic and innovative team, providing high-quality therapeutic services to adults and children in rural Australia through Telehealth.
This unique opportunity allows you to work remotely while supporting clients of all ages and their families in rural areas. You will collaborate with a supportive multidisciplinary team, including Key Workers and Allied Health Assistants, to provide comprehensive care and interventions across a mixed caseload.
If you are passionate about rural healthcare and making a positive, lasting impact on the lives of clients across the lifespan in rural Australia, we'd love to hear from you.
This OT role offers a mixed adult and paediatric caseload on a permanent part-time basis, minimum 3 days per week.
Client caseload will include the following funding bodies:
- TACP (Transitional Aged Care Package)
- Home Care Package Clients
- NDIS Participants
Make a positive and lasting impact on the lives of clients in rural Australia - from the comfort of your own home.
The Benefits..
We truly believe that every person deserves to love coming to work!
Here are just a few of the benefits of working as part of the Kerin Health team:
Competitive, above award remuneration.
Flexible working — pick your own working days, minimum 3 days per week.
Fully funded face-to-face trips to Parkes, NSW every two months — travel and accommodation 100% covered.
Full Admin team for your support! Printing, filing, confirming appointments, client liaison — all taken care of so you can focus on your clients.
Annual wellness budget — $500 per annum to spend toward any service provided by our business (yes, that includes our massage services ).
Paid professional development. Got a course you want to attend or a skill you wish to learn? We love to support our team to be their best selves and are always open to conversations about paid professional development.
A genuinely supportive team of multidisciplinary therapists to work alongside, lean on, and learn from.
Receive an annual wellness budget, and professional development funding.
Responsibilities include..
Telehealth Service Delivery: Deliver high-quality occupational therapy services to a diverse mixed caseload of adults and children via Telehealth platforms, using videoconferencing, virtual activities, and other digital tools. You will be supported by a dedicated Allied Health Assistant on the ground to bridge any gaps that Telehealth may not cover.
Conduct Initial Assessments: Conduct thorough assessments of clients across the lifespan referred to the service via Telehealth, utilising a range of appropriate assessment tools.
Treatment Planning and Intervention: Develop individualised treatment plans based on assessment findings, incorporating evidence-based interventions and therapeutic techniques to promote optimal independence and functional abilities for clients of all ages.
Collaborative Multidisciplinary Teamwork: Collaborate closely with a supportive multidisciplinary team, including Key Workers and Allied Health Assistants, to ensure coordinated and integrated care for clients. Participate in regular team meetings, case conferences, and ongoing communication to provide holistic support.
Client and Caregiver Education: Educate and empower clients, their families, and caregivers about occupational therapy goals, intervention strategies, and home-based activities to support progress. Provide resources and training as needed.
Face-to-Face Visits: Travel to Parkes, NSW every two months (all expenses paid) to deliver in-person therapy, attend team professional development days, and strengthen connections with your clients and community.
Progress Monitoring and Documentation: Regularly monitor and evaluate client progress towards established goals, adjust treatment plans accordingly, and maintain accurate and up-to-date documentation in accordance with organisational policies and standards.
Professional Development and Continuous Learning: Stay abreast of current research, best practices, and emerging trends in occupational therapy across the lifespan, Telehealth, and related fields.
Qualifications and Skills:
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited institution.
Current registration as an Occupational Therapist in Australia.
Experience working with both paediatric and adult populations, ideally across a mixed caseload.
Experience or interest in rural and remote health settings highly regarded.
Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, to effectively engage clients and families remotely.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.
Strong organisational skills, including time management and documentation.
About Kerin Health.
Providing exceptional health to rural communities is our mission here at Kerin Health.
Since 2016, our business has expanded exponentially to a varied multidisciplinary team of health professionals supporting the needs of our local Central West communities in New South Wales.
In January 2024, we opened our new state-of-the-art facility in Parkes, NSW — the first of its kind in the state. Our clinical space boasts multiple fitted-out clinic rooms, a fully operating gym for functional assessments, an early intervention space, and a sensory outdoor playground. These resources are available to you during your face-to-face visits, giving your clients the highest quality of in-person care.
We offer competitive compensation, flexible work arrangements, ongoing professional support, and opportunities for career growth in a supportive and collaborative environment.
Ready to apply for the remote role of your dreams?
To apply, please send your resume and cover letter to megan@kerinhealth.com.au
Any questions? Reach us at the same address — we'd love to chat.
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