Occupational Therapist: Specialist Hand & Upper Limb Therapy

About the Role

A well-established private practice in Perth is looking for an experienced Occupational Therapist with a genuine hand therapy focus. The practice works exclusively with the hand, wrist, elbow and upper limb, so the caseload is varied and clinically rich. This is a permanent role, full time ideally, with senior positions available for the right person.

About the practice

• A private practice dedicated entirely to hand and upper limb rehabilitation
• A team of Occupational Therapists and Physiotherapists working side by side
• Clinics spread across Perth
• Close working relationships with surgeons, GPs and other referrers
• Membership of the national hand therapy association, with a clear emphasis on evidence-based care
• A caseload that spans trauma, post-operative rehab, nerve injuries, tendon repairs and repetitive strain conditions
• Treatment plans built around each patient’s goals, using splinting, exercise, education and hands-on techniques
• A dedicated admin team that handles bookings and paperwork so therapists can focus on clinical work
• Workers compensation and return to work cases as part of the mix

What you’ll be doing

• Assessing and treating patients with hand, wrist and upper limb injuries and conditions
• Designing and fabricating custom thermoplastic splints
• Managing oedema, scars and wounds as part of post-surgical and post-trauma recovery
• Prescribing graded exercise programs, nerve gliding and neuromuscular retraining
• Advising on return to work and safe resumption of everyday activities
• Liaising with surgeons and referrers about progress and treatment direction
• Contributing to a team that shares knowledge and supports each other’s clinical development

What we’re looking for

• Current AHPRA registration as an Occupational Therapist
• Demonstrated experience in hand therapy, as we are looking for specialist hand therapists
• Confident splinting skills and sound clinical reasoning across common hand and wrist conditions
• Membership of, or eligibility for, the national hand therapy association is an advantage
• Strong communication skills with patients and referrers
• Candidates relocating to Perth are welcome to apply
• Full working rights, or eligibility for sponsorship

What’s in it for you

• Permanent employment, with full time preferred
• Senior role opportunities for suitably experienced candidates
• Sponsorship available for the right candidate
• Work focused entirely on hand therapy, without needing to juggle unrelated caseloads
• A large, collaborative team of hand therapists to learn from
• Strong referral relationships with surgeons and other clinicians
• Remuneration that reflects your experience

Location

• Perth, WA: A sunny, outdoorsy city with beaches, parks and a relaxed pace of life

Keen to know more? Reach out to Camille at camille@mediix.com.au for a confidential chat.