Job Description
Posting Start Date: 03/07/2026
Req ID: 5907
Job Title: Occupational Therapist
Employment Status: Permanent Part Time
Job Location: Frankston
Job Description:
Permanent Part Time, 64 hours per fortnight
Located at: Golf Links Road, 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
The Transition Care Program provides multidisciplinary services to older people across the Mornington Peninsula, supporting individuals as they transition from hospital to home and helping to reduce unnecessary hospital stays and Emergency Department presentations. The program delivers nursing care, personal care, case management and allied health services, supporting 85 community and home-based transition care beds. As a Grade 2 Occupational Therapist, you will manage a diverse aged care caseload, provide high-quality assessment and intervention, work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team, support junior staff and students, and contribute to service improvement and positive patient outcomes through person-centred care.
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Skills & Experience Required
Bachelor of Occupational Therapy, Masters of Occupational Therapy Practice or Bachelor of Applied Science (Occupational Therapy) or equivalent.
Current general registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) – Occupational Therapy, with no restrictions
A minimum of 3 years professional experience in working with older adults.
Interest and/or experience in Quality improvement and research activities.
Capacity to supervise OT students, Grade 1 Occupational Therapists and Allied Health Assistants.
Commitment to Occupational Therapy practice in an appropriate and professional manner.
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 Passport
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 Paul Colosimo (
[email protected])
If you experience any issues signing in or registering, please feel welcome to contact the Talent Acquisition Team at
[email protected] or 03 9784 2700 (option 1).
The role ceases advertising on 17 July 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 – 202 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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