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Occupational Therapy Clinical Educator - Senior - Cairns
Cairns
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Inspire and develop the next generation of occupational therapists. As the Occupational Therapy Clinical Educator - Senior, you will lead and support clinical education, mentoring students, graduates, and clinicians while driving innovation and excellence in practice. Join a collaborative state-wide network and make a lasting impact on workforce capability and patient care.Job details
| Position status | Permanent |
|---|---|
| Position type | Full-time |
| Occupational group | Health - Allied Health/Clinical Support |
| Classification | HP4 |
| Workplace Location | Cairns region,Far North Qld |
| Job ad reference | QLD/CAH696036 |
| Closing date | 16-Nov-2026 |
| Job duration | Permanent Full Time |
| Contact person | Michelle Bremner |
| Contact details | 07 4226 0270 Access the National Relay Service |
COMPASSION | ACCOUNTABILITY | INTEGRITY | RESPECT |
About us:
The Cairns and Hinterland Hospital and Health Service covers a large geographic area with a diverse and growing population. The Health Service provides a wide range of primary care, acute and specialist services.
Our staff are a part of the community we serve, and we strongly believe that health outcomes are enhanced by involving our community in the planning and evaluation of local health services.
About your opportunity:
In this position you will…
- Coordinate clinical education programs for pre-entry students and new graduate occupational therapy staff and support clinicians to undertake clinical education of pre-entry students and new graduates, including ongoing monitoring and identification of local clinical education needs, promoting local capacity as well as quality, consistency and minimum standards of education.
- Provide frequent high level advice to professional and operational supervisors, relevant service managers and other stakeholders regarding professional standards and development of clinical education programs, to improve services at a local and HHS level.
- Develop and maintain partnerships with local and statewide clinical education colleagues, including multidisciplinary educators, to build clinical education capacity, promote innovative practices and support quality clinical education and training for new graduates and pre-entry students.
For more information about this role, please refer to the attached Role Description.
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What we offer:
Cairns and Hinterland Hospital and Health service offer a number of workplace benefits. Besides attractive remuneration, generous superannuation, salary packaging and career development opportunities, we value a healthy work/life balance that allows you take advantage of the sunshine, hiking tracks, swimming spots, reef and rainforest.
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Further information
We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.
Applicants are to apply online. If the information requested in the `how to apply¿ section is not provided, you may not meet the requirements for further consideration of your application.
Documents
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