Find your next opportunity

Job details

Occupational Therapist – Griffith Join the multidisciplinary team at Griffith Health Service as an Occupational Therapist Level 1/2, delivering high-quality, patient-centred care across a diverse range of clinical settings while supporting people to achieve optimal health, wellbeing and independence through meaningful participation in everyday life. This rewarding role offers opportunities for professional growth, clinical supervision, outreach and virtual care, and collaboration with experienced allied health professionals to make a real difference in rural and regional communities. Our Benefits Financial: 12% superannuation Salary packaging and novated leasing Annual leave with 17.5% leave loading (for full-time and part-time staff) Relocation Considerations Access to the Welcome Experience Work-Life Balance Flexible work options, including hybrid and varied hours (depending on the role) Paid maternity and parental leave (for more information) Generous leave options like long service and carers leave Health & Wellbeing Discounted gym membership through Fitness Passport Free and confidential support for staff and their families via our Staff Wellbeing and Support Service (EAP) Wellbeing programs that promote mental health, resilience, and balance Employment Type: Permanent Full Time, Part Time and Casual opportunities available Position Classification: Occupational Therapist – Level 1/2 Remuneration: $79,419.00 - $113,301.00 per annum, pro rata (+ super +17.5% leave loading where applicable) Hours Per Week: up to 38 Requisition ID: REQ688694 Location: Griffith About The Role We are looking for an experienced Occupational Therapist to join us in this exciting role to deliver comprehensive Occupational Therapy services across diverse clinical areas and settings, including outreach and virtual care. We have positions available throughout our Occupational Therapy Services teams including General Hospital, ED Short Stay Unit and Orthopaedics. This is an exciting opportunity to work across various areas of the hospital allowing you to build up skills and knowledge from all different clinical areas. As The Occupational Therapist, You Will Be Responsible For Conduct patient-centred assessments, goal setting, treatment planning, intervention, education, and clinical care using evidence-based practice Assess, diagnose, and manage clients within scope of practice to promote functional outcomes and wellbeing Monitor and evaluate treatment effectiveness, adjusting care plans in collaboration with senior clinicians as required Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to optimise patient outcomes and support safe, timely discharge planning Provide education and support to patients, families, carers, Allied Health Assistants, and other healthcare professionals Work independently while seeking supervision appropriately to ensure safe, high-quality care Our Ideal Candidate Will Hold an recognised degree in Occupational Therapy and current registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA). Experience delivering patient-centred, evidence-based Occupational Therapy services across a variety of clinical areas. Excellent organisational and time management abilities, with the capacity to manage competing priorities effectively. Sound problem-solving skills, with the ability to assess situations, prioritise tasks, and develop practical solutions. A commitment to professional development, evidence-based practice, and continuous improvement. A current Class C driver's licence Current Australian working rights More Information Download the Position Description Find out more about applying for this position. For role related queries or questions contact Ellen McMaster on [email protected] for a confidential chat. Applications close: 23 September 2026 This is a NSW Health Category A position which requires immunisation and screening for certain diseases. The full list of requirements are outlined in the NSW Health OASV Policy MLHD values diversity and is committed to building an inclusive workplace culture that reflects the community we serve. We encourage applications from diverse community groups including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, LGBTI, people with a disability and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander applicants can access recruitment application support through the Stepping Up initiative. NSW Health is committed to implementing the Child Safe Standards.

What you’ll do

Deliver comprehensive Occupational Therapy services across diverse clinical settings, including the General Hospital, ED Short Stay Unit, and Orthopaedics. Responsibilities include conducting patient-centred assessments, implementing evidence-based interventions, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient outcomes.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a recognized degree in Occupational Therapy and current registration with AHPRA. A current Class C driver's licence and Australian working rights are also required.

Benefits

• 12% Superannuation • Salary packaging • Novated leasing • Annual leave with 17.5% leave loading • Relocation considerations • Welcome experience • Flexible work options • Paid maternity and parental leave • Long service leave • Carers leave • Discounted gym membership through Fitness Passport • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Listed skills

• Time management · Preferred
• Clinical care · Preferred
• Problem solving · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Patient-centred assessment
• Goal setting
• Treatment planning
• Evidence-based practice
• Clinical care
• Functional outcome management
• Discharge planning
• Multidisciplinary collaboration
• Patient education
• Time management
• Problem-solving
• Clinical supervision

Job areas

• Healthcare
• Government & Public Sector
• Social Services