Senior Occupational Therapist

2 days ago

Canberra, ACT, Australia Canberra Health Services Full time
Overview

Senior Occupational Therapist – Canberra Health Services

Employment Type: Permanent Full Time
Classification: Health Professional 3 (600730)
Salary: $109,543 - $123,772 (Plus 12% Super)
Location: North Canberra Hospital
Section: Allied Health and Palliative Care
Closing Date: 15 September 2025

What we offer
  • City living with accessible amenities and strong lifestyle benefits in Canberra.
  • Competitive pay rates and excellent working conditions within a tertiary hospital.
  • Salary Packaging with fringe benefits tax concessions.
  • Flexible working conditions.
  • Relocation expense reimbursement for interstate candidates (subject to review and approval).
About the Role

As a Senior Occupational Therapist at North Canberra Hospital, you'll provide expert clinical care to patients in acute wards while leading and supervising a small team, including an Allied Health Assistant. Approximately 75% of your time will be spent managing a complex clinical caseload, with the remainder focused on team leadership, student supervision, and service development. You will work within a multidisciplinary environment to deliver high-quality, evidence-based care, support professional growth through education and supervision, and contribute to quality improvement and clinical governance initiatives.

This role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on patient outcomes and to shape the future of occupational therapy services at North Canberra Hospital.

Position Duties & Requirements
  • For more information regarding the position duties, refer to the Position Description.
  • Prior to commencement, successful candidates will be required to:
    • Undergo a pre-employment National Police Check.
    • Comply with Canberra Health Services Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination policy.
    Qualifications & Selection

We are seeking qualified occupational therapists with the ability to lead a team, manage a complex caseload, and contribute to service development within a multidisciplinary health care setting.

How to Apply

Please apply online by submitting:

  • A copy of your CV
  • A maximum 2-page cover letter addressing the Selection Criteria listed in the Position Description
  • Submission of this document is required to be considered for the role

Please note: applications submitted via an agency will not be accepted for this position.

About Canberra Health Services

CHS is focused on delivering high-quality, personalized care across acute, sub-acute, primary and community health services for the ACT and surrounding region. CHS is committed to workforce diversity and an inclusive workplace. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disabilities, and people who identify as LGBTQIA+ are particularly encouraged to apply.

Contact

For further information, please contact Jessica Grove at Jessica.A.Grove@act.gov.au.

Job Details

Job function: Health Care Provider

Industries: Hospitals and Health Care


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