[High Salary] Occupational Therapist- Longreach

Overview

- Join a leading not-for-profit primary health provider
- Earn from $80,445 + super, with salary packaging up to $15,900 tax-free
- 5 weeks annual leave, 17.5% leave loading, relocation + accommodation support

Make a real impact in rural health while enjoying a rewarding career and lifestyle

Come for the life experience. Stay for the lifestyle.

NWRH is on the lookout for a passionate Occupational Therapist to join our team in Longreach. Full-time, part-time, and fixed-term options are available — perfect whether you’re a new graduate or an experienced clinician.

As part of our supportive, multidisciplinary team, you’ll deliver high-quality OT services without the barriers of private practice funding. That means more time for long-term treatment, prevention strategies, and real impact in the community.

Why You’ll Love Working With Us

- Great pay & perks – salaries from $80,445 + salary packaging up to $15,900
- More time off – 5 weeks annual leave + 17.5% leave loading
- Career growth – 10 days paid PD leave + up to $10,000 for development each year
- Relocation made easy – financial support, rental subsidy + arrival accommodation
- Extra goodies – birthday leave, service recognition bonuses & staff celebration programs
- Family-friendly – paid parental & partner leave + free EAP for you and your family
- Feel supported – structured supervision, mentoring & a collaborative team
- Be inspired – work with dynamic leaders who value innovation and people

What You’ll Do

- Deliver a variety of OT services across diverse client groups
- Support inclusion in community, school, leisure, and work activities
- Assess and enhance emotional, cognitive, physical and developmental abilities
- Recommend environmental adaptations to maximise performance
- Provide education and advice to families, carers, and communities
- Contribute to early childhood supports and community health programs

What We’re Looking For

- Relevant Occupational Therapy qualification
- Passion for making a difference in rural healthcare

Whether you’re starting out or looking for your next challenge, you’ll gain varied caseload experience, mentorship, and the chance to shape healthier communities.

For questions, contact Mary Macintosh at mary.macintosh@nwrh.com.au or (07) 4652 7100.

Join a team where your work truly matters – Apply Now

About NWRH

NWRH is a vibrant, leading not-for-profit provider of community and outreach-based allied health, mental health, aged care, wellbeing and disability services. We’ve been providing services to more than 50 communities throughout regional, rural and remote Australia since 1993.

NWRH harnesses the diversity, energy and professionalism of a large team of multidisciplinary healthcare professionals. We share a commitment to cultural competency, providing a comprehensive and robust model of healthcare service delivery.

At NWRH, you’ll have the opportunity to work in rural, remote and regional locations, be part of a supportive, multidisciplinary team and feel rewarded by the real difference we make in people’s lives. Grow, both personally and professionally, and set yourself up for success throughout your career

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