Occupational Therapist

Looking for a change of Scenery?

Make the move to the Flinders and Upper North region as an Occupational Therapist. Just 3 hour drive north of Adelaide, Port Augusta is beautifully situated at the northern tip of the tranquil Spencer Gulf, embraced by the majestic Flinders Ranges. Here, you'll find a warm and welcoming community paired with an invigorating outdoor lifestyle, making this opportunity much more than just a job—it's the start of a thrilling new adventure

• Flinders and Upper North Local Health Network – Port Augusta
• AHP1 | Full Time | Ongoing
• Base Salary Range: $68,478 - $83,594 p.a
• In addition to base salary, this position attracts Superannuation, Leave Loading and Salary Sacrificing Benefits (salary packaging).

Join our team as an Occupational Therapist and deliver impactful, client-focused care that improves lives in your community

About Us:

The Flinders and Upper North region offers a relaxed lifestyle, breath taking views, endless adventures and friendly and diverse communities. With a short commute to work, you'll have more time in your day to spend with your family, friends and explore the many attractions of the Flinders and Upper North region. With wide-open spaces, parks and sports and access to many recreational activities, you'll find something to enjoy outside of work. There is access to public and private schooling, including tertiary education, making it a great place to raise a family.

You will become a part of a supportive and welcoming team and have opportunities to work in a variety of settings whilst working across both discipline specific and multi-disciplinary teams. You'll also have access to continuing education and development opportunities, allowing you to grow your career, all while working to improve community health outcomes and wellbeing.

Find out more about working with the Flinders and Upper North Local Health Network at: Working at the FUNLHN

Want to discover more watch: Port Augusta Hospital and Regional Health Service

Site and Service:

Port Augusta Hospital and Regional Health Service

The Port Augusta Hospital and Regional Health Service is a large regional hospital that provides a wide range of services including emergency, general and surgical, maternity, outpatient, and outreach services. The hospital has 58 beds including flex and monitored beds. The Port Augusta Hospital also has chemotherapy services and has a Renal Dialysis Unit and a Paediatric Department, both of which are the largest outside of Adelaide. Our staff work in close partnership with community health services and Aboriginal health providers, to ensure that optimum care is delivered to all areas of the community. Find out more about the Services at Port Augusta Hospital and Health Service | SA Health

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Relocation and Accommodation Assistance:

• Financial assistance for relocation may be available for eligible applicants for appointments prior to 31 December 2026. Further details regarding this can be found here
• Accommodation support may be available - conditions apply

Support and Training:

• Supervision – as per the Regional LHN Allied Health Supervision Framework
• Access to Professional Development funding
• Support with transitioning into professional practice – through the Transition to Professional Practice Program for Allied Health Professionals (AHP1).  Transition to Professional Practice Program for Allied Health Professionals (AHPs) | SA Health
• Scholarships may be available to undertake a Certificate of Rural General Practice/Graduate Diploma of Rural Generalist Practice via the Allied Health Rural Generalist Pathway (AHRGP) Rural Generalist Program - JCU Australia
• Access to contextual Aboriginal Cultural Awareness Training (specific to the region) and access to Aboriginal Liaison Officers and Aboriginal Health Practitioners
• Links with Rural Support Service (RSS) – for useful resources and professional support and/or Clinical Governance

About the Role:

Under the guidance of the Regional Senior Occupational Therapist, the Occupational Therapist plays a vital role in delivering a comprehensive and integrated range of health services tailored to the needs of the local community. Working as part of a multi-professional team—including health professionals and service providers from other sectors—the therapist applies a combination of preventative strategies, early intervention, treatment, therapy, and evaluation approaches to support and enhance community wellbeing.

Learn more about our Allied Health workforce

Looking for a change in scenery? – Allied Health

About You:

• Must hold a recognised qualification within the relevant allied health profession, and be eligible for full membership of the relevant allied health Professional Association. For those disciplines requiring Registration, all requirements to maintain current registration must be fulfilled. For self-regulated professions it is desirable to participate in the professional associations' accredited continuous professional development program.
• Deliver a broad range of straightforward clinical services using established methods.
• Apply professional judgment with guidance from a Clinical Senior.
• Conduct one-on-one, group, and health promotion activities.
• Manage and prioritise your personal workload efficiently.

Please refer to the role descriptions below for more detailed information on the position, responsibilities, and qualifications.

Immunisation Risk for this position is - Category A (direct contact with blood or body substances)

Applicant Information:

• The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working including part-time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.
• Appointment will be subject to a satisfactory Criminal History Check and Immunisation compliance as indicated on the Role description.
• SA Health Services are required to implement the Addressing vaccine preventable disease: Occupational assessment, screening and vaccination policy in the workplace.
• Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants are encouraged to apply. Job Ref: 912154

Want To Know More? Contact:

Dan Johnson - A/Team Leader Clinical Services Team, ,

Application Closing Date: Thursday 18th September PM

Attachments:

912154 AHP1 Role

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