New Graduate Occupational Therapist – Oodles Therapy

4 days ago

Australia Northern Territory PHN Full time $90,000 per year
New Graduate Occupational Therapist – Oodles Therapy
  • Salary: $80,000–$90,000 (New Graduate), plus 12.5% Superannuation
  • 6 Weeks Annual Leave + 17.5% Leave Loading
  • Relocation: Paid relocation available – let's chat

About Oodles Therapy:

Oodles Therapy is a vibrant, values-driven allied health practice based on Jawoyn land in Katherine, NT. We're passionate about delivering culturally safe, person-centred care to remote communities across the Big Rivers region. As the only private allied health clinic permanently based in the area, we offer occupational therapy and speech pathology services in clinic, schools, homes, and workplaces.

We believe therapy should be meaningful, flexible, and fun and we're building a team that reflects that.

About the Role:

We're seeking an enthusiastic Occupational Therapist to join our transdisciplinary team. You'll work across the lifespan with clients funded through ECEI, NDIS, aged care, and private sources. This role blends traditional OT duties with community engagement and capacity building, perfect for someone who thrives in dynamic, remote settings.

Key Responsibilities

Clinical Duties:

  • Manage a diverse caseload across settings
  • Deliver evidence-based, culturally safe assessments and interventions
  • Prescribe Assistive Technology and recommend Home Modifications
  • Complete ADL, FCA, and SIL assessments
  • Collaborate with families, support coordinators, GPs, and community organisations
  • Supervise OT students and contribute to group therapy programs
  • Maintain clear, timely documentation
  • Qualifications & Checks
  • Bachelor/Master of Occupational Therapy
  • AHPRA Registration
  • Medicare Provider Number (or in progress)
  • NT Ochre Card & Police Check
  • Disability Worker Exclusion Scheme Check
  • Current Driver's Licence

Ideal Candidate

Essential:

  • Passion for remote health and willingness to relocate
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to work autonomously and collaboratively
  • Commitment to culturally safe practice

Desirable:
- Experience with NDIS/ECEI
- Familiarity with complex conditions (Autism, FASD, trauma)
- Experience working with First Nations peoples
- First Aid Certificate & 4WD training

If you are interested in this opportunity, apply now or give Rell Werner a call on to find out more.

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Job Reference:

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BIG RIVERS

  • Job Category:

Allied health
- Pay Rate:

$ $90000

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