Occupational Therapist

*The Role

An opportunity has become available for several Occupational Therapists - Senior (Rehabilitation) to join Gold Coast Health (GCH) where the focus of our strong team is on providing world-class health care to people living in the Gold Coast, and northern New South Wales region of Australia.

You will

Deliver high level Occupational Therapy clinical rehabilitation services across multiple and varied clinical areas

Undertake high level, independent multi-specialty clinical duties within the Occupational Therapy department

Apply professional judgement to a complex caseload

Demonstrate an awareness of and ability to use data collection, KPIs, service evaluation and risk management methods

About you

To be successful in this position you will require:

Tertiary degree in Occupational Therapy

AHPRA Registration

While not mandatory, relevant clinical experience in a tertiary hospital within rehabilitation services and/or possession of relevant post-graduate qualifications would be highly desirable

Evidence of vaccination, or be able to be vaccinated against and remain vaccinated against - Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella, Pertussis and Hepatitis B

Tuberculosis screening, to identify if the tuberculosis vaccination may be required

Driver Licence

Declaration of serious discipline history must be disclosed

Criminal History Screening will be required for new employees (GCH will cover cost)

Benefits

Flexible work options

Career Development

Salary Packaging

Modern Facilities

Diverse Work Culture

Research Opportunities

12.75% super

17.5% leave loading

Salary

Temporary full time and temporary part time (two full time, one part time position, up to 12 months with possibility of extension, hrs negotiable)

Base salary ranging from $ $ per annum, $ $69.55 per hour

About Us

The Gold Coast University Hospital's Occupational Therapy department is a dynamic and rapidly growing service. The team provide a high standard of clinical service including support to new graduates, student programs and specialty services. Occupational Therapy promotes health and well-being through occupation. Our mission is to maximise an individuals' level of independence and quality of life to enable meaningful life roles, by the provision of a consumer focused, high quality and holistic occupational therapy service. The Occupational Therapy department at Gold Coast Health has a strong focus on clinical excellence, research and healthcare improvement, and is grounded in a culture of success.

About Gold Coast Health

Nationally and internationally recognised location for innovative medical research and health care

Annual operating budget exceeding $1.5 billion

More than 1100 beds across three hospitals - Gold Coast University Hospital, Robina Hospital, Varsity Lakes Hospital and Robina and Southport Health Precincts

Secondary and tertiary health services across more than 20 facilities

Opportunity to combine professional advancement, job satisfaction and relaxation into one fulfilling lifestyle

A workplace culture that encourages people to bring their whole selves to work so that they can perform at their best

Committed to reflecting the diversity of the Gold Coast community and ensuring each staff member is included and feels like they belong

How to Apply

Click APPLY to submit your application by Wednesday, 24 September 2025

Gold Coast Health is committed to providing an accessible, inclusive work environment. Please contact the nominated person if you require any reasonable adjustments throughout this recruitment process.

Job Ad reference: GC

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