Senior Occupational Therapist – Acute Services

Employment Type: Temporary Full Time (February February 2027) – Job share may be considered

Position Classification: Occupational Therapist Level 3

Remuneration: $116, $120,679.52 pa (+ superannuation + salary packaging options)

Location: Orange, NSW – Find out more

Hours Per Week: Up to 38

Applications Close: 01 December 2025 – 11:59pm

Senior Occupational Therapist – Acute Services

Mental Health Drug & Alcohol (MHDA) Bloomfield, Orange

About the role

Join our large and dynamic Occupational Therapy team as the Senior Occupational Therapist of acute mental health, drug and alcohol services.

The Senior Occupational Therapist works across the acute units at Bloomfield Hospital including the MHICU, Adult Acute, Sub-acute and Older Persons Acute inpatient units.

This is a temporary full-time position for 12 months from February 2026 – February

This position will work directly and provide leadership to Level 1/2 Occupational Therapists and Allied Health Assistants working on the acute units.

This Senior Occupational Therapy positions has a varied case-load across the acute units and works directly with the consumer, treating team and external providers.

The Occupational Therapy department at the Bloomfield Mental Health, Drug & Alcohol Service is a friendly and dynamic team which consists of 5 Senior Clinicians, 4 Junior Clinicians, Diversional Therapist, a Health Education Officer and a large number of Allied Health Assistants. We work as part of a large multidisciplinary team that is committed to providing all consumers with holistic, evidence based care that focuses on patient safety and engagement.

In Orange you can enjoy life without the challenges of metropolitan living.

To find out more about the role click to view the Position Description

A career with Western NSW means you can challenge yourself, make an impact and shape the future of rural health. To explore the benefits of a career in our Local Health District, visit the WNSWLHD website.

To apply for this role:

• Click 'Apply'
• Create a profile in the Recruitment & Onboarding (ROB) System or sign in using your existing login
• Upload your current resume
• Answer the selection criteria

Role-related enquiries: Please contact Melissa Lane, on or at for more information.

Additional information for applicants:

• All suitably qualified Aboriginal people are encouraged to apply for this position. This is a targeted position under GSE Rule 26. Where possible, affirmative action will be applied to support employment of eligible persons.
• This recruitment may be used to create an Eligibility List for similar roles in the future.
• Western NSW LHD can provide reasonable adjustments in the workplace. Applicants who provide information on an injury, health condition, or disability in their pre-employment forms will receive a functional assessment from our Risk Management Unit (RMU). This review will consider the applicant's needs and what reasonable adjustments and workplace supports are available to support their employment journey.
• Western NSW LHD is committed to the safety and wellbeing of every child in our care. All staff in WNSWLHD are required to provide a safe and supportive environment for children, while working to protect them from harm and abuse. For more information on the Child Safety Standards, visit: NSW Government - Office of Children's Guardian
• Western NSW is committed to creating a safe and accessible workplace that promotes diversity, inclusion and belonging. As a vibrant and diverse region, rich in community and culture, we welcome applications from all people to build a respectful workplace dedicated to delivering the best health outcomes for our community.
• To find out more about the remuneration and conditions, visit NSW Public Health System Awards
• For more information, visit a Guide to Employment with WNSWLHD