Occupational Therapist Candidate Pool

Limestone Coast Local Health Network Occupational Therapy Candidate Pool (AHP1/2)

• Limestone Coast Local Health Network - Country Health Connect, Mount Gambier
• Salary: $68,478 - $83,594 p.a. (pro rata) - AHP1; $88,255 - $102,240 p.a. (pro rata) - AHP2 + Superannuation and Salary Sacrifice Benefits
• Temporary (full-time, part-time, short term/long term) positions may be available 

We are seeking Occupational Therapists to join our dynamic, large, and well-established Occupational Therapy team which services the beautiful Limestone Coast region. We have opportunities for experienced as well as new graduate clinicians to join us, with positions working diversely across health care, aged care, paediatric and the disability sector. 

The team supports inpatient services to the largest regional hospital in South Australia, as well as connecting to many other regional hospital sites, as well as providing services to paediatric and adult community clients and their families. 

We provide health care services within the Mount Gambier, Bordertown, Kingston, Lucindale, Millicent, Naracoorte, and Penola areas. It is well established with technology and infrastructure to support modern telehealth services. There is the potential to base yourself in a large regional city or in one of the many beautiful surrounding towns and regions.

The Occupational Therapists work within an energetic and rewarding environment working onsite amongst a range of other allied health, nursing, and medical professionals. In addition to the strong professional connections you will make, we are a large workforce with social networking opportunities if you are new to the region. In addition, there is a young professionals association which run regular fun social events within the region.

Occupational therapy is a diverse and flexible discipline and our team provides the option to consolidate skills in preferred areas of practise as well as exposure and the adaptability to extend clinical, networking, communication and leadership skills.

We are continually seeking talented individuals to join our team. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, and qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews as opportunities arise.

Feel free to get in touch with us if you require further information.

BENEFITS

• Job security and financial incentives: in addition to the annual salary and entitlements (superannuation & leave loading), we also offer salary sacrifice benefits, watch a short video about what salary packaging is. 
• Relocation reimbursement of up to $13,000 may be available to people relocating for this opportunity. More information available from SA Health Careers - Relocation support.
• Work/life balance - many sporting clubs, activities and social events suitable for young and mature professionals
• Supported in Clinical Supervision and Professional Development opportunities, including New Graduate Support Program

You must hold a recognised qualification within the Occupational Therapy profession, and be eligible for full membership of the Occupational Therapy Board of Australia. All requirements to maintain current registration must be fulfilled.

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

The Region

The Limestone Coast Local Health Network provides a wide range of health care services to residents within the Limestone Coast region, which is situated in the south-eastern part of South Australia and extending all the way to the Victorian border.

The Limestone Coast Local Health Network is surrounded by a world class wine region, outdoor adventures, and some of South Australia's best coastline, offering a work-life balance like no other.

Your lifestyle

• Relaxed and affordable lifestyle
• Access to safe beaches, excellent recreational fishing, sailing and surf
• Outstanding National Parks and great sporting and recreational facilities
• Well-serviced with educational facilities, including TAFE and University campuses
• Plenty of social activities including sporting clubs, music groups and great food and beverage experiences
• Conveniently located approximately halfway between two major cities: Melbourne and Adelaide

Find out more about working with the Limestone Coast Local Health Network at  

Applicant Information

The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working 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 appropriate immunisation requirements.

Check(s) 

• DHS Working With Children Check (WWCC)
• DHS National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) Worker Check
• National Police Certificate (NPC) for employment involving unsupervised contact with vulnerable groups required for this position (E.g. aged care employment or work involving vulnerable clients)

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

SA Health Services are required to implement the Addressing vaccine preventable disease: Occupational assessment, screening and vaccination policy in the workplace.

The Limestone Coast Local Health Network (LCLHN) is committed to building a flexible, diverse and inclusive culture, planning for and promoting diversity. We welcome and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people as well as diverse community groups and ages including, LGBTQI+, people living with a disability and other diversity groups.  The LCLHN recognises the benefits that such an approach brings for our staff and consumers in being an employer of choice.

For more information about the role please refer to the role description provided below. Job ref: 910088

Enquiries

Tara Brook
Senior Occupational Therapist

Application Closing Date

30 June 2026, 11:55PM

Refer to the SA Health Career Website - How to apply for further information.

Attachments

LCLHN Role Description - AHP1 Occupational

LCLHN Role Description - AHP2 Occupational

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