Level 1/2 Occupational Therapist

This position qualifies for an annual Recruitment Incentive Package up to the value of $10,000 (conditions apply and may be pro-rata'd to your contracted or ordinary working hours, these payments are paid on a fortnightly basis) under the NSW Health Rural Health Workforce Incentive Scheme.

This scheme recognises the role key health workers play in enabling the delivery of rural and remote health services, and aims to provide incentives over and above award entitlements, to attract and retain staff in these areas.

Employment Type: Temporary Full Time (until 31st January 2027)

Position Classification: Occupational Therapist Level 1/2 (Dependent on Qualifications and Experience)

Remuneration: $76,364 - $108, Superannuation

Hours Per Week: 38

Requisition ID: REQ619609

Location: Broken Hill

• A great opportunity to join a supportive team and where you can make a real impact in providing the best patient experience.
• Only 3 hours' drive from Mildura, 5 hours from Adelaide or a short flight from anywhere in Australia with everything you need on your doorstep

Broken Hill truly is a town like no other with a supportive community that will welcome you with open arms. We can't wait to see you Take a quick look at "Living and Working" in the Far West.

What you'll be doing

• Perform any examination or procedure as required as directed by the Occupational Therapy Manager or their delegate.
• Ensure the optimum level of patient care is achieved and that all examinations are performed with the highest degree of professionalism, expertise and care.
• Participate in formal or informal review with regard to work techniques and standards at the discretion of the Occupational Therapy Manager or their delegate.
• Maintain a high level of commitment to and participation in Continuing Professional Development programs accredited by AHPRA.
• Actively assist with the supervision of Occupational Therapy Students.
• Participate in all areas of assessment and treatment relevant to level of training and experience.
• Ensure the Occupational Therapy Department is maintained in a tidy condition so as to respect its clinical environment.

What is on offer

• 5 weeks annual leave
• Salary packaging (pay less tax), enjoy up to $9k for living expenses, $2.6k for meals and entertainment
• Novated Leasing
• Paid Allocated Day Off (ADO) Every Month
• Fitness Passport and EAP to maintain your health and wellbeing
• Isolation and Climate Allowance
• Professional development with support through advanced education & training to help you develop your career
• A comfortable country lifestyle that supports balance & wellbeing

About the Far West LHD

The Far West Local Health District is one of 15 LHDs under NSW Health, providing high quality public health services to the communities in far west NSW.. Our vision is to create excellence in rural and remote healthcare.

Key to our success of course, is our people. Our workforce is inclusive and diverse. We employ well over 800 clinicians and support staff across our 9 health facilities in Broken Hill, Balranald, Dareton, Ivanhoe, Menindee, Tibooburra, Wentworth, White Cliffs and Wilcannia.

In the Far West LHD, we are working together to make a real difference to the health outcomes for our communities. We encourage you to consider joining our friendly team for a meaningful and rewarding career in rural and remote healthcare.

How to Apply

To be considered for this position, please ensure you address the selection criteria in the application as thoroughly as possible by selecting APPLY NOW below:

• Qualifications in Occupational Therapy with current registration by the Occupational Therapy Registration Board and the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Authority (AHPRA).
• Demonstrated application of professional and ethical boundaries to the delivery of patient care in the context of a multi-disciplinary team.
• Demonstrated application of evidence based practice and critical thinking to advocate for and implement individualised person centred care patient care.
• Demonstrated capacity to interact with others in a personable and professional manner and personally resolve conflicts when they arise.
• Demonstrated commitment to work and partner with Aboriginal and Torres Strait, Islander patients and families and employees to enhance health outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander clients.
• Evidence of participation in own professional development and commitment to maintaining competence and enhancement of skills, and willingness to apply and share professional expertise with colleagues.
• Evidence of sound knowledge in Primary Health Care Models with experience working in acute care, community and/or paediatric Occupational Therapy.

The Welcome Experience

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Applications Close: 23rd November 2025

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Empower, listen and act together

Together, we can make a positive difference in the lives of all children, young people and families within our community to keep them safe from harm and to empower children's voices.

At Far West Local Health District we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, where we don't just accept differences, but we honour and support it. Committed to providing a working environment that thrives and values diversity, we encourage people of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander background, people with a disability and people from the LGBTQI+ community to apply

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