Senior Occupational Therapist

Requisition ID: REQ632600

Employment Type: Permanent Full Time, 38 hours per week

Remuneration: $116, $120,680.00 per annum + 12% Superannuation + Salary Packaging

Location: Campbelltown/Camden Hospital

Applications close: 01/02/2026

Contact: Loren Johnson - Occupational Therapy Head of Department - or

With your skills and experience, you can contribute to the millions of ways we're enriching health, and develop your career as part of the largest health organisation in Australia.

Achieve Something Great

Are you ready to take on a senior clinical role and make a real impact? Campbelltown & Camden Hospitals are seeking an experienced Level 3 Senior Occupational Therapist to join our Acute Inpatient Team, providing advanced care for patients with chronic and complex needs.

In this pivotal position, you will:

• Deliver high level clinical care to inpatients with a range of diagnosis and clinical specialties including; general medical, aged care, orthopaedic, and neurological diagnoses.
• Apply expert skills in complex discharge planning, ensuring safe and effective transitions of care.
• Utilise your knowledge of community supports and funding bodies including My Aged Care (MAC), NDIS, Enable NSW, and local services.
• Provide supervision and mentorship to junior staff, fostering professional growth.
• Lead and drive quality improvement initiatives and collaborate with the leadership team on service development.
• Access ongoing continuing professional development opportunities to support your career progression.

Are You the Right Fit?

We're looking for someone who is passionate, friendly, and enthusiastic about making a real impact. You'll bring energy and a problem-solving mindset to complex discharge planning, confidently navigate community supports and funding pathways like My Aged Care, NDIS, and Enable NSW, and mentor junior staff to foster growth. If you're a team player who thrives in collaboration and innovation, this is your chance to combine clinical expertise with leadership and make a lasting difference.

Selection Criteria

To help us assess your suitability for the role, please tell us as much as you can about yourself in response to the questions below.

1. Recognised Degree in Occupational Therapy or other qualification deemed appropriate by the employer, with registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA).
2. Demonstrated advanced clinical skills and significant experience in the provision of occupational therapy services within adult inpatient chronic and complex care.
3. Demonstrated high level organisational and time management skills.
4. Applicants must possess an Australian C-Class driver's license (including P1 or P2). Those who hold a C class license (P1 or P2 included) from a state other than NSW must obtain a NSW C class (P1 or P2 included) license within three months of appointment. Learner's licenses are not permitted.

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• Position Information

• Applicants will be assessedagainst the criteria in the Position Description.

• How to Apply

• Read our application guide and tips for improving your application.

• Diversity, Culture & Inclusion

• We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer dedicated to accessibility and a supportive recruitment experience. If you require adjustments or assistance during the application process, please contact

• We value the diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives of our workforce and are committed to fostering a respectful and welcoming environment. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, neurodivergent individuals, those from Refugee, multicultural and multifaith backgrounds, and members of the LGBTQI+ community.

• Aboriginal Workforce

• For Aboriginal candidates who would like to talk to our Aboriginal Workforce Team, please contact SWSLHD- Support is also available through the Stepping Up website.

More Than Just a Job – Why Work With Us?

• Financial Perks

• 12% superannuation

• Salary packaging and novated leasing via Smart Salary
• Annual leave with 17.5% leave loading (for full-time and part-time staff)
• One extra day off each month for full-time employees

• Work-Life Balance

• Flexible work options, including hybrid and varied hours (depending on the role)

• Paid maternity and parental leave
• Generous leave options like long service and carers leave

• Grow Your Career

• Access to learning opportunities through our dedicated Education and Organisational Development team, who support staff with training, workshops, and career development programs.

• Health & Wellbeing

• Discounted gym membership through Fitness Passport

• Free and confidential support for staff and their families via our Staff Wellbeing and Support Service (EAP)
• Wellbeing programs that promote mental health, resilience, and balance

Additional Information

• Temporary visa holders

• May be considered if no suitable citizen or permanent resident is found.

• Vaccination Requirements

• All staff must meet NSW Health's vaccination and screening requirements before starting.

• Child Safe Employment

• South Western Sydney Local Health District is dedicated to fostering a child-safe environment that respects and upholds the rights of children and young people, aligned with NSW Health's commitment to implementing the Child Safe Standards. We aim to ensure that children and young people feel safe, supported, and included in their care. All current and prospective staff are expected to prioritise the safety, welfare, and well-being of children and young people, actively working to protect them from harm and abuse.

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