Occupational Therapist

2 days ago


Caseload in the Cairns Region Cairns QLD Australia MedHealth Full time $60,000 - $100,000 per year
Company Description

At Ability Action Australia, we are proud to be a national NDIS provider, supporting thousands of participants in over 300 locations across Australia. Our team delivers Allied Health services including Occupational Therapy, Speech Therapy, Behaviour Support, Psychology, Exercise Physiology and Physiotherapy.

Job Description

Occupational Therapist – Flexible Community Role

Are you an Occupational Therapist who thrives in a flexible, community-based role?

Whether you're newly graduated or highly experienced, if you're passionate about working in the disability sector and want the freedom to tailor your caseload — we'd love to hear from you

At Ability Action Australia, we're committed to creating a work environment where you feel empowered, supported, and inspired to grow.

What We Offer You:

Flexibility – Choose the days you work Full-time or part-time – it's up to you.

Remuneration & Perks – Industry-leading salary + kilometre reimbursement, laptop, smartphone, and salary packaging options

Work-Life Balance – Enjoy a mix of working from home, in the community, and in-office or clinic hours

Professional Development – PD allowance, tailored training, and ongoing development with AAA and our parent company, MedHealth

Support – Clinical supervision, a structured onboarding program, and mentoring from experienced OTs

Leave Options – Ability to purchase additional leave, plus a generous staff referral scheme

Purpose-Driven Culture – Join a values-based team focused on delivering outstanding support to NDIS participants

Your Role:

As an OT in our team, you'll make a meaningful difference through:

  • Managing a caseload that aligns with your areas of interest
  • Conducting clinical assessments across emotional, psychological, cognitive, developmental, and physical functions
  • Developing individualised, evidence-based therapy goals and interventions
  • Providing environmental modification advice for homes, schools, workplaces and residential settings
  • Recommending and facilitating Assistive Technology (AT) to promote independence
  • Staying compliant with current legislation and NDIS guidelines
  • Working collaboratively within a supportive, multidisciplinary team
Qualifications

What You'll Need to Succeed:

  • Current AHPRA registration as an Occupational Therapist
  • Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
  • A proactive, client-centred mindset with a desire to innovate and grow
  • A genuine passion for working in the disability and community sector
  • The ability to work both independently and collaboratively
  • An interest in pediatrics, complex needs, or a preferred caseload area (let's tailor it together)

Ready to Take Action?

Whether you're early in your career or an experienced clinician looking for a new challenge, Ability Action Australia offers you a place to thrive. Join a team that values your skills, supports your growth, and gives you the tools to make a lasting impact.

Additional Information

Click on the Apply button OR call me - Renee Sinclair - on for a confidential conversation OR email me via  [email protected] 

If your resume is not quite up-to-date, you can add me on LinkedIn for a more informal conversation - 

You are welcome here.

Our fast-growing team of more than 3,500 people around Australia represent a huge array of life experiences, skills and ways of thinking. We value all these differences. 

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, proudly welcoming people with disability including mental health conditions, people from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds, people from the LGBTQI community, veterans, carers and Indigenous Australians to our team.

We are happy to adjust our recruitment process to support accessibility needs.

 



  • Cairns, Australia Mater Health Services Full time

    Apply now Job no: 504342 Work type: Permanent Location: Redlands Categories: Occupational Therapy About the role Mater Private Hospital Redlands is seeking an experienced Occupational Therapist to join our Allied Health team! This permanent part‑time role offers 32 hours per week (Monday to Friday), with occasional weekend work as required, and is...


  • Cairns, Queensland, Australia 6b999c6d-d79e-4134-ae2f-ee25bb517a15 Full time $60,000 - $90,000 per year

    Join Our Team in the Far North Region as a Permanent Occupational TherapistAre you an Occupational Therapist driven by a passion to positively impact the lives of children and young people? Based in Cairns, Atherton or Innisfail, with the option to negotiate your base location, this exciting role lets you work as part of a supportive multi-disciplinary team...


  • Cairns, Queensland, Australia Kanyini Allied Health Full time $90,000 - $120,000 per year

    This position is part of an established multidisciplinary Allied Health Services team, which includes Occupational Therapists, Recovery Coach, Physiotherapist, Psychologist, Allied Health Assistants, Social Worker and Speech Pathologists.Whether you're bringing a lifetime of experience with you or just starting your career in Occupational Therapy, you'll...


  • Cairns, Queensland, Australia Well Balanced Care Full time

    The Occupational Therapist is responsible for delivering high-quality, evidence-based occupational therapy services to clients of all ages and varying levels of complexity. Services are provided in person, via telehealth, or in community-based settings, including client homes, schools, and hubs.Your primary objective is to enhance the daily functioning and...


  • Cairns, Queensland, Australia Healthii People Australia Full time $120,000 - $150,000 per year

    Healthii People is proud to be supporting one of Australia's leading neurological providers The Royal Rehab Group with recruitment of a Senior Occupational Therapist to join their team and clinic in Cairns, Far North Queensland.Benefits on offer for a Senior Occupational Therapist?$100,000 - $120,000 + SuperAccess up to $18,550 salary packagingFlexible Work...


  • Cairns, Queensland, Australia Job Details Full time $90,000 - $120,000 per year

    Occupational TherapistJob No: JR104772 Cairns Private Hospital Permanent Allied Health Professionals Have a thirst for learning and thinking on your feet? Love being part of a vibrant team and having professional development opportunities? Join our growing team Permanent full-time position available   About the Role   We have an exciting full-time...


  • Cairns Regional, Australia Experis ManpowerGroup Sp. z o.o. Full time

    Occupational Therapist |Permanent | Cairns |Rockhampton | Maryborough| Harvey Bay | Bundaberg |Mackay Are you ready to make a meaningful impact in the lives of others while advancing your career in a supportive and dynamic environment? We're seeking passionate Occupational Therapists to join a growing team of allied health professionals across multiple...


  • Cairns, Australia Health Workforce Queensland Full time

    Job Title: Senior Occupational Therapist – Cairns, Queensland. Hours: Permanent - Full Time Practice Information: This organisation is committed to providing quality therapy services in rural and remote communities in North Queensland and across Australia. With clinics in Cairns, Townsville, Ayr, Charters Towers and Mackay, and an active telehealth...


  • Beulah Park, South Australia Living to the Max Occupational Therapy Services Full time $90,000 - $120,000 per year

    Company DescriptionHere at Living to the Max we love nothing more than providing tailored Occupational Therapy services to DVA, Aged Care, RTW, and NDIS participants. We deliver services to our participants in their choice of location, whether this be community, clinic, or telehealth.Our partnership with Ability Action Australia (MedHealth) has allowed us to...


  • Cairns Regional, Australia Catholic Education Cairns Full time

    Occupational Therapist Commencement Date: As soon as possible(Negotiable) Employment Type: Full Time Fixed Term until 31 December 2026 (part time may be negotiable) (Parental Leave Contract) Salary Range: $100,600 to $159,917 Gross per annum (pro-rata) pending experience Closing Date for Applications: Closing 11pm, Sunday 9 November 2025 Catholic...