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AHP3 Senior Occupational Therapist

2 weeks ago


Greater Adelaide SA, Australia SA Health Full time $108,000 - $116,216 per year

Job no: 913705

Work type: Full time

Location: Adelaide Metro Southern

Categories: Allied and Scientific Health, Public Health

  • Southern Adelaide Local Health Network – Division of Rehabilitation, Aged Care and Palliative Care - GEM
  • Salary $108, $116,216.00 p.a. (Pro Rata) AHP3| Full Time – Contract Until January 2027

We are seeking a dedicated and skilled Occupational Therapist to join our Division of Rehabilitation, Aged Care and Palliative Care Team and make a meaningful impact on the quality of life of our older patients

Join the Southern Adelaide Local Health Network's Geriatric Evaluation and Management team and benefit from SA Health's comprehensive professional development opportunities, competitive benefits and commitment to work-life balance. This role provides specialist consultation and skills related to patients with aged related diagnosis and cognitive impairment and is part of the GEM Leadership Team, working collaboratively to achieve the outcomes of the various GEM units. Role may be located at either Noarlunga Hospital or Repat Health Precinct.

About the role:

Working as the Senior Occupational Therapist, you will report to the Allied Health Manager GEM and Director Occupational Therapy and be responsible for the coordination and provision of comprehensive Occupational Therapy services to patients in the GEM unit. You will support other members of the team and liaise with other health professionals, service providers and the community.

Duties for the role will include:

  • Provide specialised clinical Occupational Therapy services to maximise occupational outcomes of patients with a diagnosis of dementia and cognitive impairment, including responsive behaviours
  • Taking a leadership role in all aspects of Occupational Therapy team function, and promote and support the inter-disciplinary approach in the unit
  • Working collaboratively as part of the GEM Leadership team within a fast paced and dynamic health environment.
  • Collaborating and documenting with team members to initiate, develop, implement and evaluate therapy/activity groups

About you:

  • High levels of responsibility and organisational skills including the ability to prioritise work, meet deadlines, delegate appropriately. This includes the ability to supervise students, allied health assistants and junior staff
  • Broad experience and clinical expertise in the provision of clinical Occupational Therapy services (assessment and treatment) to clients with a range of disorders and disabilities, in particular clients with complex needs and the older person including those with cognitive impairment or a diagnosis of dementia
  • A degree or equivalent qualification which entitles registration as an Occupational Therapist with the Occupational Therapy Board of Australia
  • Demonstrated experience in clinical management and leadership within a discrete unit, including program evaluation and service development
  • Ability to manage and adapt to change in a positive manner

Why SALHN?

  • Develop and grow professionally: You will be offered opportunities for ongoing education tailored to individual disciplines and tailored to your needs as an individual – leading to more relevant and effective outcomes
  • Join a supportive team: Increase your job satisfaction by working in a friendly, collaborative team with access to approachable, flexible, and supportive colleagues and managers who respect and value your contribution, expertise and knowledge
  • Team Culture: Be part of a supportive team culture which will actively seek your ideas and feedback on systems and practices, contributing to the new models of care and provision of services.
  • Our Mission: To build a thriving community by consistently delivering reliable and respectful health care for, and with, all members of our community.

Please see the attached Role Description for additional information.

Want To Know More? Contact: Amanda Smith, Director Occupational Therapy, ,

Application Closing Date:11.55 pm Monday 1st September 2025

Attachments:

  • AHP3 Senior Occupational Therapist -Role Description
  • Australian applicant guidelines
  • International applicant guidelines

Applicant Information:

  • We also offer salary sacrifice benefits which provide the opportunity to save money by paying for some of your everyday expenses from your salary before it is taxed. Click here to find out more about salary packaging.
  • The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working including 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 Immunisation compliance as indicated on the Role description.
  • SA Health Services are required to implement the Addressing vaccine preventable disease: Occupational assessment, screening and vaccination policy in the workplace.
  • Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants are encouraged to apply. Job ref: 913705

Advertised: 20 Aug 2025 Cen. Australia Standard Time

Applications close: 01 Sep 2025 Cen. Australia Standard Time