Clinical Educator - Occupational Therapy

University of Canberra; Bruce; On-site; AUD 116,000 - 129,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work

Campus facilities

Professional development

Employee assistance program

Health plan

Job summary

University of Canberra is seeking a part-time Clinical Educator for Occupational Therapy (0.7 FTE). The role focuses on developing, implementing and supervising student-led OT services within UC Health Clinics, aligned with learning outcomes and research opportunities.

The position is a 24-month fixed-term contract. Applicants must have current AHPRA registration and strong education and collaboration skills to enhance student learning and client care.

Qualifications

• Current registration as an Occupational Therapist with AHPRA.
• Demonstrated clinical experience in occupational therapy practice.
• Experience supervising or educating students or early-career clinicians.
• Strong understanding of evidence-based practice and service delivery.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills across academic and clinical settings.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality, evidence-based clinical education and supervision to students.
• Coordinate student placement activities, including clinic timetabling and client caseloads.
• Collaborate with academic staff to align learning outcomes with curriculum.
• Support development and delivery of student-led occupational therapy services.
• Build relationships with community organisations and healthcare providers.
• Maintain continuity of client care during student placements.
• Facilitate placement opportunities for external universities when appropriate.
• Oversee clinical records, patient databases, and research data with privacy compliance.

Skills

Clinical supervision

Communication

Evidence-based practice

Student mentoring

Relationship building

Education

AHPRA-registered OT

Tools

Clinical records management

Job description

Clinical Educator - Occupational Therapy

Shaping the next generation of occupational therapists UC Level 8, Salary Range $116,009 pa - $129,394 pa plus 17% Super (pro rata) Part-time (0.7 FTE - 24.5 hrs/ week), Two Year Fixed Term Opportunity

Job no: 504847
Work type: Professional
Location: Bruce
Categories: Student Support

University of Canberra is more than a university, it's a community committed to shaping a better world through education, research, and opportunity with a strong commitment to inclusivity and reducing inequalities. Our vibrant campus in Australia's capital city is a hub of innovation & opportunity. Ranked number one in Canberra for graduate outcomes and student support, UC values progress over perfection, inclusion over competition, and real-world impact over prestige. If you're looking for a career that matters, where you can belong, grow, and help shape what's next, you'll find your place at UC.

About the opportunity:

The UC Health Clinics is seeking an experienced and passionate Occupational Therapy Clinical Educator. Reporting to the UC Health Clinics Clinical Convenor, the Clinical Educator will develop, implement, and oversee student-led occupational therapy services aligned with academic learning outcomes, research opportunities, and community needs.

This is a fixed term position for 24 months, at 0.7 FTE (24.5 hours per week).

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide high-quality, evidence-based clinical education and supervision to occupational therapy students undertaking placements within the UC Health Clinics.
• Coordinate student placement activities, including clinic timetabling and management of client caseloads.
• Collaborate with the Discipline Lead, Clinical Placement Coordinator, and academic staff to enhance student learning experiences and ensure strong alignment with curriculum outcomes.
• Support the development and delivery of innovative student-led occupational therapy services.
• Build and maintain relationships with community organisations, healthcare providers, and stakeholders to identify opportunities for service delivery and student learning.
• Maintain continuity of client care through provision of follow-up treatment and clinical services during periods when students are unavailable.
• Facilitate placement opportunities for students from external universities when appropriate.
• Work closely with the Clinical Convenor and Practice Manager to oversee clinical records, patient databases, and research data, ensuring compliance with privacy and confidentiality requirements.

About you:

To be considered for this position, you will have:

• Current registration as an Occupational Therapist with AHPRA.
• Demonstrated clinical experience in occupational therapy practice.
• Experience supervising, mentoring, or educating students and/or early-career clinicians.
• Strong understanding of evidence-based practice and contemporary occupational therapy service delivery.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build effective relationships across academic, clinical, and community settings.
• Commitment to high-quality client care and positive student learning outcomes.

The University offers excellent conditions and benefits which can be explored on our " Work at UC " site which includes:

• Flexible working arrangements
• Family-friendly policies
• On campus Gym, Medical services, Cafes, Post office, Supermarket and Early Childhood Education and Care facilities.
• Professional Development offerings (study assistance, corporate programs and discounts)
• Access to Employee Assistance Program and a corporate private Health Plan (Bupa)

Working rights:Applicants who wish to apply for this position must have valid working rights at the time of submission.

WWVP: The University of Canberra is committed to the safety of vulnerable and young people. As such, successful applicants will be required to have a current ACT working with vulnerable people registration. For further details on how to applyplease click https://www.accesscanberra.act.gov.au

Advertised: 13 Oct 2026 AUS Eastern Daylight Time