Contractor Occupational Therapist for Cheltenham VIC

HealthcareLink Trust; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 117,000; Full time

Job summary

HealthcareLink Pty Ltd. is seeking a Contractor Occupational Therapist to deliver paediatric assessments and therapy across Cheltenham clinic and community outreach in the Bayside area.

The role offers flexible, full-time or part-time hours with autonomy over your schedule and a competitive contractor rate. You will work with children and families, focusing on evidence-based, family-centred care in clinic and natural environments.

Qualifications

• Eligible for registration with AHPRA.
• Tertiary qualification in Occupational Therapy.
• Strong paediatric focus and family-centred approach.

Responsibilities

• Provide paediatric OT assessments and interventions in clinic and community settings.
• Deliver therapy in a modern clinic and in outreach environments (homes, schools, kindergartens).
• Develop individualized therapy plans aligned with child and family goals.
• Collaborate with families, educators and multidisciplinary professionals.
• Monitor progress and adjust plans to achieve meaningful outcomes.
• Maintain high-quality documentation and practice evidence-based care.
• Stay up to date with current paediatric paediatric approaches.

Skills

Paediatric OT

Clinical assessments

Family-centred care

Autonomy

Education

Bachelor of Occupational Therapy

AHPRA registration

Job description

Contractor Occupational Therapist for Cheltenham VIC

Job Type: Contract position | Casual position

Job Description

Occupational Therapist (Contractor) | Paediatric Focus | Cheltenham & Outreach

Cheltenham Clinic + Community Outreach (Home, Kindergarten, School)

Flexible Contractor Role | Full-Time or Part-Time Options

Competitive Contractor Rates / Percentage Split + Benefits

Are you an Occupational Therapist passionate about making a meaningful difference in children's lives?

Our client is a growing paediatric therapy practice dedicated to helping children reach their full potential through personalised, evidence-based, and family-centred care. They are now seeking a motivated Occupational Therapist Contractor to join their warm, collaborative team in the Bayside area.

About the Role

As a Contractor Occupational Therapist, you will enjoy a varied and rewarding caseload across clinic and community settings. You will:

• Provide engaging, evidence-based OT assessments and interventions for paediatric clients
• Deliver therapy in a modern, well-resourced clinic environment
• Conduct outreach sessions in natural environments including homes, schools, and kindergartens
• Develop individualised, goal-directed therapy plans tailored to each child and family
• Support children with developmental, sensory, motor, and functional challenges
• Collaborate closely with families, educators, and multidisciplinary professionals
• Monitor progress and adjust intervention plans to ensure meaningful outcomes
• Maintain high-quality documentation and contribute to best-practice care
• Stay up to date with current evidence-based paediatric approaches

What's On Offer

• Flexible contractor arrangement with autonomy over your schedule
• Competitive contractor rates / percentage split
• Flexible working hours to support work-life balance
• Strong professional development and paediatric training opportunities
• Mentoring and supervision from experienced clinicians
• Supportive, close-knit multidisciplinary team culture
• Meaningful paediatric caseload with variety across clinic and community settings
• Opportunities for ongoing career growth within a growing organisation

You'll Bring

• Tertiary qualification in Occupational Therapy
• Current AHPRA registration
• Genuine passion for paediatric and family-centred care
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills
• Ability to work independently and within a collaborative team
• Commitment to ongoing professional learning and evidence-based practice

Additional Requirements

• Working With Children Check (or willingness to obtain)
• Current Police Check (or willingness to obtain)
• Valid Driver's Licence and access to reliable transport

About You

You are a compassionate and motivated Occupational Therapist who enjoys working with children and families in both clinic and natural environments.

You value collaboration, growth, and delivering meaningful, child-focused outcomes. If you're looking for a flexible contractor opportunity where you can truly make an impact in paediat.