Contractor Occupational Therapist For Melbourne

Healthcarelink Support; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 99,000 - 121,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company phone provided

Laptop provided

Clinical equipment provided

Strong admin and scheduling support

Established referral base

Multidisciplinary team environment

Regular clinical supervision

Job summary

Healthcarelink Support in Melbourne is seeking an Occupational Therapist contractor offering full autonomy over your caseload and a flexible schedule within a well-supported multidisciplinary team.

This contractor role lets you choose hours (full-time, part-time or casual) while delivering community-based services across metropolitan Melbourne and maintaining strong clinical governance and documentation.

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualification in Occupational Therapy.
• Current AHPRA registration.
• Interest in community-based and client-centred practice.
• Ability to work independently while contributing to a team.
• Excellent communication, organisation and clinical reasoning.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development and evidence-based care.

Responsibilities

• Deliver community-based occupational therapy services across metropolitan Melbourne.
• Manage a varied caseload including NDIS, TAC, Medicare, WorkSafe and private clients.
• Conduct functional capacity assessments, intervention planning, and progress reviews.
• Provide assistive technology recommendations and home modification assessments.
• Support clients with physical, cognitive, psychosocial and functional needs.
• Deliver services in home, community, and selected clinic settings.
• Work within your agreed travel radius to balance workload and lifestyle.
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation and reporting for funding requirements.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team and participate in clinical supervision.

Skills

Autonomy

Community-based practice

Clinical reasoning

Communication skills

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy

Job description

Occupational Therapist (Contractor)

Melbourne, VIC (Clinic + Community-Based)

Flexible Contractor Role

Full-Time / Part-Time / Casual Options

Competitive Contractor Rates (up to $110K equivalent + super, depending on experience)

Are you an Occupational Therapist looking for greater autonomy, flexibility, and control over your caseload while still being fully supported by a multidisciplinary team?

Our client is a leading metropolitan Melbourne Allied Health provider with established clinics in Williamstown and South Melbourne, and ongoing expansion into the south-eastern suburbs. They are committed to delivering high-quality, person-centred care while creating a supportive environment that prioritises clinician wellbeing, flexibility, and professional growth.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an OT seeking a contractor-style arrangement with true work-life balance and clinical independence.

About the Role

• Deliver community-based occupational therapy services across metropolitan Melbourne


• Manage a varied caseload including NDIS, TAC, Medicare, WorkSafe, and private clients


• Conduct functional capacity assessments, intervention planning, and progress reviews


• Provide assistive technology recommendations and home modification assessments


• Support clients with physical, cognitive, psychosocial, and functional needs


• Deliver services in home, community, and selected clinic settings


• Work within your agreed travel radius to ensure sustainable workload and lifestyle balance


• Maintain accurate clinical documentation and reporting in line with funding requirements


• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team and participate in clinical supervision

What’s on Offer?

• Full autonomy over your caseload and working schedule


• Flexible contractor arrangement (choose full-time, part-time, or casual hours)


• Company phone, laptop, and clinical equipment provided


• Strong administrative and scheduling support


• Established referral base across multiple funding streams


• Multidisciplinary team environment with collaborative practice


• Regular clinical supervision and professional support


• Clear career progression pathways into senior or supervisory roles


• Focus on sustainable workloads and work-life balance

About You

• Tertiary qualification in Occupational Therapy


• Current AHPRA registration


• Strong interest in community-based and client-centred practice


• Ability to work independently while contributing to a team environment


• Excellent communication, organisation, and clinical reasoning skills


• Passion for ongoing professional development and evidence-based care

Why This Role?

This role is ideal for an Occupational Therapist who wants flexibility without sacrificing support. You’ll have genuine control over your schedule and caseload while working within a well-established, values-driven organisation that prioritises clinician wellbeing and quality care outcomes.