EARLY CAREER HAND THERAPIST (LEVEL 1)

Cairns Hand Clinic; Cairns Regional; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Welcoming workplace

Above award wages

Mentoring program

Professional development

Flexible rosters

Job summary

Cairns Hand Clinic is seeking an Occupational Therapist or Physiotherapist to join our small, vibrant team in a permanent, full-time capacity from November/December 2026. A passion for Hand Therapy is essential and experience in this clinical area is desirable.

You’ll work with experienced Hand Therapists in spacious, modern rooms next to FNQ Hand Surgery, collaborating with surgeons, allied health professionals and GPs in Cairns.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in OT or PT and eligibility for registration with AHPRA.
• Current First Aid & CPR certification.
• Warm, compassionate mindset and collaborative approach to care.

Skills

Hand therapy interest

AHPRA registration

First Aid & CPR

Self-confident mindset

Team player

Education

Bachelor Degree in Occupational Therapy or Physiotherapy (AQF Level 7)

Job description

We are seeking an Occupational Therapist / Physiotherapist to join our small but vibrant team at Cairns Hand Clinic in a permanent, full time capacity from November / December 2026. A passion for Hand Therapy is essential and experience working in this clinical area is desirable.

About the role

The successful candidate will enjoy working with a supportive team of experienced Hand Therapists in our spacious, modern and well equipped rooms. Located next door to FNQ Hand Surgery, our team work closely with world class HUL Surgeons, Allied Health Professionals, Specialists and GP’s from the broader health community in Cairns. The clinical caseload is diverse, reflecting the expansive catchment from which our patients come from. You can expect to see a broad range of hand & upper limb conditions, both common and rare, acute and chronic, affecting hand – elbow.

Essential Skills and Qualifications:

• Bachelor Degree in Occupational Therapy or Physiotherapy (AQF Level 7)
• Current registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA)
• Current First Aid & CPR
• Self confident & compassionate mind set
• Desire to make positive contributions to the team

Benefits include:

• A welcoming, warm and friendly workplace
• Above award wages
• Structured Mentoring Program for Early Career Hand Therapists
• Broad ranging training and continuing professional development opportunities
• Flexible rosters and leave arrangements to ensure a great work-life balance

Are you a student or therapist looking to up skill in hands?

If you have a strong interest in hand therapy and are looking to learn more about this specialist area please contact our team to discuss opportunities for mentoring, work shadowing, volunteering, journal clubs and local courses.