Level 3 Occupational Therapist- Generalist Role Moree Community Health

Hunter New England Local Health District; Moree; On-site; AUD 84,000 - 87,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave 4 weeks (pro-rata for PT)

Parental leave

Salary packaging

Fitness Passport

EAP program

Job summary

Hunter New England Local Health District in Moree is seeking an Occupational Therapist to provide services across Moree and surrounding rural communities. You will work with a diverse generalist caseload in hospital, community, and aged care settings.

You will assess, treat and support clients while collaborating with a multidisciplinary team, including an Allied Health Assistant, with access to online orientation and ongoing supervision.

Qualifications

• Current Authority to Practice with AHPRA is required.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Experience delivering OT services across acute, community and aged care settings.

Responsibilities

• Provide occupational therapy assessments, treatment and support across rural communities.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary team and Allied Health Assistant.
• Prioritise patient needs and manage a varied rural generalist caseload.
• Maintain professional registration and documentation.

Education

Authority to Practice with AHPRA

Job description

Make a difference beyond the city – deliver meaningful OT care and support healthier rural communities.

Employment Type: Permanent Part Time

Position Classification: Occupational Therapist Level 3

Remuneration: $61.31 to $63.09 per hour + superannuation + salary packaging

Hours Per Week: 16 hours per week

Location: Moree Community Health

Applications Close: Thursday 19th November

About The Role And Where You Will Be Working

Join the multidisciplinary team at Moree Community Health, providing Occupational Therapy services across Moree and surrounding rural communities, including Mungindi, Boggabilla/Toomelah, Warialda and Bingara.

You’ll work with a diverse, generalist caseload across acute, community and residential aged care settings, delivering assessments, treatment and support to clients with a range of needs.

Working collaboratively with a supportive multidisciplinary team, you’ll also have the assistance of an Allied Health Assistant who works closely with the Occupational Therapist. This is a fantastic opportunity to enjoy varied clinical work, build strong community connections and make a meaningful difference to health outcomes across rural communities.

About You

You’re a flexible, motivated Occupational Therapist who enjoys working independently while being part of a collaborative team. You’ll bring strong organisational and time-management skills, with the ability to prioritise competing demands, manage your own schedule and adapt to the varied needs of a rural generalist caseload.

You’ll also be confident building relationships with clients and colleagues across multiple locations.

You’ll be supported with online orientation, stream network support and ongoing clinical supervision to help you settle in and thrive in the role.

Requirements

Occupational Therapist with current Authority to Practice with AHPRA

What We Can Offer

• Sustainable Healthcare: Together towards zero
• 4 weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part time employees)
• Paid parental leave (for eligible employees) - giving you the opportunity for true Worklife balance
• Salary packaging options - up to $11,600 plus novated leasing
• Fitness Passport for health and well-being - discounted gym options for you and your family
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members

The Welcome Experience

The Welcome Experience helps you and your family connect with local people and resources, making it easier to settle in and feel at home in your new community.

Relocating? We’ve Got You Covered

Making a move can feel overwhelming, but support is available.

The Welcome Experience is a free service designed to help health workers and their families settle into regional communities. From connecting you with local schools, childcare providers, sporting clubs, housing information, and community networks, the program helps make your transition smoother so you can feel at home sooner and start enjoying everything your new community has to offer.

Additional Information

• An eligibility list will be created for future permanent part time and or part-time vacancies.
• To be eligible for permanent employment in this position you must be an Australian Citizen, or a permanent resident of Australia, or a New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand Passport. Employment of a temporary visa holder may only occur if no suitable local candidate is identified for the position; in this instance, you may only be offered employment in line with the conditions and expiry date of your visa.
• We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position.

Salary Packaging

Salary Packaging: is beneficial to most HNELHD employees and may increase your take-home pay! Salary package a range of personal expenses including novated motor vehicle leases, relocation expenses, and HECS/HELP debt. Find out more by contacting SalaryPackagingPLUS! via [e-mail] or 1300 40 25 23.

Benefits

HNE Health employees may be eligible for a range of benefits such as allocated days off (ADO) for full time employees, long service leave, paid maternity leave, and salary packaging options including meal expenses.

Additional Support

At Hunter New England Local Health District, we are an inclusive employer dedicated to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and welcoming workplace. Our commitment to a workforce that reflects the community we care for is essential for delivering the highest quality healthcare to our community. We encourage people with diverse lived experiences to apply. Please contact [e-mail] for confidential support to ensure an equitable, barrier-free application process.

Category A Position

This is a Category A position. Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive PD2023_022: Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specific Diseases for Category A positions prior to offer. All new employees must agree to comply with the requirements outlined in the policy.

Stepping Up Website

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