Occupational Therapist

Murrumbidgee Local Health District (MLHD); Corowa; On-site; AUD 79,000 - 113,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging up to $20,600

Novated car leasing

Professional development

Health & wellbeing programs

Flexible working arrangements

Job summary

Murrumbidgee Local Health District (MLHD) is seeking an enthusiastic Occupational Therapist Level 1-2 to join the team at Corowa Health Service. The role involves providing patient-centred, evidence-based OT services and collaborating within multidisciplinary teams to optimise outcomes.

The position offers flexible arrangements and opportunities for service development, with travel as required. A tertiary OT qualification with current AHPRA registration is essential.

Qualifications

• A tertiary Qualification in Occupational Therapy with current AHPRA registration.
• Clinical experience and ability to provide evidence-based OT services across diverse clinical areas
• Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
• Excellent organisational and time management abilities
• Problem-solving skills with ability to set priorities and develop solutions
• Commitment to professional development and continuous improvement
• Proven ability to work effectively in multidisciplinary teams
• Willingness to travel for work purposes

Responsibilities

• Providing patient-centred, evidence-based occupational therapy services
• Working collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams to optimise functional outcomes
• Assessment, treatment planning, intervention delivery
• Supervising students and assistants, with opportunities for service development and quality improvement activities.
• Services may include weekends, outreach, and virtual care delivery across the LHD and cluster sites.

Skills

Clinical experience

Evidence-based practice

Communication skills

Time management

Problem-solving

Teamwork

Travel willingness

Education

Bachelor of Occupational Therapy

Job description

• This position qualifies for incentives under the NSW Rural Health Workforce Incentive Scheme, including up to $10,000 sign on incentive, and up to $5,000 each year (incentive value dependent on full-time equivalent, position and location).

• This position qualifies for incentives under the NSW Rural Health Workforce Incentive Scheme, including up to $10,000 sign on incentive, and up to $5,000 each year (incentive value dependent on full-time equivalent, position and location).

Employment Type: Permanent Part - Time

Position Classification: Occupational Therapist – Level 1-2

Remuneration: $79,419.00 - $113,301.00 per annum, pro rata(+ super +17.5% leave loading where applicable)

Hours Per Week: up to 16

Requisition ID: REQ699295

Location: Corowa

Are you a talented Occupational Therapist looking to make a significant impact within regional communities?

About The Role

Murrumbidgee Local Health District (MLHD) is looking for an enthusiastic Occupational Therapist Level 1-2 to join the team at Corowa Health Service.

As The Occupational Therapist, You Will Be Responsible For

• Providing patient-centred, evidence-based occupational therapy services
• Working collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams to optimise functional outcomes
• Assessment, treatment planning, intervention delivery
• Supervising students and assistants, with opportunities for service development and quality improvement activities.
• Services may include weekends, outreach, and virtual care delivery across the LHD and cluster sites.

What MLHD Offer

At Murrumbidgee Local Health District (MLHD), we offer more than a job — we offer the chance to make a real difference.

• Meaningful Impact – Play a vital role in delivering essential health services to our diverse and vibrant regional communities.
• Flexible Working Arrangements - Designed to support work-life balance, aligned with NSW Health policy.
• Generous Salary Packaging – Access up to $20,600 per annum tax-free for living expenses, plus the option for novated car leasing.
• Professional Development – Take advantage of ongoing learning and career development opportunities.
• Health & Wellbeing Support – Benefit from our comprehensive wellness programs for you and your family, including Employee Assistance Programs Fitness Passport and initiatives to support both physical and mental health.

Our Ideal Candidate Will Demonstrate

• A tertiary Qualification in Occupational Therapy with current AHPRA registration
• Clinical experience and ability to provide evidence-based OT services across diverse clinical areas
• Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
• Excellent organisational and time management abilities
• Problem-solving skills with ability to set priorities and develop solutions
• Commitment to professional development and continuous improvement
• Proven ability to work effectively in multidisciplinary teams
• Willingness to travel for work purposes

For role related queries or questions contact Juliana Sheridan – the Facility Manager on [e-mail] for a confidential chat.

Applications close: 30 October 2026

MLHD welcomes applications from people of all backgrounds and is committed to building a workforce that reflects the communities we serve.

We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds and the LGBTIQ+ community.

If you identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander, you can access recruitment application support through the Stepping Up initiative.

This is a NSW Health Category A position which requires immunisation and screening for certain diseases. The full list of requirements is outlined inthe NSW Health OASV Policy(Page 11).

You will be required to complete the OASV Undertaking/ Declaration Form and TB Assessment Tool during the recruitment process. Please upload this with your application along with any other vaccination evidence that you may have.