Occupational Therapist

HealthcareLink Pty Ltd.; Mackay Regional; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentoring by senior therapists

Professional development allowance + 1

Structured career progression

Administrative support team

Job summary

HealthcareLink Pty Ltd. in Mackay, Queensland, is seeking a dedicated Occupational Therapist to join a dynamic paediatric therapy team. You will work with children from birth to adolescence, delivering family-centred care in a bright clinic and across home, school and community settings.

The role offers flexible hours, a supportive mentoring framework, and structured career progression. Applicants should hold a recognised OT degree, full AHPRA registration, WWC and NDIS Worker Screening, a valid

Qualifications

• Recognised Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Occupational Therapy.
• Full registration with AHPRA as an Occupational Therapist.
• Valid Working with Children Check (WWC) and NDIS Worker Screening Check.

Responsibilities

• Deliver family-centred occupational therapy services in clinic, homes, schools and community settings.
• Manage a diverse pediatric caseload from birth to adolescence.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to support participation in daily activities, play and learning.
• Provide equipment prescription and guidance for adaptive aids and strategies.

Skills

Family-centred care

Education

Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Occupational Therapy

Job description

• A permanent full-time position is currently available for a dedicated Occupational Therapist to join a dynamic, multidisciplinary paediatric therapy team based in the sunny coastal town of Mackay, Queensland. Serving children from birth to adolescence, this clinical role focuses on helping young individuals with developmental delays, neurodevelopmental conditions, and disability overcome challenges to move, play, and thrive. Operating with an immediate start date, the position offers competitive industry salary rates tailored to experience, alongside flexible working hours designed to foster a genuine work-life balance.

  The successful candidate will deliver high-quality, family-centred care within a bright, fully equipped clinic, as well as throughout homes, schools, and local community settings. Day-to-day responsibilities encompass a diverse clinical caseload tailored to the therapist's interests, ranging from early intervention to teenage support. Core practice areas include daily routine and ADL support, equipment prescription, assistive technology (including AAC), group and community programs, parent coaching, and workshop delivery. Working alongside speech pathologists, physiotherapists, and allied health assistants, the clinician will play an integral role in empowering families and fostering inclusive community support networks.

  This opportunity offers an exceptional support framework, making it equally suitable for enthusiastic new graduates and seasoned clinicians looking for meaningful career progression. Professional perks include dedicated daily administrative and project time for prep, shadow sessions, and collaboration, as well as comprehensive in-house mentoring from senior therapists and team leaders. Employees benefit from administrative support provided by a dedicated client services team, a generous professional development allowance with accompanying study leave, structured career progression pathways, and regular check-ins. Situated at the gateway to the Whitsundays, the role allows clinicians to combine a fulfilling, purpose-driven career with an affordable, high-quality coastal lifestyle.

  Applicant Requirements:

  • Recognized Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Occupational Therapy.

  • Full registration with AHPRA as an Occupational Therapist.

  • Valid Working with Children Check (Blue Card) and NDIS Worker Screening Check.

  • Current Driver’s Licence and access to a reliable vehicle for community visits.

  • Full working rights in Australia.

  • A strong commitment to supporting children, families, and neurodivergent communities.