Occupational Therapist

Healthscope; Newcastle City Council; On-site; AUD 55,000 - 83,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexibility to work across network

Discounted health insurance (non-casua

Continuous professional development

Job summary

Healthscope's Hunter Valley Private Hospital (Shortland NSW) and Newcastle Private Hospital (New Lambton Heights NSW) are seeking a Casual Occupational Therapist to provide client-centred rehabilitation across both sites. The role offers flexibility and requires experience in inpatient neurological and orthopaedic rehab, with leave-cover duties across sites.

Join our interdisciplinary Allied Health team, focusing on quality care, safety, and responsive service.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Health Science (Occupational Therapy) required.
• Registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) required.
• Experience in rehabilitation occupational therapy preferred.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to Healthscope site policies and AHPRA Code of Conduct guidelines.
• Contribute to efficient and effective running of the department.
• Demonstrate a commitment to continuous quality improvement and occupational health and safety.
• Deliver a high standard of customer service at all times.

Skills

Client-centered approach

Teamwork

Independent work

Education

Bachelor of Health Science (Occupational Therapy)

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Job description

Hunter Valley Private Hospital (Shortland NSW) and Newcastle Private Hospital (New Lambton Heights NSW)

Casual Occupational Therapist to work across both sites

Are you a skilled Occupational Therapist with a passion for client-centred rehabilitation and a commitment to helping patients achieve meaningful goals across a diverse caseload?

Easy Commute from the Motorway

Tranquil location with free staff parking

Casual employment opportunity

About the role

Hunter Valley Private Hospital and Newcastle Private Hospital are offering an exciting opportunity for an Occupational Therapist Locum to join their Allied Health Teams to fill a casual position across both sites.

We are looking for a highly skilled individual to bring their energy and experience to our friendly team. Are you an experienced Occupational Therapist seeking a new challenge? Do you have experience adopting a client-centered and goal-directed approach? We would love to hear from you.

You will be part of an interdisciplinary team that provides evidence-based rehabilitation for a range of caseloads including inpatient neurological and orthopaedic rehabilitation and day only rehabilitation patients at HVPH and a mix of acute and rehabilitation patients at NPH to assist with leave cover.

About us

Hunter Valley Private Hospital (HVPH), located in Newcastle, provides medical (geriatric and palliation), rehabilitation and surgical services. Newcastle Private Hospital (NPH) provides maternity, cardiac, oncology and rehabilitation services. Both hospitals are accredited by the ACHS and have a dedicated focus on providing quality healthcare to our patients.

Key responsibilities

• Adhere to Healthscope site policies and procedures & AHPRA Code of Conduct guidelines
• Contribute to efficient and effective running of the department
• Demonstrate a commitment to continuous quality improvement and occupational health and safety
• Deliver a high standard of customer service at all times

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Health Science (Occupational Therapy)
• Registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency
• Experience in the role of a rehabilitation occupational therapist
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel spreadsheets

Why Healthscope?

When you join Healthscope, you become part of ourCommunity of Care. Our people are at the heart of our organisation - no matter the role, every dayour people make a differenceto the lives of our patients and their families. As the only national private hospital operator and healthcare provider in Australia, our sites are supported by our central Support Office, enabling them to provide an exceptional experience for the communities we care for.

You'll also benefit from:

• Flexibility to work across one or multiple hospitals across our network
• Discounted health insurance (non-casuals only)
• Continuous professional development, education & support provided to encourage growth

We pride ourselves on working with talented, passionate and caring people to ensure our patients receive the highest quality care and experience during their stay with us. We support each other, share learnings, celebrate successes and face challenges together.

Come and be the difference in our patient's lives.

Applications Close

Sunday 11th October 2026 however, applications will be processed and considered as received.

More Information

Our commitment to quality and safety for our patients, staff and visitors is our highest priority. We are also committed to child safety. We are committed to the safety, participation and empowerment of all children. Applicants will be required to provide a current National Police check, WWCC (where applicable) and Evidence of right to work in Australia prior to appointment. Staff in patient contact roles will be required to provide proof of immunity to specified infectious diseases as a Category A Healthcare worker.