Occupational Therapist

Hunter New England Local Health District; Tamworth Regional Council; On-site; AUD 122,000 - 126,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sustainable Healthcare

Monthly Allocated Days Off

4 weeks annual leave

Paid parental leave

Salary packaging up to $11,600

Fitness Passport

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Hunter New England Local Health District invites an experienced Occupational Therapist to join the Tamworth Community Health team at Tamworth Hospital. You will deliver assessment, intervention and rehabilitation for adults 18+, support safe discharge planning, and provide outreach to residential aged care facilities in Manilla and Barraba.

This temporary full-time role offers mentorship, collaborative practice, and flexible working arrangements within NECACS, based at the Tamworth Hospital

Qualifications

• Occupational Therapist with current Authority to Practice with AHPRA.
• Eligible to drive in NSW with a current unrestricted NSW Drivers Licence.
• Community OT experience is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Provide OT assessment, intervention and rehabilitation to adults 18+ across the Tamworth region.
• Support safe discharge planning and provide services to residential aged care facilities in Manilla and Barraba.
• Work within a multidisciplinary team with mentorship and flexible working arrangements.

Skills

AHPRA registration

NSW Driver's Licence

Job description

Your Skills. Your Community. Your Impact.

Requisition ID: REQ687075

Employment Type: Temporary Full Time until March 2027

Position Classification: Occupational Therapist Level 3

Remuneration: $121,568 to $125,507 per annum + superannuation + salary packaging

Hours Per Week: 38 hours per week

Location: Tamworth Hospital

Applications Close: Thursday 1st October 2026

About The Role And Where You Will Be Working

This is a rewarding opportunity to provide occupational therapy assessment, intervention and rehabilitation to adults aged 18 years and over across the Tamworth region. You’ll work with a diverse community caseload, support safe discharge planning, and provide services to residential aged care facilities in Manilla and Barraba.

You’ll be part of a supportive multidisciplinary team, with access to experienced OT mentorship, professional development and flexible working arrangements.

The role is based within New England Community Aged Care Services (NECACS) and forms part of the Tamworth Community Health team. You’ll be based at the Tamworth hospital campus and provide services across the Tamworth region, including Manilla and Barraba.

You’ll join a friendly and connected team that values collaboration, work-life balance and creating a positive workplace.

About You

Are you a confident, motivated OT who loves making a real difference in the community?

We’re looking for someone who enjoys autonomous practice, building strong relationships and thinking creatively to find the right solutions for clients.

Community OT experience is highly desirable, particularly home modifications and equipment prescription. If you’re collaborative, adaptable and ready to make an impact, we’d love to hear from you!

Requirements

• Occupational Therapist with current Authority to Practice with AHPRA
• Eligible to drive in NSW with a current unrestricted NSW Drivers Licence

What We Can Offer

At Hunter New England Health, enjoy a career where you're challenged by interesting work and surrounded by spectacular locations. You'll contribute to the team enriching health in millions of ways every day. On top of this we also offer:

• Sustainable Healthcare: Together towards zero
• Monthly Allocated Days Off (for full-time employees)
• 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

Additional Information

• An eligibility list will be created for future temporary full or part time vacancies.
• This position is full time; however, part time/job share arrangements may also be considered.
• 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.

For role related queries or questions contact Hana Skilton on [e-mail]

Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria contained within the position description (link below). For assistance addressing selection criteria visit: https://bit.ly/3vL5fq2

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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.

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.

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.

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.