Occupational Therapist

Southern NSW Local Health District; Tamworth Regional Council; On-site; AUD 122,000 - 126,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Monthly Allocated Days Off

4 weeks annual leave

Paid parental leave

Salary packaging options

Fitness Passport

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Hunter New England Local Health District is recruiting an Occupational Therapist Level 3 for a temporary full-time role at Tamworth Hospital. The position supports adults 18+ with assessment, intervention, and rehabilitation across the Tamworth region, including services to residential aged care facilities in Manilla and Barraba.

You will work within NECACS and Tamworth Community Health to provide multidisciplinary care, participate in discharge planning, and deliver high-quality occupational

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Provide occupational therapy 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.

Job description

Hunter New England Local Health District

REQ692823

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 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 withinNew England Community Aged Care Services (NECACS)and forms part of theTamworth Community Healthteam. 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 enjoysautonomous practice, building strong relationships and thinking creatively to find the right solutions for clients.

Community OT experience is highly desirable, particularlyhome 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:AtHunter 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:

• 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 Passportfor health and well-being - discounted gym options for you and your family
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members
• 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.

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.

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