Occupational Therapist

Medhealth Dba; Western Australia; Hybrid; AUD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full-time or part-time flexibility

Industry leading salary

Salary packaging options

Car allowance

Laptop

Smartphone

Bonus opportunities

Work from home options

Leave options

Ongoing professional development

Job summary

Ability Action Australia is seeking an experienced Occupational Therapist to join our South Perth team in a multidisciplinary environment. Tailor your caseload to pediatrics, adults, or a mixed caseload with travel and FIFO opportunities across regions.

You’ll work with 1:1 supervision, grow professionally, and enjoy flexible full-time or part-time options, with a mix of home, community, and clinic settings. MedHealth support included.

Qualifications

• Current AHPRA registration as an Occupational Therapist.
• Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Proactive, client-centred mindset with a desire to innovate and grow.
• Genuine passion for working in the disability and community sector.

Responsibilities

• Managing a caseload that aligns with areas of interest.
• Conducting clinical assessments across emotional, psychological, cognitive, developmental, and physical functions.
• Developing individualised, evidence-based therapy goals and interventions.
• Providing environmental modification advice for homes, schools, workplaces and residential settings.
• Recommending and facilitating Assistive Technology (AT) to promote independence.
• Staying compliant with current legislation and NDIS guidelines.
• Working collaboratively within a supportive, multidisciplinary team.

Job description

Job Description

Company Description

Welcome to Ability Action Australia!

We are one of the largest providers to the NDIS, with a multi-disciplinary team approach, tailored to the needs and goals of our participants and their family.

Job Description

We’re on the lookout for an experienced Occupational Therapist to join our South Perth team, you will thrive in a multidisciplinary environment and be passionate about making a real difference in people’s lives.

You will have the opportunity to tailor your caseload to your strengths and interests, with the freedom to work with paediatrics, adults, or a mixed caseload.

What keeps things interesting is the mix of metro and regional work options. You’ll have the opportunity to work across different settings and communities, giving you real variety in how you deliver support and the participants you work with.

For those who enjoy a bit of travel, there are also optional FIFO opportunities to Kalgoorlie, Geraldton and Port Hedland , a great way to broaden your experience with travel and accommodation organised and supported by our team!

ABOUT US

We’re a national therapy services provider helping NDIS participants, kids, teens and adults live their best everyday lives.

We’re supportive, very passionate, and big believers in:

• 1:1 Weekly supervision that actually happens
• Growth without burnout
• Teams who lift each other up

OTs love working with us because we combine structure + freedom , support + independence , and professionalism + fun

What We Offer You:

• Work flexibility – Full-time or part-time – it's up to you.
• Excellent remuneration – Industry leading salary + salary packaging options + car allowance + laptop + smartphone + bonus opportunities.
• Work-Life Balance – Enjoy a mix of working from home, in the community , and in-office or clinic hours
• Leave Options – Ability to purchase additional leave, plus a generous staff referral scheme
• Continuous Professional Development – PD allowance, tailored training, and ongoing development with AAA and our parent company, MedHealth
• Passionate and positive culture – Be part of a purpose-driven team that believes in your development and in making a difference.

Your Role:

As an OT in our team, you’ll make a meaningful difference through:

• Managing a caseload that aligns with your areas of interest
• Conducting clinical assessments across emotional, psychological, cognitive, developmental, and physical functions
• Developing individualised, evidence-based therapy goals and interventions
• Providing environmental modification advice for homes, schools, workplaces and residential settings
• Recommending and facilitating Assistive Technology (AT) to promote independence
• Staying compliant with current legislation and NDIS guidelines
• Working collaboratively within a supportive, multidisciplinary team

Qualifications

What You’ll Need to Succeed:

• Current AHPRA registration as an Occupational Therapist
• Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
• A proactive, client-centred mindset with a desire to innovate and grow
• A genuine passion for working in the disability and community sector
• The ability to work both independently and collaboratively
• An interest in pediatrics, complex needs, or a preferred caseload area (let’s tailor it together!)