Occupational Therapist ACRPC

SA Health; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 73,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous salary packaging

Flexible working arrangements

Wellbeing and career growth

Job summary

SA Health's Northern Adelaide Local Health Network invites new Occupational Therapy graduates to join a structured graduate program at Modbury Hospital. You will rotate through inpatient rehabilitation, geriatrics, community and day services within a multidisciplinary team to deliver patient-centred care.

You will benefit from regular supervision, in-house education, and clear pathways for professional development, with flexible working arrangements and strong support for your growth.

Qualifications

• Eligibility: qualification enabling registration as Occupational Therapist in Australia.
• New graduate within first 18 months of practice.
• Ability to work in multidisciplinary settings.

Responsibilities

• Provide assessment, intervention, and care planning services to patients across NALHN.
• Support supervision of Allied Health Assistants and students.
• Deliver evidence-based, person-centred care.

Skills

Graduate program experience

Team collaboration

Communication skills

Clinical reasoning

Education

Bachelor of Occupational Therapy

Tools

Clinical assessment tools

Job description

Northern Adelaide Local Health Network - Modbury Hospital - MODBURY SA 5092 Salary: $73,710 - $89,981 p.a. plus Superannuation and Salary Sacrifice benefits - AHP1 Temporary Full-Time - up to 12 January 2029 (Multiple Positions)

Launch Your Occupational Therapy Career with NALHN in 2027

Are you a passionate new graduate Occupational Therapist ready to make a real difference?

The Northern Adelaide Local Health Network (NALHN) is excited to welcome our next cohort of Occupational Therapy Graduates in 2027. If you're within your first 18 months of practice and looking for a supportive, rewarding, and diverse start to your career, we'd love to hear from you.

Why Choose NALHN?

At NALHN, you'll gain invaluable experience across a range of sub-acute services while being supported every step of the way by experienced clinicians and a well-established graduate program.

Four diverse 8-month rotations

• Inpatient Rehabilitation
• Geriatric Services
• Community and In-The-Home Services
• Day Rehabilitation

A highly regarded Multidisciplinary Graduate Program

• Structured onboarding and orientation
• Dedicated graduate development sessions
• Opportunities to connect and learn alongside fellow graduates across disciplines

Regular clinical supervision and mentoring

• Individualised support from experienced senior clinicians
• Guidance to help build your confidence, clinical skills, and professional identity

Ongoing professional development

• Access to in-house education programs
• Opportunities to attend external training and learning events

Meaningful work from day one

• Work as part of a collaborative multidisciplinary team
• Partner with medical, nursing, allied health and community services to deliver high-quality, person-centred care

Excellent employee benefits

• Generous salary packaging
• Flexible working arrangements
• A workplace committed to your wellbeing and career growth

About the Role

As an Occupational Therapist (AHP1), you will provide assessment, intervention, and care planning services to patients across NALHN, supporting individuals to achieve their health and wellbeing goals. Working under the guidance of experienced clinicians, you'll develop your clinical expertise while delivering evidence-based, person-centred care. You may also contribute to the supervision and support of Allied Health Assistants and students.

Who We're Looking For

• Are passionate about helping people achieve meaningful outcomes
• Enjoy working collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams
• Are eager to learn, grow, and embrace new challenges
• Want to build a rewarding career in public health

To be eligible, applicants must hold a qualification that enables registration as an Occupational Therapist with the Occupational Therapy Board of Australia .

Join a Team That Invests in Your Future

At NALHN, we're committed to helping our graduates thrive. You'll be supported to grow your skills, build professional confidence, and develop a strong foundation for a successful career in Occupational Therapy. Start your journey with us and help shape healthier communities across Northern Adelaide. NALHN embraces diversity and flexible ways of working, including part-time opportunities. We encourage applicants to discuss flexible working arrangements that may suit their needs.

Appointment is subject to a satisfactory Criminal History Check.

Check(s)

• DHS Working With Children Check (WWCC)
• National Police Check (National Police Certificate) for aged care sector screening - apply to any of the accredited bodies approved to offer a service direct to the public. Accreditation is provided by the Australian Criminal Intelligence Commission . See our National Police Certificate accredited bodies page for links to lodge screening requests.

Immunisation Risk for this position is - Category A (direct contact with blood or body substances) SA Health Services are required to implement the Addressing vaccine preventable disease: Occupational assessment, screening and vaccination policy in the workplace.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants are encouraged to apply.

Job Ref: 951356

Enquiries: Office of Aged Care, Rehabilitation and Palliative Care Phone: [phone] E-mail: [email protected]

Application Closing Date: 16 October 2026 - 11.55PM

Role Description and Further Information: 951356 - Occupational Therapist - ACRPC - AHP1 - Role Description.pdf