Occupational Therapist | Blacktown | Full-time

Optimum Health Solutions; Blacktown; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentoring program

Professional development

Career pathways

Modern clinics

Job summary

Optimum Health Solutions is seeking Occupational Therapists to join a collaborative team delivering NDIS-focused services across adults, paediatrics, assistive technology and therapy. You will develop diverse caseloads aligned to your interests and participate in mentoring and professional development.

Successful applicants will hold an OT degree, be eligible for AHPRA, and bring strong communication, interpersonal skills plus a valid driving licence.

Qualifications

• Degree in Occupational Therapy (or completing final year)
• Current or eligible AHPRA registration
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Current driver's licence and access to a vehicle
• Working With Children Check and National Police Check
• Australian Citizenship or Permanent Residency

Responsibilities

• NDIS Functional Assessments included in caseload
• Functional Capacity Assessments
• Activities of Daily Living Assessments
• Support Needs Recommendations
• Assistive Technology Assessments and Equipment Prescription
• Housing & Complex Supports assessments (SIL, SDA, ILO)
• Therapy services including Fine/Gross Motor, Sensory assessments/interventions
• Complex clinical work such as seating/positioning and early intervention assessments
• School-based and community-based support

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Project management

Education

Degree in Occupational Therapy

Job description

Optimum Health Solutions - 20 Years of Excellence in Allied Health!

Move Your OT Career with Confidence

Final-year Occupational Therapy student? New Graduate? Experienced OT looking for a supportive team and diverse caseload?

At Optimum Health Solutions, we're passionate about helping Occupational Therapists build rewarding and successful careers.

With more than 20 years of Allied Health excellence, 14 clinics across NSW and Tasmania, and a team of over 200 professionals, we provide industry-leading mentoring, professional development and career pathways.

About The Role

With a strong NDIS focus, you'll have the opportunity to develop a varied caseload tailored to your interests across adult, paediatric, assessment and therapy services.

Your Caseload May Include

NDIS Functional Assessments

• Functional Capacity Assessments
• Activities of Daily Living Assessments
• Support Needs Recommendations

Assistive Technology

• Assistive Technology Assessments
• Equipment Prescription
• Complex and High-Cost AT Solutions

Housing & Complex Supports

• SIL, SDA and ILO Assessments
• Home Modification Recommendations
• Environmental Assessments

Therapy Services

• Fine Motor and Gross Motor Therapy
• Sensory Assessments and Intervention
• Emotional Regulation Strategies
• Adult and Paediatric Therapy Programs
• Individual and Group-Based Therapy

Complex Clinical Work

• Seating and Positioning Assessments
• Manual Handling Assessments
• Early Intervention Assessments
• School-Based and Community-Based Support

About You

We're looking for Occupational Therapists who are passionate about helping people achieve meaningful outcomes.

You Will Have

• Degree in Occupational Therapy (or be completing your final year)
• Current or eligible AHPRA registration
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Commitment to evidence-based practice and professional growth
• Current driver's licence and access to a vehicle
• Working With Children Check and National Police Check
• Australian Citizenship or Permanent Residency

Why Join Optimum Health Solutions?

Industry-Leading Professional Development

Weekly mentoring, structured supervision and access to extensive learning resources.

Diverse Clinical Experience

Develop skills across NDIS, paediatrics, assistive technology, functional assessments and therapy.

Career Growth Opportunities

Structured pathways into senior clinical, leadership and specialist roles.

Collaborative Multidisciplinary Team

Work alongside Physiotherapists, Speech Pathologists, Exercise Physiologists, Behaviour Support Practitioners, Dietitians and Podiatrists.

Modern Facilities & Resources

Purpose-built clinics featuring sensory rooms, gyms, motor development spaces and innovative therapy equipment.

Meaningful Work

Support clients to achieve greater independence, participation and quality of life.

Whether you're an experienced Occupational Therapist, a New Graduate, or a final-year OT student looking to get a head start on your career, we'd love to hear from you.