Occupational Therapist | Cessnock | Full-time

Optimum Health Solutions; Cessnock; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentoring and supervision

Professional development resources

Career progression pathways

Supportive multidisciplinary team

Modern clinic facilities

Job summary

Optimum Health Solutions in NSW and Tasmania is seeking Occupational Therapists at varying career stages to join a supportive team with a diverse caseload. The role emphasizes NDIS-focused assessments, assistive technology, housing and complex supports, and both adult and paediatric therapy programs.

You will contribute to meaningful outcomes through evidence-based practice, ongoing professional development and collaborative multidisciplinary care, with opportunities for career progression.

Qualifications

• Degree in Occupational Therapy or completing 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

Responsibilities

• NDIS Functional Assessments and related evaluations
• Assistive Technology assessments and equipment prescriptions
• Housing, SDA and ILO assessments and home modification recommendations
• Therapy services for adults and paediatric clients
• Complex clinical work including seating and positioning assessments
• School-based and community-based support

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Evidence-based practice

Driver's license

Working With Children Check

National Police Check

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 clinic's 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.