Occupational Therapist (Incentives Offered)

Murrumbidgee Local Health District (MLHD); Wagga Wagga; On-site; AUD 79,000 - 113,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on incentive up to $10,000

Annual incentive up to $5,000

Salary packaging up to $20,600 p.a.

Flexible working arrangements

Professional development

Job summary

MLHD is seeking a skilled Occupational Therapist to deliver client-centred, evidence-based interventions across acute, subacute and hand therapy services at Wagga Wagga Base Hospital. You will work within a multidisciplinary team to maximise independence and participation for patients in regional communities.

The role offers diverse clinical exposure with rotation between wards, opportunities for professional development, and incentives under NSW Rural Health Workforce schemes.

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualification in Occupational Therapy with current registration with AHPRA.
• Knowledge, skills and clinical experience to provide patient-centred, evidence-based Occupational Therapy services across a range of clinical areas.
• Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal skills with strong organisational abilities.

Responsibilities

• Deliver timely, efficient and evidence-based, client-centred Occupational Therapy services across acute, subacute and hand therapy settings.
• Rotate between acute and subacute wards to gain diverse clinical exposure and contribute to high-quality services.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to promote participation in meaningful occupations and improve patient outcomes.

Skills

AHPRA registered

Patient-centred care

Strong communication

Time management

Driver's licence

Education

Bachelor of Occupational Therapy

Job description

Employment Type: Temporary or Permanent Part Time (Various positions available – varying end dates with possibility to extend)

Position Classification: Occupational Therapist – Level 1/ 2

Remuneration: $79,419.00 - $113,301.00 per annum, pro rata (+ super +17.5% leave loading where applicable)

Hours Per Week: up to 32

Requisition ID: REQ702101

Location: Wagga Wagga Base Hospital

Are you a talented Occupational Therapist looking to make a significant impact within regional communities?

About The Role

Are you passionate about helping people achieve their goals and maximise their independence? Join the Occupational Therapy team at Wagga Wagga Base Hospital and make a meaningful difference in the lives of patients across acute, subacute and hand therapy services.

Working within a supportive multidisciplinary team alongside experienced Occupational Therapists and Allied Health Assistants, you will deliver timely, efficient and evidence-based, client-centred interventions that promote participation in meaningful occupations and improve patient outcomes.

This diverse role offers the opportunity to develop your clinical skills across a varied caseload, including acute and subacute inpatients and hand therapy outpatients. You will rotate between the acute and subacute wards, gaining valuable experience across different clinical settings while contributing to the delivery of high-quality occupational therapy services.

What MLHD Offer

• This position qualifies for incentives under the NSW Rural Health Workforce Incentive Scheme, including up to $10,000 sign on incentive, and up to $5,000 each year (incentive value dependent on full-time equivalent, position and location).
• Meaningful Impact – Play a vital role in delivering essential health services to our diverse and vibrant regional communities.
• Flexible Working Arrangements - Designed to support work-life balance, aligned with NSW Health policy.
• Generous Salary Packaging – Access up to $20,600 per annum tax-free for living expenses, plus the option for novated car leasing.
• Professional Development – Take advantage of ongoing learning and career development opportunities.
• Health & Wellbeing Support – Benefit from our comprehensive wellness programs for you and your family, including Employee Assistance Programs Fitness Passport and initiatives to support both physical and mental health.
• This position qualifies for incentives under the NSW Rural Health Workforce Incentive Scheme, including up to $10,000 sign on incentive, and up to $5,000 each year (incentive value dependent on full-time equivalent, position and location).

Our Ideal Candidate Will Demonstrate

• A Tertiary qualification in Occupational Therapy with current registration with AHPRA.
• Knowledge, skills, clinical experience and ability in Occupational Therapy practice to provide patient-centred, evidence-based Occupational Therapy services across a range of clinical areas.
• High level and effective written, verbal and interpersonal skills along with high level organisational and time management skills.
• Ability to analyse problems, set priorities, apply a range of options to develop solutions using available resources.
• Evidence of a Class C drivers’ licence with ability and willingness to travel for work purposes.

For role related queries or questions contact Wendy Garapo – the Occupational Therapist in Charge on [e-mail] for a confidential chat.

Applications close: 22 November 2026

MLHD welcomes applications from people of all backgrounds and is committed to building a workforce that reflects the communities we serve.

We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds and the LGBTIQ+ community.

If you identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander, you can access recruitment application support through the Stepping Up initiative.

This is a NSW Health Category A position which requires immunisation and screening for certain diseases. The full list of requirements is outlined in the NSW Health OASV Policy (Page 11). You will be required to complete the OASV Undertaking/ Declaration Form and TB Assessment Tool during the recruitment process. Please upload this with your application along with any other vaccination evidence that you may have.