Occupational Therapist Level 3 - Bega

NSW Health; Bega; On-site; AUD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

NSW Health is seeking an Occupational Therapist to join the Southern NSW Local Health District. The successful applicant will be registered with AHPRA, demonstrate strong communication and clinical skills, work within a multidisciplinary team, manage regional caseloads, and participate in staff supervision and professional development.

A valid driver's licence and willingness to travel are required. The role emphasizes commitment to quality improvement, evidence-based practice, and collaborative

Qualifications

• Current Registration with AHPRA as an Occupational Therapist.
• Proficient written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills.
• Extensive broad generalist knowledge, clinical proficiency and ability to work with minimal supervision, and collaboratively as a member of a multidisciplinary team.
• Ability to prioritise and organise own work / caseload across a regional area.
• Commitment to professional development, quality improvement and evidence-based practice.
• Ability to lead planning and evaluation of team activities.
• Ability to provide and coordinate staff and student supervision.
• Current unrestricted drivers' licence and willingness to drive/travel as the role requires.

Skills

AHPRA registration

Verbal and written communication

Interpersonal skills

Generalist clinical knowledge

Self-management of caseload

Professional development

Team leadership

Staff and student supervision

Driving/travel readiness

Job description

• Current Registration with the Australian Health Practitioners Regulation Agency (AHPRA) as an Occupational Therapist.
• Demonstrated proficient written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills.
• Extensive broad generalist knowledge, clinical proficiency and ability to work with minimal supervision, and collaboratively as a member of a multidisciplinary team.
• Ability to effectively prioritise and organise own work / caseload across a regional area.
• Demonstrated commitment to professional development, quality improvement and evidence based practice.
• Demonstrated ability to lead planning and evaluation of team activities.
• Demonstrated ability to provide and coordinate staff and student supervision.
• Current unrestricted drivers' licence and the ability to maintain. Ability and willingness to drive/travel as the role requires. This may involve driving long distances.
  

We look forward to learning more about you and what you can bring to our team.

Information for applicants
Southern NSW Local Health District is committed to closing the gap in health outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. As part of this commitment, the Stepping Up website has been developed to support Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander job applicants through the NSW Health recruitment process. The site provides guidance, resources, and tools to help applicants confidently apply for roles and build meaningful careers in health.

This is a Category A position. Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive PD2026_004: Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseases for Category A positions prior to offer. All new employees must agree to comply with the requirements outlined in the policy.

Southern NSW Local Health District is dedicated to fostering a child-safe environment that respects and upholds the rights of children and young people, aligned with NSW Health’s commitment to implementing the Child Safe Standards. We aim to ensure that children and young people feel safe, supported, and included in their care. All current and prospective staff are expected to prioritise the safety, welfare, and well-being of children and young people, actively working to protect them from harm and abuse.

At Southern NSW Local Health District, we're proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to fostering a workplace where diversity is celebrated, inclusion is part of everyday practice, and our people are supported to succeed. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, LGBTIQ+ people, and others who bring diverse experiences and perspectives to our workforce.

If you require any accommodations or adjustments to the recruitment process, please let us know when you apply or at any stage of the process. We will work with you to meet your needs and create the best possible experience. Please contact ***************@health.nsw.gov.au for confidential support to ensure an equitable, barrier-free application process.

To be eligible for permanent employment in this position you must be an Australian Citizen, or a permanent resident of Australia, or a New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand Passport.www.immi.gov.au
Need more information?

For role related queries or questions contact Larisa Asimus on 0477 336 *** or *************@health.nsw.gov.au

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