Occupational Therapist (New Graduate)

NSW Health; Randwick; Presencial; AUD 79.000 - 113.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Salary packaging options

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Discounted Private Health Insurance

Descripción de la vacante

NSW Health is seeking an Occupational Therapist (New Graduate) to join the SESLHD team at Prince of Wales Hospital and The Sutherland Hospital until January 2028. This targeted new graduate position offers structured orientation, dedicated supervision, and opportunities to develop clinical skills within a large district.

Eligibility includes completing OT studies in 2026 and registration with AHPRA by 25 January 2027.

Formación

• New graduate Occupational Therapist with eligibility to practice in NSW.
• Registration with AHPRA by 25 Jan 2027.
• Qualifications in accordance with NSW Health Service Health Professionals (State) Award Schedule C.

Responsabilidades

• Join SESLHD OT team across Prince of Wales and The Sutherland Hospitals.
• Participate in orientation and dedicated supervision for new graduates.
• Contribute to clinical excellence and safety through supported practice within SESLHD.

Educación

AHPRA registration

Descripción del empleo

Employment Type:TemporaryFull Time until January 2028
Position Classification:Occupational Therapist Level 1/2
Remuneration:$79,419 - $113,301 per annum plus Superannuation
Hours Per Week:38
Requisition ID:REQ705951
Application Close: Sunday, 22 November 2026

Occupational Therapist (New Graduate) - Prince of Wales Hospital / The Sutherland Hospital (until January 2028)

Are you looking to start your OT career a large team where there is always someone around to ask assistance or share specialist skills? Be part of an LHD that promotes and shares opportunities for clinical excellence and learning.

Where you'll be working (District)

The Occupational Therapy team in SESLHD are committed to world best practice in the delivery of Occupational Therapy services through:

Proactive Communication

Creative Connection

Brave Innovation

Enabling

Setting Direction.

We have positions available within SESLHD for new graduates entering the OT workforce for the first time in 2027. Positions will be available across Sutherland & Prince of Wales Hospitals.

Qualifications in accordance with Schedule C of the NSW Health Service Health Professionals (State) Award and Registration with AHPRA (by 25 Jan 2027). This is a targeted new graduate position; to be eligible you must have completed your Occupational Therapy studies in 2026.

See what Prince of Wales Hospital has to offer!
See what The Sutherland Hospital has to offer!

As well as well as supported orientation and a dedicated supervisor, to support you as you commence your OT career within SESLHD we also have:

SESLHD OT Early Career network

BUILD Opportunities Program: for Allied Health Professional staff at levels one and two. It sets out opportunities to advance skill sets across six development areas, the steps involved in attaining these skills, and a formal progress report document. Clinicians can further develop their knowledge base, experiences and skills to support their applications for more senior roles

The Safety and Quality Essentials Pathway

Accelerated Implementation Methodology (AIM)

• A workplace culture with a foundation that promotes person centred care approaches and staff wellbeing
• Orientation and supported transition into your new role
• Targeted clinical stream education programs affiliated with university partners
• Development pathways that are aimed at career progression
• Up to 12 allocated days off each year (for full-time employees) in addition to annual leave
• Salary Packaging optionsthat reduce your taxable income and increase your take-home pay! Up to $9K for living expenses and $2.6K meal & entertainment & Novated Leasing
• Corporate health and fitness program, discounted gym memberships with aFitness Passport
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for employees and family members
• Discounted Private Health Insurance

For more information on careers and benefits of working for SESLHD,visit our page.

Targeted Questions

To be considered for this position, please ensure you address the below questions as thoroughly as possible.

1. List three experiences from placement, work, study or life that have most prepared you for this role. For each, explain specifically what you learned.

2. What is the most useful piece of feedback you have received during your OT studies? How has it influenced your practice?

3. Describe a patient or family who significantly influenced your development as an occupational therapist. What did that person teach you, and how has it shaped the clinician you hope to become?

Need more information?

For role related queries or questions contact Karleen Dumbrell on ***************@health.nsw.gov.au

OurCOREValues are Collaboration, Openness, Respect and Empowerment and have been created by employees for employees and help define how we work and to inspire positive interactions in the workplace.

We embrace diversity as our strength and are committed to maintaining an inclusive and collaborative work environment. Our workplaces are welcoming and safe for all our employees, irrespective of their unique characteristic including age, ethnicity, cultural or spiritual background, gender identity, disability, education and social-economic status. Read about our Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging Strategy for more information.

Reasonable Adjustments

NSW Health recognises everyone is unique, and that you may require some adjustments to ensure you have the best opportunity to apply. If we can make some adjustments to the NSW Health recruitment/interview process, then please email***************@health.nsw.gov.auand let us know.

Adjustments may include but are not limited to, physical requirements, interview setups and specific interview availability times where required.

Information for applicants:

• An eligibility list may be created for future vacancies
• Employment of a temporary visa holder may only occur if no suitable permanent resident or citizen of Australia has been identified for this position following suitable labour market testing.
• Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria contained within the position description
• Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directiveOccupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specific Diseasesfor all positions prior to offer
• We do have an Aboriginal Workforce Team that can also provide support(***************@health.nsw.gov.au)and for additional information please visit ourStepping Up Website