Occupational Therapist - Specialist Palliative Care

NSW Health; Forbes; On-site; AUD 55,000 - 79,000; Part time

Job summary

NSW Health, based in Parkes & Forbes, NSW, is seeking an Occupational Therapist for Specialist Palliative Care. The position is temporary part-time (up to 30 May 2027) with 32 hours per week. Remuneration ranges from $40.05 to $57.14 per hour, plus superannuation and salary packaging options.

Applications close 9 November 2026 at 11:59 pm. The role sits within the Aged Care, Disability & Palliative Care Directorate, working as part of a multidisciplinary team to promote quality of life and

Qualifications

• An exciting opportunity exists to join a team promoting quality of life and dignity for those with a life limiting illness.
• The Specialist Palliative Care Service is a dedicated multidisciplinary team, supporting patients with a life limiting illness, across a number of care settings including hospital, community and residential aged care homes.
• This recruitment may be used to create an Eligibility List for similar roles in the future.

Skills

Occupational Therapy

Palliative Care

Job description

Occupational Therapist - Specialist Palliative Care

Employment Type: Temporary Part Time (up to 30 May 2027)
Position Classification: Occupational Therapist Level 1/2
Remuneration: $40.05 - $57.14 per hr (+ superannuation + salary packaging options)
Location: Parkes & Forbes, NSW – Find out more
Hours Per Week: 32
Applications Close: 9 Nov 2026 – 11:59pm

Occupational Therapist – Specialist Palliative Care
Aged Care, Disability & Palliative Care Directorate

About the role
An exciting opportunity exists to join a team promoting quality of life and dignity for those with a life limiting illness.

The Specialist Palliative Care Service is a dedicated multidisciplinary team, supporting patients with a life limiting illness, across a number of care settings including hospital, community and residential aged care homes. The District-Wide Team includes specialist Nurses, Occupational Therapists, Dietitians, Social Workers, Medical Officers and an Aboriginal Palliative Care Coordinator. The Team are supported by Clinical Nurse Consultants, Nurse Practitioner, Nurse Educator and Clinical Nurse Educator in Palliative Care.

The District-wide Specialist Palliative Care Service, work closely with other care providers and services to support clients, their families and carers. We are a consultation service team, providing care in the community, residential aged care homes and inpatient hospital settings via a variety of modalities, including face to face and virtually in a tele-health enabled environment.

Helping you move to Western NSW
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A career with Western NSW means you can challenge yourself, make an impact and shape the future of rural health. To explore the benefits of a career in our Local Health District, visit the WNSWLHD website.

Role-related enquiries: Please contact Christine Symington, District Manager, Palliative Care Services on 0436 920 *** or at ***************@health.nsw.gov.au for more information.

Additional information for applicants:

• All suitably qualified Aboriginal people are encouraged to apply for this position. This is a targeted position under GSE Rule 26. Where possible, affirmative action will be applied to support employment of eligible persons.
• This recruitment may be used to create an Eligibility List for similar roles in the future.
• Western NSW LHD can provide reasonable adjustments in the workplace. Applicants who provide information on an injury, health condition, or disability in their pre-employment forms will receive a functional assessment from our Risk Management Unit (RMU). This review will consider the applicant’s needs and what reasonable adjustments and workplace supports are available to support their employment journey.
• Western NSW LHD is committed to the safety and wellbeing of every child in our care. All staff in WNSWLHD are required to provide a safe and supportive environment for children, while working to protect them from harm and abuse. For more information on the Child Safety Standards, visit: NSW Government - Office of Children's Guardian
• Western NSW is committed to creating a safe and accessible workplace that promotes diversity, inclusion and belonging. As a vibrant and diverse region, rich in community and culture, we welcome applications from all people to build a respectful workplace dedicated to delivering the best health outcomes for our community.
• To find out more about the remuneration and conditions, visit NSW Public Health System Awards
• For more information, visit a Guide to Employment with WNSWLHD