Occupational Therapist | Up to 10 Weeks Annual Leave | Up to $20k Bonus

Gorilla Jobs; Canberra; Hybrid; AUD 110,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

10 weeks annual leave

Fully funded PhD studies

PD allowance

Laptop and iPad provided

Mentorship program

Job summary

Gorilla Jobs is seeking a paediatric-focused Occupational Therapist for a North Canberra position. The role offers 25 hours per week onsite in a clinic setting, plus 13 hours of remote work-from-home, creating a flexible hybrid schedule.

You will manage a mixed caseload of paediatric clients with an optional adult caseload, supported by a strong national network and mentorship from seniors. A large waiting list and referrals drive ongoing client flow.

Qualifications

• AHPRA registered for Occupational Therapy (Australia).
• Full Australian working rights and clear police checks.

Responsibilities

• Provide paediatric-focused OT services in North Canberra.
• Manage a mixed caseload with potential adult clients.
• Contribute to family intake assessments and care planning.
• Participate in weekly multidisciplinary meetings.

Skills

Paediatric therapy

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Mentorship and coaching

Education

Recognised Occupational Therapy Qualification

Job description

Occupational Therapist | Up to 10 Weeks Annual Leave | Up to $20k Bonus

Thrive in a close-knit local team of eight clinicians supported by 80 national colleagues. Paediatric caseloads offering a combined clinic and a generous work-from-home package.

Contract Types & Location

Full and Part-time Positions available for Occupational Therapy. Location: North Canberra.

Benefits

• Competitive base salary up to $110,000 plus superannuation + large bonus (Up to $130,000 per year)
• Generous uncapped professional development allowance with weekly PD topics
• Fully funded PhD study opportunities through university partnership
• Up to 10 weeks of annual leave
• Provision of laptop, iPad and assessment resources

Team Morale & Support

• Close-knit local team of eight clinicians with seniors providing hands-on mentorship
• Access to a national multidisciplinary network of 80 staff for peer learning and specialist advice
• Structured three-month onboarding programme starting with low KPIs and dedicated supervisor support
• Regular multidisciplinary intake meetings involving families and collaborative care planning
• Long-standing team culture, with many clinicians enjoying 10+ years
• Weekly supervision for all experience levels

About the Role

• Paediatric-focused Occupational Therapist position in North Canberra
• Flexible scheduling and strong work-life balance: 25 hours per week onsite in a clinic-based, plus 13 hours of remote work-from-home
• Mix caseload of complex paediatric clients (with optional adult)
• Referral-driven service from GPs and word-of-mouth, with allocation from a large waiting list
• Participation in family intake assessments and multidisciplinary care planning

Incentives

• Performance-based bonus: $100 for each client seen above tailored clinician-based KPI targets, with potential to earn up to $130,000 per year
• Annual salary review and clear pathways into leadership, advocacy or research roles
• Opportunity to pursue fully funded PhD studies at no cost to the clinician
• Clear career progression into leadership, advocacy and research roles, with funded pathways including free PhD studies

Requirements

• AHPRA registered for Occupational Therapy
• Full Australian working rights and valid security checks
• Recognised Occupational Therapy Qualification

Additional information

• Competitive salary up to $130,000
• Generous work from home options
• Uncapped PD allowance to support up-skilling their clinicians