OT Clinical Manager | Education & Mentoring - No Caseload | Clinic Based

Gorilla Jobs Pty Ltd.; Cairns Regional; On-site; AUD 125,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

Gorilla Jobs Pty Ltd. in Cairns is seeking an experienced OT Clinical Manager to lead a dedicated multidisciplinary team in a clinic-based setting. This is a 100% leadership role with no direct client caseload.

You will mentor clinicians, develop OT education programs and strengthen clinical standards within an established allied health organisation, working with senior leaders on governance and workforce planning. Relocation assistance may be available; interstate applicants are welcome.

Job description

OT Clinical Manager | Education & Mentoring - No Caseload | Clinic Based

You've spent years developing your skills as an Occupational Therapist. Now you're ready to help others develop theirs.

We're recruiting an experienced OT Clinical Manager for a dedicated leadership and operational management opportunity in Cairns, offering $125,000-$135,000 + super.

With no client caseload or direct treatment responsibilities, you'll focus on leading a multidisciplinary team, mentoring clinicians, developing OT education programs and strengthening clinical standards within an established allied health organisation.

Why consider this opportunity?

• 100% leadership role: Move away from direct clinical treatment and focus entirely on management, operations and clinician development.
• Competitive salary: $125,000-$135,000 + super, depending on experience.
• Shape something new: Take ownership of developing a newly established OT education function, with the opportunity to influence supervision, training and professional development.
• Make a broader impact: Support clinicians from New Graduates through to experienced Senior OTs, strengthening clinical capabilities across the organisation.
• Established operational support: Work alongside senior leaders, with access to dedicated HR, compliance and administrative support.
• Relocation opportunities: Interstate applicants welcome, with relocation assistance considered on an individual basis (terms apply).

What will you be doing?

• Oversee the day-to-day operations of the Cairns clinical team, including workload planning, staffing, clinician productivity and team performance.
• Lead and support a multidisciplinary team, fostering a positive, collaborative and high-performing working environment.
• Oversee OT supervision and mentor experienced clinicians in developing their own leadership and supervisory skills.
• Design and deliver professional development initiatives, including structured New Graduate OT programs and ongoing education for experienced clinicians.
• Review OT reports, assessments and clinical documentation, providing constructive feedback and supporting quality improvement.
• Work closely with senior clinical and operational leaders on recruitment, workforce planning, operational performance and clinical governance.
• Travel to other clinic locations across North Queensland approximately once per quarter to provide leadership, mentoring and support to OT teams.

Requirements:

• Tertiary qualification in Occupational Therapy
• Current AHPRA registration
• Minimum 5 years' Occupational Therapy experience, ideally at a senior level
• Previous leadership or team management experience preferred
• Strong understanding of private practice and the allied health sector
• Unrestricted working rights in Australia
• Current driver's licence and own vehicle

If you're an experienced Occupational Therapist looking to move into leadership, mentoring or management, we'd love to hear from you.

Additional information

• 100% leadership and management role - no client caseload
• Lead and mentor clinicians while overseeing team operations and OT education
• $125K-$135K + Super | Relocation assistance considered