Paediatric Occupational Therapist

Mediix; City of Melbourne; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary + incentives

Flexible working arrangements

Ongoing mentoring and professional dev

Team environment with low burnout

Job summary

Mediix in Melbourne is seeking an Occupational Therapist with a passion for paediatrics to join a private practice that values a personal touch.

You’ll manage a steady paediatric caseload, build trust with children and families, and collaborate on goals in an environment designed to support development. You’ll have structured admin support to help you focus on meaningful therapy.

The team offers mentoring, professional development and flexible working arrangements in a calm, non-corporate culture.

Qualifications

• Registered Occupational Therapist with Full AHPRA registration.
• Interest in paediatrics with placements or experience.
• Ability to collaborate with families and schools.

Responsibilities

• Caseload managed in paediatrics with a steady pace.
• Engage with children and families to set goals.
• Collaborate with the team to support development.
• Contribute to a clinic culture that supports staff wellbeing.

Skills

Paediatrics

Team collaboration

Clinical communication

Education

Full AHPRA registration

Job description

Occupational Therapist | Paediatrics | Melbourne

If you genuinely enjoy working with children — taking the time to build trust, working closely with families, and seeing long-term progress — this role is built around that kind of work.

We’re partnering with a private practice in Melbourne that has developed a strong paediatric service, without losing the personal feel that often disappears as clinics grow.

What your work will feel like

• A consistent paediatric caseload — not diluted with unrelated work
• Sessions that allow time for engagement, not just task completion
• Strong parent/carer involvement and collaborative goal setting
• A clinic environment designed with kids (and clinicians) in mind

The team

You’ll be surrounded by OTs who enjoy paediatrics — people who share ideas, support each other, and understand that this work can be both rewarding and demanding.

There’s structure when you need it, but no rigid “this is how you must do things” approach.

What makes this role different

• Caseloads are intentionally paced to avoid burnout
• Admin and systems are set up to support you — not slow you down
• You’ll have the flexibility to shape your clinical interests within paediatrics (sensory, developmental, school readiness, etc.)
• A calm, supportive culture that doesn’t feel corporate

Who this would suit

• An OT with a genuine interest in paediatrics
• Someone who values connection with children and families
• Early career OTs with strong paeds placements or experienced clinicians

Essentials

• Full AHPRA registration

On offer

• Competitive salary + incentives
• Flexible working arrangements
• Ongoing mentoring and professional development
• A team environment where people tend to stay