Paediatric Occupational Therapist

Mediix; St Albans; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Flexible working arrangements

Mentoring and professional development

Supportive team culture

Job summary

Mediix in Melbourne is seeking an Occupational Therapist with a passion for paediatrics to join a private practice that values a personal, family-focused approach. You will work with children, build trust with families, and tailor therapy to each child’s goals.

You will collaborate with parents and other clinicians, manage a dedicated paediatric caseload, and enjoy mentoring and ongoing professional development in a clinic designed with kids in mind.

Qualifications

• Full AHPRA registration is required.
• Interest in paediatrics and child development.

Responsibilities

• Provide paediatric occupational therapy services for children and families.
• Engage with parents/caregivers to set collaborative goals.
• Deliver sessions that support long-term progress in development.

Skills

Paediatrics

Family engagement

Clinical reasoning

Education

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? Actually the second?

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