Paediatric OT — Aboriginal Health Equity

Palliative Care SA; Adelaide; Hybrid; AUD 74,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

The Northern Adelaide Local Health Network (NALHN) is seeking a Paediatric Occupational Therapist with a strong commitment to Aboriginal health equity. This full-time, short-term contract role runs through to 1 October 2027 and is embedded in the Watto Purrunna Primary Health Care team in Ingle Farm / Elizabeth / Port Adelaide.

You will provide evidence-informed OT assessment and intervention for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children and families across the northern Adelaide metro

Qualifications

• Degree in Occupational Therapy with current AHPRA registration.
• Paediatric OT experience with developmental and functional assessment.
• Ability to work in Aboriginal health contexts with culturally safe practice.

Responsibilities

• Deliver paediatric OT assessments, goals and interventions for Aboriginal children.
• Collaborate with Aboriginal health practitioners and community partners.
• Support service planning and continuous improvement within Watto Purrunna PHC framework.
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation per SA Health standards.

Skills

Paediatric OT practice

Interpersonal skills

Cross-cultural communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy

AHPRA registration

Job description

The Northern Adelaide Local Health Network (NALHN) is seeking a Paediatric Occupational Therapist with a strong commitment to Aboriginal health equity. This full-time, short-term contract role runs through to 1 October 2027 and is embedded in the Watto Purrunna Primary Health Care team in Ingle Farm / Elizabeth / Port Adelaide.

You will provide evidence-informed OT assessment and intervention for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children and families across the northern Adelaide metro