Senior Occupational Therapist (Level 3) - Inpatient Rehabilitation

NSW Health; Council of the City of Sydney; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in New South Wales is seeking a dedicated Occupational Therapist Level 3 to lead clinical services at Balmain Hospital. The ideal candidate should possess a relevant degree and current registration, along with advanced clinical skills. This role offers opportunities for professional development and benefits such as accrued days off and access to health resources.

Benefits

Accrued Day Off each month

Paid Parental Leave

Free annual influenza vaccination

Discounted Fitness Passport membership

Free courses and coaching via Sydney Education

Qualifications

• Experience at Level 2 or higher in Occupational Therapy.
• Demonstrated advanced clinical knowledge and significant clinical experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide senior clinical leadership within Occupational Therapy service provision.
• Optimise patient/client care delivery and support the development of staff.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Decision making

Advocacy skills

Collaborative stakeholder consultation

Education

Bachelor or postgraduate degree in Occupational Therapy

Current registration with AHPRA

Job description

Employment Type: Temporary Full Time (38 hours per week) Up to June 2026 with possibility of ongoing employment
Position Classification: Occupational Therapist Level 3
Remuneration: $2,154.06 - $2,223.86 per week + annual leave loading + Superannuation
Location: Balmain Hospital or Concord Repatriation General Hospital

Sydney Local Health District is one of the fastest growing Local Health Districts in New South Wales. Our facilities and services are world class and our staff are dedicated, innovative and caring.

About the Role
Balmain Hospital is a community-based healthcare facility that has been caring for local people since 1885. It is dedicated to Aged Care, Rehabilitation and General Practice. Balmain Hospital is committed to providing the highest standards of healthcare to meet individual needs.

Concord has built on its strengths of providing quality health services to returned servicemen and women and local communities, as well as undertaking world class clinical education and research.

Provide senior clinical leadership within Occupational Therapy service provision including optimisation of patient/client care delivery, as well as supporting the mentoring and development of staff.

Ideal Candidate

• Excellent negotiation, decision making and advocacy skills including collaborative stakeholder consultation and current NSW Driver’s Licence (P1 and P2 acceptable).
• Bachelor or post graduate degree or equivalent in Occupational Therapy and current registration with AHPRA, with experience at Level 2 or higher.
• Demonstrated advanced clinical knowledge, skill and significant clinical experience in the provision of Occupational Therapy.

Benefits and Perks!

• Accrued Day Off each month, paid Parental Leave & Annual Leave loading
• Opportunity for extra tax savings through Salary Packaging and Novated Leasing.
• Access to free courses, qualifications and coaching via Sydney Education
• Access to confidential EAP counselling for staff and their families
• Because we care about your health: Free annual influenza vaccination, discounted Fitness Passport membership, and free telehealth nutrition and wellness resources from qualified professionals.

This recruitment may be used to create a talent pool for similar future roles (ongoing or temporary) that may arise over the next 18 months.

Working for Sydney Local Health District - NSW Health

This is a Category A position. To be employed by NSW Health you are required to provide evidence of vaccination to comply with the NSW Health Occupational Assessment, Screening & Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseases Policy.

SLHD is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and people with disability are encouraged to apply for all internal and externally advertised positions.

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Applications Close: 19 October 2025