Senior Occupational Therapist - Newcastle & Hunter Community Care

MedHealth; Newcastle; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

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Job summary

MedHealth is seeking a Senior Occupational Therapist to support participants across the Newcastle and Hunter region. You will deliver timely therapeutic services close to home, managing a caseload and working within a supportive multidisciplinary team.

You will assess and treat across developmental, cognitive, emotional, and physical domains, aligning goals to clients’ needs and the community context. Enjoy mentorship, supervision, and professional growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Current Occupational Therapy registration with AHPRA.
• Experience as an OT or Senior OT beyond graduation.
• Passionate about community-based support for people with disability.
• Excellent time management and organisational skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage an allocated caseload and deliver timely therapeutic services.
• Assess participants’ development, cognitive, emotional, psychological and physical function.
• Interpret findings to formulate tailored treatment goals.
• Provide evidence-based interventions to enhance quality of life.
• Maintain awareness of current legislation for compliance.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to support outcomes.
• Caseload tailored to experience and goals.
• Support the growth and development of graduates and early career clinicians.

Skills

Caseload management

Clinical assessment

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Mentoring graduates

Time management

Education

AHPRA registration (Occupational Therapist)

Tools

Standardised assessments

Job description

MedHealth is seeking a Senior Occupational Therapist to support participants across the Newcastle and Hunter region. You will deliver timely therapeutic services close to home, managing a caseload and working within a supportive multidisciplinary team.

You will assess and treat across developmental, cognitive, emotional, and physical domains, aligning goals to clients’ needs and the community context. Enjoy mentorship, supervision, and professional growth opportunities.