Employment Type: Casual
Position Classification: Occupational Therapist Level 1
Remuneration: 73427 - 85800
Hours Per Week:
Requisition ID: REQ552263
Applications close: 13th June 2025

Employment with Mid North Coast LHD requires candidates to hold a valid authority to work in Australia (Aust Work Rights Visa).

We are very excited to be recruiting to our Wonderful Occupational Therapist Team across the Hastings Macleay Clinical Network (including Port Macquarie Base Hospital, Kempsey District Hospital, Wauchope District Memorial Hospital and Port Macquarie Community Health). in the coming months. This opportunity is for casual employment, however, we have a number of upcoming expected vacancies and staff leave expected across the network, that eligibility may support recruitment to further temporary employment at part time or full time status in our team. We have consistent shifts available to roster pending your availability and skill mix. We also encourage new graduate and early career therapists to make application. Our team is passionate about supporting a strong culture of learning and development, where you will have access to regular formal clinical supervision, and opportunity to engage in consistent continued professional development. Over the last two years, our team has had two staff members nominated to the NSW Health Excellence in Allied Health Professional Awards for Early Career Allied Health Professional of the Year, as a reflection to our commitment and support for early career development.

What you'll be doing

Provide appropriate occupational therapy services for inpatients, outpatients and community clients as referred in a manner consistent with professional code of ethics and current Mid North Coast Local Health District policies and procedures.

About you, do you have?

1. Bachelor of Occupational Therapy or equivalent qualifications recognised for registration with the Occupational Therapy Board of Australia
2. Demonstrated ability to plan and implement occupational therapy intervention and discharge planning services for adults using professional judgement and evidence based practice
3. Demonstrated effective interpersonal and communication skills fostering positive rapport with clients and colleagues

Diversity and Inclusion lies at the heart of how we recruit

Mid North Coast Local Health District is committed to building a diverse workforce that reflects and understands the community we serve. We are dedicated to fostering an inclusive workplace culture where everyone feels respected, valued and that they belong. As an equal opportunity employer, we welcome applications from candidates of all cultures, backgrounds, abilities, and experiences.

We encourage you to reach out if you require any adjustments or assistance during the recruitment process to ensure you have every opportunity to showcase your talent, skills, and potential. Please contact our Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Manager.

This is a Category A position. Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive for Category A positions prior to offer.

All new employees must agree to comply with the requirements outlined under the General questions section at Occupational assessment screening and vaccination - FAQ

Salary will be accordance with NSW Health State Awards for the advertised classification/s. These awards are available at http://www.health.nsw.gov.au/careers/conditions/pages/default.aspx.

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Need more information?
1) Click here for the Position Description
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For role related queries or questions contact Benjamin Walkling on [email protected]

For Diversity, Equity & Inclusion enquiries, please contact the District Manager - [email protected]

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