Employment Type: Casual opportunities available
Position Classification: Occupational Therapist – Level 1 / 2
Remuneration: $37.03 - $52.83 per hour (+ super + casual loading)
Location: Wagga Wagga
Requisition ID: REQ585549
Applications Close: 27 July 2025

Are you a talented Occupational Therapist looking to make a significant impact within regional communities?

Murrumbidgee Local Health District (MLHD) are looking for motivated, enthusiastic and passionate Occupational Therapists who is ready for a new adventure. As an Occupational Therapist you will be a part of the Occupational Therapy Team based at our state-of-the-art Wagga Wagga Base Hospital and be supported by a team of fabulous Occupational Therapists and allied health assistants within the department.

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About the role:

We are looking for an experienced Occupational Therapists to join our casual pool of staff to provide a comprehensive Occupational Therapy service to our community.

Occupational Therapy services are provided with a focus on occupational and client-focused outcomes within a multidisciplinary team context.

As the Occupational Therapist you will be responsible for delivering timely, efficient and evidence-based occupational therapy interventions to inpatients at Wagga Wagga Base Hospital (WWBH).

Additionally, the role involves a range of clinical and administrative functions necessary for the delivery of occupational therapy services to patients.

The clinical caseload includes inpatients in acute and subacute wards. This position will rotate through the different wards within Wagga Wagga Base Hospital.

To see all role requirements please review the position description.

What MLHD offer:

• Make a Meaningful Impact – Play a vital role in delivering essential health services to our diverse and vibrant regional communities.
• Attractive Remuneration – Enjoy competitive pay aligned with your skills and experience.
• Flexible Working Arrangements
• Professional Development – Take advantage of ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.
• Health & Wellbeing Support – Benefit from our comprehensive wellness programs for you and your family, including Employee Assistance Programs Fitness Passport and initiatives to support both physical and mental health.

About You

Our ideal candidate will demonstrate:

• Tertiary qualification in Occupational Therapy and hold current registration with AHPRA
• Knowledge, skills, clinical experience and ability in Occupational Therapy practice to provide patient-centred, evidence-based Occupational Therapy services across a range of clinical areas
• The ability to work collaboratively as a member of a multidisciplinary team
• High level of communication skills and organisation skills

How to Apply

Embrace the infinite opportunities to lead with compassion and make a lasting impact within our community. Contact Wendy Garapo, the Occupational Therapist in Charge, via [email protected] for a confidential chat.

Apply Online! Your application will require you to include a resume and cover letter outlining your skills and experience and why you are a good fit for this position.

MLHD is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages all suitably qualified applicants to apply, including Aboriginal People and people from racial, ethnic, or ethno-religious minority groups and people with disability

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