About us

Northern Health is a leading provider of public healthcare services in Melbourne's northern suburbs. As a values-driven organisation, we are committed to delivering compassionate, high-quality care to our diverse community. Join us and be part of a dynamic, purpose-driven team making a real difference in people's lives.

About the role

Join the dedicated team at Northern Health as an Occupational Therapist - Grade 2 - Paediatrics. This full-time role is based in Craigieburn and will see you making a meaningful difference in the lives of children and their families.

What you'll be doing

Provide high-quality occupational therapy assessments and interventions for paediatric clients with a range of needs, including developmental delays, physical disabilities, and mental health conditions

Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualised treatment plans

Support clients and their families through the rehabilitation process, ensuring their goals and needs are at the forefront

Participate in clinical supervision, professional development, and team meetings to continuously improve service delivery

Contribute to the overall operations of the paediatric occupational therapy department

What we're looking for

Tertiary qualification in Occupational Therapy and current AHPRA registration

Minimum 2 years' experience working as an Occupational Therapist, with a focus on paediatrics

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to liaise effectively with clients, families, and multidisciplinary teams

Strong clinical reasoning and problem-solving abilities to tailor interventions to individual client needs

Commitment to ongoing professional development and a collaborative, evidence-based approach to practice

What we offer

Competitive salary and benefits package

Opportunities for professional development and career progression

Supportive and inclusive work environment with a focus on work-life balance

Access to employee wellbeing programs and discounts

Next Steps. . .

If this opportunity sounds like the next step in your career, then we would love to hear from you. Please click on the Apply button and follow the prompts.

For further information, please refer to the Position Description. Alternativly, you can contact Danika Arney, Occupational Therapist Clinical Lead on 0408 350 673

Applications close 3 August 2025

Shortlisting will commence immediately for this vacancy. If an appropriate candidate is sourced, the advertising may close early, thus we advise you to apply right away.