A well-established physiotherapy clinic in Canberra that is expanding to become a one-stop allied health service. They are seeking an Occupational Therapist as the first OT hire to help shape services and grow alongside a fun, supportive team of physiotherapists.

The role offers a diverse paediatric caseload with opportunities to work in both clinic and community settings, including schools and homes, with occasional adult referrals. This is an exciting chance for an OT who enjoys variety, autonomy, and the opportunity to help build something new.

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary: Starting $110,000 + Super
• Clinic room provided, with a laptop and phone available if required
• Travel capped at ~30 minutes from the clinic
• Flexible caseload structure: one northside day, one southside day, and clinic-based remainder
• Professional development is supported on a case-by-case basis, with opportunities to bring new skills such as CME, DMI, or TheraSuit

About the Employer / Practice

• Physiotherapy-led clinic expanding to offer multidisciplinary allied health services
• The majority paediatric caseload, including Autism, ADHD, learning difficulties, and cerebral palsy
• Mix of NDIS and private referrals, spanning clinic-based therapy, schools, and home visits
• Services include functional capacity assessments, equipment prescriptions, home modifications, and serial casting
• Supportive team culture with social activities to connect, debrief, and celebrate wins

Why Join?

This is a unique opportunity to be the first Occupational Therapist in a growing clinic and to help shape the direction of services as demand increases. With autonomy to build a paediatric-focused caseload and support from an experienced physiotherapy team, this role offers both variety and progression. Senior clinicians will have the chance to grow into a team leader role, while new graduates can develop with external supervision and future opportunities to mentor students.

Requirements

• Tertiary qualification in Occupational Therapy with AHPRA registration
• Interest in paediatrics with confidence to work across both clinic and community settings
• Driver’s licence and own car to support community visits
• National Police Checks, NDIS Clearance and Working with Children's Checks

Interested?
Contact Megan Greenhalgh for more information or other Occupational Therapist positions:

Call or SMS: 0468 341 546
Email: [email protected]
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/megan-greenhalgh-4685a8369/