Occupational Therapist

Provide vital OT care across acute wards at Maitland Hospital - diverse caseload, strong team support, and meaningful impact every day

Remuneration: $73,427 – $104,753 per annum + superannuation + salary packaging
Location: The Maitland Hospital
Employment Type: Permanent Full Time
Position Classification: Occupational Therapist Level 1/2
Requisition ID: REQ586162
Applications Close: Sunday 13th July 2025

At Hunter New England Local Health District (HNELHD), enjoy a career where you're challenged by interesting work and surrounded by spectacular locations. Join the team enriching health in millions of ways every day:

• Sustainable Healthcare: Together towards zero
• Proximity to shopping and other services
• ADO's each month (for full time employees)
• Salary packaging options
• Fitness Passport
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members
• Opportunity to work and collaborate with a range of non-clinical and clinical professionals
  
  

About the role:

We are seeking a motivated and skilled Occupational Therapist to join our dynamic Allied Health team at Maitland Hospital, delivering clinically prioritised occupational therapy services across the acute inpatient wards. This includes supporting patients in medical, surgical, intensive care, and paediatric units.

As an integral part of the hospital’s multidisciplinary team, you will contribute to the assessment, intervention, and discharge planning processes to promote safe and timely patient transitions from hospital to home or community-based care.

You will benefit from the support and guidance of the Site Senior Occupational Therapist, a collaborative cohort of OT colleagues at Maitland, and the broader Lower Hunter Occupational Therapy network. A thorough orientation and onboarding program will be provided to ensure a smooth transition into the role.

We are committed to supporting our staff with ongoing professional development, structured clinical supervision, and a positive and inclusive workplace culture. You’ll have access to peer support, education opportunities, and the chance to make a meaningful difference in the lives of our patients and their families.

About You:

We’re looking for a passionate Occupational Therapist who thrives in a hospital setting and is confident working with a diverse range of clinical presentations, including patients with complex care needs.

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Demonstrated experience in acute care or hospital-based settings, with knowledge across various clinical areas.
• Strong understanding of community supports and services that facilitate safe and effective hospital discharges.
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills, especially when working within a fast-paced, multidisciplinary environment.
• A commitment to delivering patient-centred care and contributing to positive health outcomes.

Requirements:

• Occupational Therapist with current Authority to Practice with AHPRA

Additional Information:

• To be eligible for permanent employment in this position you must be an Australian Citizen, or a permanent resident of Australia, or a New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand Passport. Employment of a temporary visa holder may only occur if no suitable local candidate is identified for the position; in this instance, you may only be offered employment in line with the conditions and expiry date of your visa. 
• An eligibility list will be created for future permanent full or part time and temporary full or part time vacancies. 
• We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position.   
• Hunter New England Health is dedicated to fostering a child-safe environment that respects and upholds the rights of children and young people, aligned with NSW Health’s commitment to implementing the Child Safe Standards. We aim to ensure that children and young people feel safe, supported, and included in their care. All current and prospective staff are expected to prioritise the safety, welfare, and well-being of children and young people, actively working to protect them from harm and abuse. 

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For role related queries or questions contact Sophie Wainwright on Sophie.Wainwright@health.nsw.gov.au