Senior Team Leader (Lvl 3) Occupational Therapy - Cancer Care Team - Perm FT
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- South Western Sydney Local Health District
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- REQ598078 Requisition #
Employment Type: Permanent Full-Time, 38 hours per week
Location: Liverpool Hospital
Position Classification: Occupational Therapist Level 3
Remuneration: $112,396.00 - $116,038.00 per annum
Requisition ID: REQ598078
Application Close Date: 24/08/2025
Interview Date Range: 27/08/2025 – 03/09/2025
Contact Details: Jean-Jacques Dath - 0423 781 441 I JeanJacques.Dath@health.nsw.gov.au
Please note: A current influenza (flu) vaccination is a mandatory requirement for appointment to this position
About the Opportunity
Are you ready to take the next step in your leadership journey? Liverpool Hospital is seeking a passionate and experienced Senior Team Leader (Level 3) to head our Occupational Therapy Cancer Care Team, a team dedicated to delivering holistic, patient-centred care to individuals navigating the challenges of cancer.
In this pivotal role, you’ll lead a group of skilled clinicians, shaping service delivery, mentoring staff, and driving innovation across multidisciplinary teams. Your leadership will directly influence patient outcomes and contribute to a culture of excellence, compassion, and continuous improvement.
We’re looking for someone who brings:
- Strong clinical expertise and leadership experience
- A collaborative spirit and commitment to cultural sensitivity
- A genuine passion for rehabilitation, recovery, and empowering others
This is more than a job, it’s a chance to make a lasting impact in the lives of patients and their families, while growing your career in a supportive and forward-thinking environment.
Join us and lead with purpose. Apply today!
What You'll be Doing
- Responsible for providing leadership, guidance and line management of the Cancer Care Team in collaboration with the Occupational Therapy Managers.
- Provide clinical supervision, support and clinical expertise for the delivery of safe, timely and high-quality person-centred care for team who cover the acute haematology ward and the cancer therapy outpatient services. In addition, the Team Leader supports clinicians in providing services to the acute complex medical and oncology ward, palliative care ward and outpatient lymphoedema services that aligns with the department’s expectations.
- Be involved in the planning, implementing, evaluating and reporting of services to support the day-to-day functioning of the department.
Are you ready to use your analytical skills to identify opportunities for improvement in clinical practice and service delivery in an ever-evolving environment and make a direct impact on patient’s lives and health outcome?
Where You'll Be Working
Liverpool Hospital, founded in 1813, is the major health service for south-western Sydney, offering a wide range of state-wide services including critical care and trauma, neonatal intensive care, and brain injury rehabilitation. As a key teaching facility for UNSW Sydney and Western Sydney University, it provides extensive clinical services, including emergency care, cancer treatment, paediatrics, and mental health services. The hospital features 23 operating theatres and has a capacity for 877 beds.
The ongoing $830 million redevelopment as part of the Liverpool Health and Academic Precinct is transforming the hospital into a global hub for medical innovation. This redevelopment will expand clinical services, enhance research and teaching facilities, and introduce state-of-the-art equipment and amenities.
Working at Liverpool Hospital means being part of a forward-thinking, innovative team dedicated to providing exceptional patient care. The hospital's commitment to education and research offers numerous opportunities for professional development and career progression.
The vibrant and supportive work environment, combined with the hospital's central location near public transport and local amenities, makes it an ideal place to grow your career while making a meaningful impact on the community.
The ongoing $830 million redevelopment as part of the Liverpool Health and Academic Precinct is transforming the hospital into a global hub for medical innovation. This redevelopment will expand clinical services, enhance research and teaching facilities, and introduce state-of-the-art equipment and amenities.
Working at Liverpool Hospital means being part of a forward-thinking, innovative team dedicated to providing exceptional patient care. The hospital's commitment to education and research offers numerous opportunities for professional development and career progression.
The vibrant and supportive work environment, combined with the hospital's central location near public transport and local amenities, makes it an ideal place to grow your career while making a meaningful impact on the community.
How to Apply
To be considered for this position, please ensure you address the below questions as thoroughly as possible. View our application guide for information on how to respond to criteria and improve your application.
- Recognised Degree in Occupational Therapy or other qualification deemed appropriate by the employer and Current Authority to Practice as an Occupational Therapist with Australian Health Practitioners Regulation Agency (AHPRA)
- Demonstrated experience in the identification of evidence based practice and/or development of treatment protocols.
- Demonstrated experience participating in the planning, implementation and evaluation of local service delivery incorporating the quality improvement process.
- Demonstrated high level organisational and time management skills
- Demonstrated experience in the provision of clinical supervision, mentoring of staff and/or students
- Applicants must possess an Australian C-Class driver's license (including P1 or P2). Those who hold a C class license (P1 or P2 included) from a state other than NSW must obtain a NSW C class (P1 or P2 included) license within three months of appointment. Learner's licenses are not permitted.
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Additional Information
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Health & Fitness
South Western Sydney Local Health District employees receive discounted Gym Membership/Corporate Wellbeing Programs, including Fitness Passport.
Transforming Your Experience
Transforming Your Experience (TYE) is SWSLHDs key strategy to always positively transform your, our patients, our consumers, our staffs and our communities experiences across our organisation and services. Our vision is that our care is always safe, high quality and personalised and all our staff are supported and empowered to achieve their full potential. SWSLHD upholds the CORE Values – Collaboration, Openness, Respect and Empowerment.
To be eligible for permanent appointment to a position in NSW Health, you must have an Australian citizenship or permanent Australian residency.
At South Western Sydney Local Health District we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, where we don’t just accept differences but we honour and support it. Committed to providing a working environment that thrives and values diversity, we encourage people of ⚫️ 🟡 🔴 Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander ⚫️ 🟡 🔴 background, people with a disability and people from the LGBTQI+ community to apply.
SWSLHD is committed to driving a child safe culture that upholds children and young people’s rights. We strive to ensure children and young people feel safe, supported and included in their care. Existing staff of SWSLHD and those seeking employment are required to take the safety, welfare and wellbeing of children and young people seriously while taking action to keep them safe from harm and abuse.
