Paediatric Occupational Therapist - Griffith

*This position qualifies for incentives under the NSW Rural Health Workforce Incentive Scheme, including up to $10,000 sign on incentive, and up to $10,000 each year (incentive value dependent on full-time equivalent, position and location). Find out more here

Employment Type: Permanent Part Time
Position Classification: Occupational Therapist - Level 3
Remuneration: $112,396.00 - $116,038.00 per annum, pro rata (+ super +17.5% leave loading where applicable)
Hours Per Week: 30
Requisition ID: REQ582959
Applications Close: 9 July 2025
Vaccination Category: A

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

Murrumbidgee Local Health District (MLHD) are looking for a motivated, enthusiastic and passionate Paediatric Occupational Therapist who is ready for a new adventure. As the Paediatric Occupational Therapist, you will be able to provide plan and deliver comprehensive, high quality patient care to our regional Griffith communities. This is your opportunity to step into a position where you are in charge and no two days are the same. You will have opportunities to work within a range of settings, including our brand new, state of the art, Griffith Base Hospital.

To learn more about the community of Griffith - visit us here.

About the role:

Joining a high performing multidisciplinary team, you will provide high level Occupational Therapy services to promote the health and wellbeing of children and their families with specialist knowledge in a clinical area or a high level of broad generalist knowledge.

As the Paediatric Occupational Therapist, you will be responsible for:

• delivering comprehensive Occupational Therapy services
• working collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team to optimise the health care and wellbeing of each client and their loved ones.
• supporting complex cases with a variety of challenges and considerations to navigate

To see all role requirements please review the position description.

What MLHD offer:

• $10,000 sign on bonus under the NSW Rural Health Workforce Incentive Scheme, and up to $10,000 each year.
• Relocation Support: Assistance for interstate applicants to help you transition smoothly into our community
• Professional Growth and Development: Access to ongoing training and education with clear pathways to advance with NSW Health
• Health and Wellbeing: Comprehensive health and wellness programs for you and your family
• delivering comprehensive Occupational Therapy services

About You

Our ideal candidate will demonstrate:

• An in-depth understanding and ability to provide Occupational Therapy services in a curious and empathetic way
• Tertiary Qualifications in Occupational Therapy and registered with AHPRA
• High level of professionalism with ability to work independently and as part of a large team
• Exemplary communication skills, both written and verbal
• Ability to manage a diverse workload and prioritise services where necessary

 

How to Apply

Embrace the infinite opportunities to lead with compassion and make a lasting impact within our community. Contact Ellen McMaster, Acting Ambulatory Care and Allied Health Manager on 02 6969 5916 or Ellen.McMaster@health.nsw.gov.au 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.