Occupational Therapist (Lvl 1-2) - Brain Injury Rehabilitation Unit - Liverpool Hospital – Temp PT
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- Occupational Therapist
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- REQ615021 Requisition #
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- Oct 23, 2025 Post Date
Employment Type: Temporary Part-Time, 24 hours per week until 12th of May 2026.
Location: Liverpool Hospital
Position Classification: Occupational Therapist Level 1-2
Remuneration: $35.29 – $50.35 per hour
Requisition ID: REQ615021
Application Close Date: 9/11/25
Interview Date Range: 12/11/25 – 19/11/25
Contact Details:
Carson Wong – (02) 8738 5521 | carson.wong@health.nsw.gov.au
Judy Lui – (02) 8738 5526 | Judy.Lui@health.nsw.gov.au
About The Opportunity
A vacancy exists at the Brain Injury Rehabilitation Unit (BIRU) for a highly motivated Occupational Therapist with appropriate knowledge and skills to join our friendly and supportive team.
The occupational therapy team play a vital role in the multi-disciplinary team, providing rehabilitation to the patients of the Brain Injury Rehabilitation Unit. You will be supported to provide and learn skills specific to Brain injury and neurological rehabilitation. The Occupational therapist will be working with individuals with physical, cognitive and behavioural impairments as a result of their brain injury.
What You'll Be Doing
Provide a high-quality occupational therapy service to clients and their families/carers to ensure the provision of optimal health outcomes for the clients of the service. This encompasses ensuring effective and efficient entry, assessment, treatment planning, treatment implementation, evaluation and separation of patients/clients in a multi-disciplinary setting. The Occupational Therapist is also responsible for undertaking designated administrative tasks necessary to support service delivery.
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.
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, with registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA).
- Demonstrated clinical experience in rehabilitation.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
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 an NSW C class (P1 or P2 included) license within three months of appointment. Learner's licenses are not permitted.
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Health & Fitness
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