Occupational Therapist - Acute Senior (Lvl 3) - Temp FT
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- Occupational Therapist
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- REQ677079 Requisition #
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- 1 day ago Post Date
Requisition ID: REQ677079
Employment Type: Temporary Full Time, 38 hours per week until 20/09/2027
Remuneration: $2,329.84 - $2,405.33 per week + 12% Superannuation + Salary Packaging
Location: Campbelltown/Camden Hospital
Applications close: 23/07/2026
Contact: Loren Johnson or Dannielle McLaughlin - Occupational Therapy Head of Department on 0436639698 or 0475951667 | Loren.Johnson@health.nsw.gov.au | Dannielle.McLaughlin@health.nsw.gov.au
With your skills and experience, you can contribute to the millions of ways we're enriching health, and develop your career as part of the largest health organisation in Australia.
Achieve Something Great
Take the next step in your Occupational Therapy career with Campbelltown and Camden Hospitals as a Senior Occupational Therapist (Level 3) within our Acute Inpatient Team. This is an exciting opportunity to play a pivotal role in delivering advanced clinical care to patients with chronic and complex needs across a range of specialties. You will utilise your expertise in complex discharge planning and community support systems to facilitate safe and effective transitions of care, while contributing to service development, quality improvement initiatives, and positive patient outcomes within a supportive and growing health service.
Are You the Right Fit?
We are looking for a passionate, friendly, and enthusiastic Senior Occupational Therapist who thrives in a collaborative team environment and is committed to clinical excellence. You are an energetic problem solver with strong clinical reasoning skills, extensive knowledge of community support pathways including My Aged Care, NDIS, EnableNSW, and local services, and a genuine commitment to patient-centred care. As a natural mentor and team player, you enjoy supporting the development of junior staff, driving innovation, and contributing to continuous quality improvement. If you are motivated to make a meaningful impact while advancing your own professional growth through ongoing development opportunities, we would love to hear from you.
Selection Criteria
To help us assess your suitability for the role, please tell us as much as you can about yourself in response to the questions below.
- Recognised Degree in Occupational Therapy or other qualification deemed appropriate by the employer, with registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA).
- Demonstrated advanced clinical skills and significant experience in the provision of occupational therapy services within acute adult inpatient chronic and complex care.
- Demonstrated high level organisational and time management skills.
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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Position Information
Applicants will be assessed against the criteria in the Position Description.
How to Apply
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Diversity, Culture & Inclusion
We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer dedicated to accessibility and a supportive recruitment experience. If you require adjustments or assistance during the application process, please contact SWSLHDJobs@health.nsw.gov.au
We value the diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives of our workforce and are committed to fostering a respectful and welcoming environment. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, neurodivergent individuals, those from Refugee, multicultural and multifaith backgrounds, and members of the LGBTQI+ community.
Aboriginal Workforce
For Aboriginal candidates who would like to talk to our Aboriginal Workforce Team, please contact SWSLHD-AboriginalWorkforce@health.nsw.gov.au. Support is also available through the Stepping Up website.
More Than Just a Job – Why Work With Us?
Financial Perks
12% superannuation
Salary packaging and novated leasing via Smart Salary
Annual leave with 17.5% leave loading (for full-time and part-time staff)
One extra day off each month for full-time employees
Work-Life Balance
Flexible work options, including hybrid and varied hours (depending on the role)
Paid maternity and parental leave
Generous leave options like long service and carers leave
Grow Your Career
Access to learning opportunities through our dedicated Education and Organisational Development team, who support staff with training, workshops, and career development programs.
Health & Wellbeing
Discounted gym membership through Fitness Passport
Free and confidential support for staff and their families via our Staff Wellbeing and Support Service (EAP)
Wellbeing programs that promote mental health, resilience, and balance
Additional Information
Vaccination Requirements
All staff must meet NSW Health’s vaccination and screening requirements before starting.
Child Safe Employment
South Western Sydney Local Health District 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.
Temporary Positions
For fixed-term or temporary contracts, there may be opportunities for ongoing permanent employment, subject to policy and organisational requirements.
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