Level 1/2 Occupational Therapist - Sydney

Only for registered members Sydney, Australia

5 hours ago

$76 364 - $108 943 (AUD)

Employment Type: · Temporary Full Time until June 2027 · Position Classification: · Occupational Therapist Level 1/2 · Remuneration: · $76, $108,943.00 per annum, plus superannuation · Hours Per Week: 38 · Requisition ID: · REQ642093 · Applications close: · Sunday, 8 March 2026 · ...

Job description

Employment Type:
Temporary Full Time until June 2027

Position Classification:
Occupational Therapist Level 1/2

Remuneration:
$76, $108,943.00 per annum, plus superannuation

Hours Per Week: 38

Requisition ID:
REQ642093

Applications close:
Sunday, 8 March 2026

Where you'll be working

Prince of Wales Hospital and Community Health Service is a Level 6 Tertiary Referral Hospital with an inpatient bed base of 370.

Each year we care for more than 70,000 patients in our Emergency Department and have around 50,000 admissions to the inpatient units.

POWH offers an outpatient service and rural outreach service and provides more than 900,000 occasions of non-admitted patient care each year, including innovative virtual models of care.

We have transitioned the majority of inpatient units and wards to the Acute Services Building (ASB) including a state of the art Emergency Department and Intensive Care Unit.

POWH provides an exceptional staff experience and enhanced patient and family outcomes as a result of the provision of person-centred care.

Randwick Local council is renowned for our world-class beaches and supported by cafes and restaurants to tickle your taste-buds, Randwick's fascinating coastline and atmosphere will have you in awe the minute you arrive.

Offering a mix of historic buildings, impressive beaches and coastal walks coupled with boutique restaurants, transport links and a vibrant nightlife, you'll never be short of things to do in this progressive community.

Benefits

A workplace culture with a foundation that promotes person centred care approaches and staff wellbeing
Orientation and supported transition into your new role
Targeted clinical stream education programs affiliated with university partners
Development pathways that are aimed at career progression
Up to 12 allocated days off each year (for full-time employees) in addition to annual leave

Salary Packaging options that reduce your taxable income and increase your take-home pay Up to $9K for living expenses and $2.

6K meal & entertainment & Novated Leasing
Corporate health and fitness program, discounted gym memberships with a Fitness Passport
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for employees and family members
Discounted Private Health Insurance

For more information on careers and benefits of working for SESLHD, visit our page.

The Role

In this dynamic role, you'll deliver high-quality, evidence-based care.

Working as part of a collaborative multidisciplinary team, you'll undertake comprehensive community-based assessments, address environmental safety and support needs, and design practical, person-centred interventions that make a real difference in people's everyday lives.

You'll build strong partnerships with patients, families and health professionals, ensuring coordinated, culturally responsive care and continuity of support.

With opportunities to contribute to education, mentor students and grow your own expertise through ongoing professional development, you'll thrive in a service that values innovation, safety, quality and continuous improvement.

Selection Criteria

Qualifications in accordance with Schedule C of the NSW Health Service Health Professionals (State) Award and Current Registration with AHPRA.

Demonstrated core competency skills including assessment, equipment prescription, and community based therapy for adults
Demonstrated ability to work as an independent practitioner under minimal direct supervision and manage a diverse case load

Demonstrated high level written and verbal communication, and interpersonal skills, and the ability to proactively engage with patients/clients to enhance service delivery.

Ability to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team and to exercise independent professional judgement on routine matters, commensurate with years of experience.

Computer skills and the capacity to use health information systems.
Demonstrated commitment to quality improvement and evidence based practice and a commitment to ongoing clinical and professional learning.
Current Class C Drivers Licence

Need more information?

Click here for the Position Description and SESLHD Expected Standards
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For role related queries or questions contact Hannah Smith on

Our CORE Values are Collaboration, Openness, Respect and Empowerment and have been created by employees for employees and help define how we work and to inspire positive interactions in the workplace.

We embrace diversity as our strength and are committed to maintaining an inclusive and collaborative work environment.

Our workplaces are welcoming and safe for all our employees, irrespective of their unique characteristic including age, ethnicity, cultural or spiritual background, gender identity, disability, education and social-economic status.

Read about our Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging Strategy for more information.

Reasonable Adjustments

NSW Health recognises everyone is unique, and that you may require some adjustments to ensure you have the best opportunity to apply.

If we can make some adjustments to the NSW Health recruitment/interview process, then please email SESLHD-Recruitment-POWH- and let us know.

Adjustments may include but are not limited to, physical requirements, interview setups and specific interview availability times where required.

Information For Applicants

An eligibility list may be created for future vacancies

Employment of a temporary visa holder may only occur if no suitable permanent resident or citizen of Australia has been identified for this position following suitable labour market testing.

Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria contained within the position description
Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specific Diseases for all positions prior to offer
We do have an Aboriginal Workforce Team that can also provide support (SESLHD-) and for additional information please visit our Stepping Up Website

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