Great Opportunity for an Occupational Therapist to Join a Leading National Allied Health Provider in Wollongong and the South Coast
 
What’s on Offer
An exciting opportunity exists to join a renowned allied health provider offering top-tier facilities, including full rehabilitation gyms, treatment rooms, and purpose-built paediatric spaces. You’ll have everything you need to succeed and grow your career as an Occupational Therapist while being part of a highly experienced and well-supported multidisciplinary team of health professionals.
 
About the Role
The provider is looking for an enthusiastic Occupational Therapist to manage a varied caseload. Your focus will be on improving clients’ functional capacity and providing rehabilitation for those living with disabilities, including physical and neurological conditions.
 
You will have the chance to collaborate with a dynamic team of allied health professionals, including Speech Pathologists, Physiotherapists, Exercise Physiologists, Dietitians, and Podiatrists.
 
Our Client’s Services Include

• Functional / Activities of Daily Living Assessments and Support Needs recommendations
• Assistive Technology Assessments for people with simple and complex needs, with the opportunity to expand your skills and expertise.
• Fine Motor and Gross Motor Therapy
• Housing Needs Assessments, including SIL / SDA or ILO accommodation options.
• 1:1 Therapy – evidence-based and goal-oriented interventions.
• 24-Hour Seating and Positioning Assessments, including the implementation of recommendations.
• Adult Therapy, including group or 1:1 sessions.
• Manual Handling Assessments and Training
• Developmental Milestone Assessments for early intervention (0-5 years) and/or school-aged children (5-12 years) (if you desire a pediatric caseload).
• Sensory Assessments and Interventions
• Emotional Regulation and Behavioral Strategies, working with parents, carers, and teachers (in-clinic, homes, and schools).

Key Responsibilities

• Manage a diverse caseload: Conduct assessments, diagnoses, and evidence-based interventions to support clients in achieving their functional goals.
• Client care: Treat clients with musculoskeletal conditions, neurological disabilities, mental health challenges, and assist with activities of daily living (ADLs).
• Maximise functional capacity: Provide client-centred care that enhances independence, wellbeing, and overall quality of life.
• Maintain documentation: Ensure accurate and timely record-keeping for all client assessments, interventions, and progress.
• Collaboration: Work closely with a multidisciplinary team to develop and implement comprehensive care plans tailored to each client’s needs.

Training & Development
Our client offers an industry-leading clinical development and mentorship program designed to provide personalised support at every stage of your career. You will benefit from access to mentors with postgraduate qualifications and have the opportunity to expand your clinical skills through collaboration with the wider network.
 
About You
The Occupational Therapy team at our client’s organization is passionate about helping individuals live life to the fullest. If you share this passion, are committed to making a positive impact on people’s lives, and eager to develop your career and clinical expertise, this opportunity with Optimum Health Solutions is the ideal fit. We would love to have a conversation with you to explore the exciting opportunities available and how you can contribute to their team.
 
Essential Criteria

• Degree in Occupational Therapy and registration with AHPRA
• Must provide a valid Working with Children Check and National Police Check
• Current driver’s license and access to your own vehicle are essential
• Current Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident

How to Apply
If you meet the qualifications and experience required, please apply with your current resume for review.
For a confidential discussion, please contact:

• Service Team: 1300 09 09 86
• Email: [email protected]