Occupational Therapist - Incentives Offered

Where rural community care meets meaningful impact

Remuneration: $116,892 – $120,680 per annum + superannuation + salary packaging + rural incentives
Location: Tamworth Community Health Service
Employment Type: Temporary Full Time – Until January 2027
Position Classification: Occupational Therapist Level 3
Requisition ID: REQ628280
Applications Close: Sunday 11th January 2026

This is a Level 3 position. However, if there are no appropriate Level 3 applicants, applications from Level 1 and 2 will be considered. The selection criteria reflects the requirements for a Level 3 applicant. Responses from Level 1 or 2 applicants need to demonstrate their level of competence with regard to the same criteria and their ability to work towards Level 3. The expected performance of the incumbent will be commensurate with his/her years of experience and current level at commencement of appointment. The incumbent will work towards meeting the criteria for Level 3. 

We have an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic and self-motivated Occupational Therapist to join our New England Community Aged Care Service (NECACS). In this rewarding role, you’ll deliver high-quality clinical services to adults living within the Tamworth Regional Council area, supporting optimal health and wellbeing outcomes for patients, their families and carers.

You’ll provide assessment and intervention in the community, including discharge planning for Manilla and Barraba Hospitals and post-acute care interventions. Working both independently and as part of a supportive multidisciplinary team, you’ll play a key role in helping people remain safe and independent in their homes and communities.

As part of the NECACS team, you’ll join a group of four CHSP-funded Occupational Therapists who provide strong professional support and collaboration. You’ll also receive guidance and mentoring from three Senior OTs and a Level 1/2 OT, with additional support from a manager who is also an experienced Occupational Therapist.

We value your autonomy - you’ll have the opportunity to manage your own waitlist, appointments, and workload while being part of a connected and encouraging team environment.

About you:

You’re a proactive and organised clinician with strong planning, communication, and time management skills. You’re passionate about rural health care and ready to contribute your expertise in home modifications and equipment prescription to support older adults in achieving their goals.

What we offer:
 

• Be rewarded with up to $10,000 in the first 12 months PLUS up to $5,000 each year thereafter in fortnightly payments under the Rural Health Workforce Incentive Scheme.* 
• A supportive, multidisciplinary environment with strong peer and senior mentorship
• Comprehensive, tailored orientation and ongoing professional development opportunities
• Opportunities for outreach travel to Manilla and Barraba during work hours in a work vehicle
• A role where you can truly make an impact within your community

Join us and enjoy the satisfaction of providing meaningful care across beautiful regional NSW. At Hunter New England Local Health District (HNELHD), enjoy a career where you're challenged by interesting work and surrounded by spectacular locations. Join the team enriching health in millions of ways every day:  
 

• Sustainable Healthcare: Together towards zero 
• Proximity to shopping and other services 
• ADO's each month (for full time employees) 
• Salary packaging options 
• Fitness Passport 
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members 
• Opportunity to work and collaborate with a range of non-clinical and clinical professionals

Requirements:
 

• Occupational Therapist with current Authority to Practice with AHPRA

Additional Information:
 

• * Based on a minimum 18-month commitment to the position or the agreed duration of your contract. All payments to part-time and contract employees will be made on a pro-rata basis in accordance with the terms of your contract, including any approved extensions. Please note: if your contract ends before the agreed completion date, you may be required to repay a portion of the incentive. To check your eligibility, visit the Rural Health Workforce Incentive Scheme. For further information or to discuss your circumstances, please contact HNELHD-RuralIncentives@health.nsw.gov.au. 
• To be eligible for employment in this position you must be an Australian Citizen, or permanent resident of Australia, or a New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand Passport, or hold an appropriate visa that allows you to live and work in Australia. Employment of a temporary visa holder will only be offered in line with the conditions and expiry date of your visa. 
• An eligibility list will be created for future temporary full or part time vacancies.  
• This position is full time; however, job share arrangements will be considered.
• We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position.  

How to apply:

Click apply online, submit your information and resume, and address the criteria listed below providing examples that demonstrate your ability.

1. Detail your experience in assessment and interventions - including home visiting, equipment prescription, home modifications, and developmental / observational assessments
2. Provide examples of your demonstrated high level verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills, including the ability to adapt communication style to suit different audiences
    

Need more information? 

  1) Click here for the Position Description 
  2) Find out more about applying for this position

For role related queries or questions contact Hana Skilton on Hana.Skilton@health.nsw.gov.au