Occupational Therapist - Level 3

Turning everyday moments into opportunities to thrive

Employment Type: Permanent Part Time
Position Classification: Occupational Therapist Level 3
Remuneration: $61.31 - $63.29 per hour + Superannuation + Salary Packaging
Hours Per Week: 8
Requisition ID: REQ684953
Location: The Maitland Hospital
Applications Close: Sunday, 6th September 2026

Where you'll be working
The Occupational Therapy service at Maitland Hospital works across the medical, surgical, paediatric and intensive care wards as well as the Emergency Department.  We are a patient centred, supportive OT team that works within a wider collaborative multi-disciplinary team to facilitate recovery and appropriate discharge from hospital.

The Opportunity
This role is an 8-hour Saturday position to facilitate discharges for elective orthopaedic patients and promote patient flow through the hospital. Support is provided by the Site Senior OT as well as the rest of the OT team.  Full orientation based on individual needs and experiences will be provided.  Education and training opportunities are available in consultation with the Site Senior OT. If you have the following skills, apply today!
💡Significant experience working on the wards in an acute hospital with elective orthopaedic patients
💡A wide variety of other clinical conditions and competing pressures around discharge.   
💡You will be able to prioritise work, liaise with the multi-disciplinary team, raise concerns regarding discharge and work autonomously.
 

1. Occupational Therapist with current Authority to Practice with AHPRA

• Sustainable Healthcare: Together towards zero
• Relocating? The Welcome Experience   offers free support to help you and your family settle into your new community.
• Proximity to shopping and other services
• Monthly Allocated Days Off (for full-time employees)
• 4 weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part time employees)
• 6 weeks annual leave (for eligible full time nurses)
• Paid parental leave (for eligible employees) - giving you the opportunity for true Worklife balance
• Salary packaging options   - up to $11,600 plus novated leasing
• Fitness Passport   for health and well-being - discounted gym options for you and your family
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members

Additional information

• An eligibility list will be created for future permanent part time and temporary part time vacancies. 
• To be eligible for permanent employment in this position you must be an Australian Citizen, or a permanent resident of Australia, or a New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand Passport. Employment of a temporary visa holder may only occur if no suitable local candidate is identified for the position; in this instance, you may only be offered employment in line with the conditions and expiry date of your visa.
• 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. Demonstrated high-level verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills, including the ability to adapt communication style to suit different audiences.
2. Demonstrated ability to work autonomously and within a multidisciplinary team to manage complex situations.
3. Demonstrated ability to lead planning and evaluation of team activities.