Senior Occupational Therapist (Clinician - Acute)
Employment Type: Temporary Full Time – (18/8/25 – 31/7/26)
Position Classification: Occupational Therapist Level 4
Remuneration: $121,658.00 - $124,607.00 pa (+ superannuation + salary packaging options)
Location: Orange, NSW – Find out more
Hours Per Week: 38
Applications Close: 13 August 2025 – 11:59pm
Senior Occupational Therapist (Clinician – Acute)
Orange Health Service
About the role
Orange is nestled in the picturesque Central Western Tablelands of NSW; it offers locals and visitors a unique blend of rural living with the culture and opportunities of a modern city.
This position is an opportunity for Occupational Therapists both local or looking for a ‘Tree change’ to become a member of a dynamic rural Occupational Therapy Department at Orange Health Service.
The level 4 Senior clinician role is based within the Occupational Therapy department at Orange Health service and is responsible for the delivery of comprehensive assessment, treatment, complex report writing and discharge planning to the inpatient units: medical, surgical, CCU, ICU, ED, and paediatric wards.
This clinician is also responsible for the supervision of junior staff within the department, facilitating student placements and identifying/leading quality improvement initiatives addressing service delivery within the OT team, MDT and greater health service.
As a Level 4 Senior Occupational Therapist in this position, there is an opportunity to apply your supervisory knowledge and skills and engaged in the development of Occupational Therapists in Acute in-patient service delivery.
If you are passionate on delivering high quality patient care and committed to improving service delivery in the rural setting, this is the opportunity for you.
To find out more about the role click to view the Position Description
A career with Western NSW means you can challenge yourself, make an impact and shape the future of rural health. To explore the benefits of a career in our Local Health District, visit the WNSWLHD website.
To apply for this role:
· Click ‘Apply’
· Create a profile in the Recruitment & Onboarding (ROB) System or sign in using your existing login
· Upload your current resume
· Answer the selection criteria
Role-related enquiries: Please contact Martin Oh, Department Head – Occupational Therapy on (02) 6369 3361 or at Martin.Oh@health.nsw.gov.au for more information.
Additional information for applicants:
· All suitably qualified Aboriginal people are encouraged to apply for this position. This is a targeted position under GSE Rule 26. Where possible, affirmative action will be applied to support employment of eligible persons.
· This recruitment may be used to create an Eligibility List for similar roles in the future.
· Western NSW LHD can provide reasonable adjustments in the workplace. Applicants who provide information on an injury, health condition, or disability in their pre-employment forms will receive a functional assessment from our Risk Management Unit (RMU). This review will consider the applicant’s needs and what reasonable adjustments and workplace supports are available to support their employment journey.
· Western NSW LHD is committed to the safety and wellbeing of every child in our care. All staff in WNSWLHD are required to provide a safe and supportive environment for children, while working to protect them from harm and abuse. For more information on the Child Safety Standards, visit: NSW Government - Office of Children's Guardian
· Western NSW is committed to creating a safe and accessible workplace that promotes diversity, inclusion and belonging. As a vibrant and diverse region, rich in community and culture, we welcome applications from all people to build a respectful workplace dedicated to delivering the best health outcomes for our community.
· To find out more about the remuneration and conditions, visit NSW Public Health System Awards
· For more information, visit a Guide to Employment with WNSWLHD
