CCLHD - Occupational Therapist - New Graduate

Employment Type: Temporary Full Time
Position Classification: Occupational Therapist Level 1
Remuneration: $1,522.06 - $1,778.52 per week
Hours Per Week: 38
Location: Gosford Hospital
Requisition ID: REQ688977
Applications Close: Monday 21st September 2026 at 11.59pm

Do you thrive in a team environment where your contribution truly matters? At Central Coast Local Health District (CCLHD), we are committed to Trusted Care, Better Health for Everyone, and we are looking for a New Graduate Occupational Therapist to be an essential part of our team.

About the Opportunity

As an Occupational Therapist Level 1, you will provide a high quality clinical service to clients/patients/ consumers and their families/carers to ensure the provision of optimal health outcomes for clients/patients/ consumers of the Occupational Therapy service.

This is a 2 year temporary contract consisting of 12 months in acute inpatients and 12 months in rehabilitation.

This position plays a key role in ensuring continuity of care and enhancing the overall patient experience. In this role you will:

• Provide client/patient/consumer centred care and clinical recommendations to them, their families/carers, and other health care professionals.
• Exercise professional judgement for the clinical assessment and management of clients/patients/consumers referred based on level of experience and seek support from more experienced clinicians as required.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives, as directed by senior clinician, to enhance service delivery and client/patient/consumer outcomes.
• Ensure client/patient/consumer care is delivered within professional, organisational, legal and ethical boundaries.
   

For more information about this role, please view the Position Description. 

About You

We are looking for someone who has:

• Qualification as an Occupational Therapist with current Registration with AHPRA.
• Effective verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills, appropriate to communicate with patients, carers and members of the multi-disciplinary team.
• Sound clinical reasoning and the ability to work independently, set priorities and apply a range of options to develop solutions for optimal clinical outcomes for the patient and carer.
• Demonstrated commitment to professional development, evidence based practice and continuous improvement.
   

Applicants must have current work rights in Australia or be a permanent resident or citizen. Unfortunately, we cannot consider applicants who do not meet this requirement.

Benefits

• Work-Life Balance: Enjoy an accrued day off each month, 17.5% annual leave loading, and paid parental leave.
• Financial Benefits: Boost your take-home pay with salary packaging, save on car costs with novated leasing, and access relocation assistance.
• Health & Wellbeing: Stay active with discounted gym memberships (Fitness Passport), free flu vaccinations, telehealth support, and confidential Employee Assistance Program (EAP) counselling for you and your family. Plus, access discounted private health insurance.
• Career Growth: Advance your career with free professional development courses and secondment opportunities.

Need More Information?
Natalie McSwan
Phone: 02 4320 5482
Email: Natalie.McSwan@health.nsw.gov.au

Click here to find out more about applying for this position.

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Working for Central Coast Local Health District - NSW Health 

Central Coast Local Health District is committed to implementing the Child Safe Standards.

Central Coast Local Health District is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants can access support through the Stepping Up initiative, which provides guidance on the NSW Health recruitment process. You’re also welcome to reach out to Nathan Bramston-Dean in our Aboriginal Workforce Development Team at CCLHD-AboriginalWorkforce@health.nsw.gov.au or call 02 4320 3519 for one-on-one support.

Vaccination Requirements

All NSW Health workers are required to comply with the Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination Against Specified Infectious Diseases Policy Directive. This includes:

• Category A positions: Mandatory evidence of protection against specified infectious diseases, including annual influenza vaccination and tuberculosis assessment. 
• Category B positions: Vaccination is recommended but not mandatory. 

Applicants must provide appropriate evidence of compliance prior to commencement. For detailed information, please refer to the NSW Health Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination Policy.

NSW Health strongly recommends all workers stay up to date with COVID-19 vaccinations as per the Australian Technical Advisory Group on Immunisation guidelines. However, COVID-19 vaccination is not a condition of employment.

Additional Information

An Eligibility List (E-List) or talent pool may be created from this recruitment episode to assist in filling future permanent, temporary, or casual full-time and part-time positions.

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You are encouraged to complete applications on a week day where Technical Support is available Monday to Friday 8.30am to 4.30pm by phoning ROB Help Desk on 1300 679 367.