Occupational Therapist - Incentives Offered
Join our team in Moree! Make a real impact as an Occupational Therapist in a diverse, supportive, and community-focused role
Remuneration: $56.69 - $58.52 per hour + superannuation + salary packaging + rural incentives
Location: Moree Community Health Service
Employment Type: Temporary Part Time – Until June 2026
Position Classification: Occupational Therapist Level 3
Hours Per Week: 17
Requisition ID: REQ562798
Applications Close: Sunday 30th March 2025
"Moree Community Health has been a great place to work. The management are supportive, flexible and encouraging of career progression. Working for TACP we get to meet a great range of clients and clinicians where no two days are the same." - Alexandra Downes, Occupational Therapist, Brighter Beginnings Health and Development Checks
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.
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:
- Be rewarded with up to $10,000 in the first 12 months PLUS up to $10,000 each year thereafter in fortnightly payments under the Rural Health Workforce Incentive Scheme.*
- Sustainable Healthcare: Together towards zero
- Proximity to shopping and other services
- 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
About the role:
Are you an Occupational Therapist looking for a rewarding and diverse role in a supportive rural setting? We’re seeking a Level 3 Occupational Therapist, though we welcome applications from Level 1 and 2 candidates if no suitable Level 3 applicants are found. Additional hours may be available for Level 1/2 candidates.
This is a fantastic opportunity to expand your clinical expertise while working alongside experienced clinicians in a dynamic, generalist role. You’ll gain hands-on experience across both community and acute settings, providing vital care in areas such as:
- Inpatient rehabilitation and discharge planning
- Home modifications and assistive technology
- Residential aged care and palliative care
- The Transitional Aged Care Program
If you're looking for a meaningful, hands-on role where you can make a real difference, this position offers the perfect blend of professional growth and community impact.
Where you’ll be working:
Set in the stunning Gwydir Valley of northwest NSW, Moree is a town that offers both relaxation and adventure. Whether you're unwinding in the famous Moree Artesian Aquatic Centre or enjoying the excitement of the Moree Water Park, there’s something for everyone. Moree is well-connected, with direct flights to Sydney six days a week, making it easy to enjoy the perks of rural life while staying linked to the city.
Moree Community Health Service is a vital healthcare hub dedicated to delivering high-quality, patient-centred care to the local community. Working with us means becoming part of a collaborative and compassionate team, making a real difference in the lives of people in Moree and the surrounding areas.
About You:
We’re looking for a reliable, hardworking, and eager-to-learn Occupational Therapist who thrives in a generalist setting. If you’re passionate about providing high-quality care and ready to expand your skills, we’d love to hear from you!
Requirements:
- Occupational Therapist with current Authority to Practice with AHPRA
Additional Information:
- *Based on a minimum 18-month commitment to the position. All payments made to part time employees will be on a pro-rata basis. Check your eligibility here - Rural Health Workforce Incentive Scheme. If you would like to discuss your eligibility or current circumstances further, 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 part time vacancies.
- We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position.
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 Lee Clissold on Lee.Clissold@health.nsw.gov.au
Information for Applicants:
Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria contained within the position description (link below). For assistance addressing selection criteria visit: https://bit.ly/3vL5fq2
Stepping Up Website is a resource designed to help indigenous job applicants apply for positions in NSW Health. For more information, please visit: https://bit.ly/HNEHealthSteppingUp
This is a Category A position. Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive PD2024_015: Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseases for Category A positions prior to offer. All new employees must agree to comply with the requirements outlined in the policy.
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