Occupational Therapist - Incentives Offered
Employment Type: Part Time Temporary (Up to July 2027) / Job Share Considered
Position Classification: Occupational Therapist Level 1 / 2
Remuneration: $38.51 - $54.94 ph (+ superannuation + salary packaging options) + NSW Health Incentives – (conditions apply, may be pro-rata'd to your contracted or ordinary working hours – to find out more, visit Rural Health Workforce Incentive Scheme and Western NSW LHD Incentives)
Location: Bathurst, NSW – Find out more
Hours Per Week: 24
Applications Close: 20 July 2026 – 11:59pm
Occupational Therapist - Incentives Offered
Bathurst Health Service
About the role
This is an exciting opportunity to join an energetic and enthusiastic team of Occupational Therapists. This role will offer rotations through acute, impatient rehabilitation and sub-acute outreach services with an occasional rostered weekend shift. This role would be well suited to a newly graduated Occupational Therapist looking to expand their clinical skills.
Come and enjoy living in a thriving regional city with many opportunities only two and a half hours away form Sydney.
The Occupational Therapy Department at Bathurst Health Service is a group of friendly, enthusiastic and innovative therapists and Allied Health Assistants who are welcoming and foster growth and development in their colleagues. They have recently implemented an ambulatory rehabilitation program and weekend service and enjoy strong relationships with their Allied Health colleagues.
Bathurst Health Service is an innovative and dynamic organisation dedicated to improving the health and wellbeing of the community.
Early in your career? Get AHEAD!
Kick-start your career with Western NSW LHD’s Allied Health Early Accelerated Development (AHEAD) Program. This unique program provides early-career allied health professionals with:
Support as you commence your role and throughout your first two years in the District
Connection with a peer network of allied health professionals
Professional education and interdisciplinary workshops building professional capability in a range of areas, including leadership and quality improvement
Career development opportunities both within and beyond the program
The AHEAD program is open to early-career allied health professionals in Western NSW LHD. Find out more here: AHEAD program information
Hear from our early-career professionals: WNSWLHD Allied Health Rural Graduate program
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 Fairlie Campbell on (02) 6330 5140or at fairlie.campbell@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 (ongoing or temporary).
· 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
