Occupational Therapist - Level 3 - Incentives Offered

Be the OT who makes a real impact - deliver generalist care across acute, community and aged care while serving rural and remote communities

Remuneration: $116,892 – $120,680 per annum + superannuation + salary packaging + rural incentives
Location: Moree Community Health Service
Employment Type: Permanent Full Time
Position Classification: Occupational Therapist Level 3
Requisition ID: REQ625262
Applications Close: Monday 26th January 2026

Join a supportive, collaborative multidisciplinary team and make a genuine difference across rural and remote communities.

We are seeking a motivated Occupational Therapist to join the Moree Community Health team, providing outreach services to surrounding communities including Mungindi, Boggabilla/Toomelah, Warialda and Bingara. This varied generalist role offers the opportunity to work across acute, community and residential aged care settings, delivering meaningful, person-centred care.

About the role

In this position, you will provide comprehensive occupational therapy assessment and intervention to a diverse rural caseload. You’ll work closely within a collaborative multidisciplinary team, with the support of an Allied Health Assistant who works alongside the Occupational Therapist to enhance service delivery.

What you’ll be doing
 

• Delivering OT assessment and treatment to a broad range of clients across acute, community and residential aged care settings
• Managing a generalist caseload in a rural and outreach context
• Working both independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team
• Effectively balancing competing priorities and managing your schedule across multiple locations

What we offer

• A welcoming and supportive multidisciplinary team environment
• Dedicated Allied Health Assistant support
• Comprehensive online orientation
• Access to clinical supervision and stream network support
• The opportunity to build broad clinical skills in a rewarding rural role

If you’re an Occupational Therapist who enjoys variety, autonomy, and being part of a close-knit team that values collaboration and support, this role offers a fantastic opportunity to grow your skills while making a meaningful impact in rural communities.

Requirements:

• Occupational Therapist with current Authority to Practice with AHPRA

What we offer

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 $5,000 each year thereafter in fortnightly payments under the Rural Health Workforce Incentive Scheme.*
• Sustainable Healthcare: Together towards zero
• Proximity to shopping and other services
• ADO's each month (for full time employees)
• 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

Additional Information: 
 

• * Based on a minimum 18-month commitment to the position or the agreed duration of your contract. All payments to part-time and contract employees will be made on a pro-rata basis in accordance with the terms of your contract, including any approved extensions. Please note: if your contract ends before the agreed completion date, you may be required to repay a portion of the incentive. To check your eligibility, visit the Rural Health Workforce Incentive Scheme. For further information or to discuss your circumstances, please contact HNELHD-RuralIncentives@health.nsw.gov.au. 

• 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.
• An eligibility list will be created for future permanent full or part time and temporary full or part time vacancies.
• We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position.
• At Hunter New England Local Health District, we are an inclusive employer dedicated to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and welcoming workplace. Our commitment to a workforce that reflects the community we care for is essential for delivering the highest quality healthcare to our community. We encourage people with diverse lived experiences to apply. If you require any accommodations or adjustments to the recruitment process please let us know when you apply or at any stage of the process. We will work with you to meet your needs and create the best possible experience. Please contact HNELHD-Diversity@health.nsw.gov.au for confidential support.

 
How to apply:
 

Click apply online, submit your information and resume, and address the criteria listed below providing examples that demonstrate your ability.

1. Please describe a situation where you demonstrated high-level verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills. How did you adapt your communication style to suit different audiences?
2. Please provide an example of how you have worked both autonomously and as part of a multidisciplinary team to manage a complex situation. What was your role and what was the outcome?
3. Please describe your experience leading the planning and evaluation of team activities. How did you contribute to setting goals, coordinating actions, and reviewing outcomes? 

Need more information? 

  1) Click here for the Position Description 
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For role related queries or questions contact Lee Clissold on Lee.Clissold@health.nsw.gov.au