Occupational Therapist - Palliative Care

Join a compassionate and collaborative team dedicated to delivering high-quality palliative care across the Mehi Sector

Remuneration: $58.95 - $60.86 per hour + superannuation + salary packaging
Location: Negotiable between Moree and Narrabri
Employment Type: Permanent Part Time
Position Classification: Occupational Therapist Level 3
Hours Per Week: 16
Requisition ID: REQ638092
Applications Close: Tuesday 10th March 2026

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. 

We are seeking an Occupational Therapist to contribute to a Mehi Sector-wide role, providing expert care and professional advice to clients, families, and staff regarding palliative care needs. This position is based within the Moree Community Health team, working alongside a skilled and supportive multidisciplinary workforce.

About the Role

In this rewarding position, you will:

• Deliver occupational therapy services to clients with palliative care needs across the Mehi Sector
• Provide clinical advice and support to staff managing patients with life-limiting illnesses
• Work collaboratively within a specialised palliative care team including:
  • Palliative Care CNC 2
  • Palliative Care Registered Nurse
  • Palliative Care Allied Health Social Worker
• Integrate within the broader Community Health team, which includes:
  • Full-time and part-time generalist OT services
  • Multidisciplinary allied health and nursing professionals

What You’ll Bring

We are looking for a clinician who has:

• Experience in occupational therapy within palliative care, oncology, or other life-limiting illness settings

 
Requirements:

• Eligibility to drive in NSW

• Must hold qualifications recognised for registration with the Occupational Therapy Board of Australia and have current registration 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:

• 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

Additional Information:
 

• 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 part time and temporary part time vacancies. 

• We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position.   

How to apply:

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

1. Demonstrated ability to work autonomously and within a multidisciplinary team to manage complex situations.

2. Minimum 3 years Occupational Therapy experience with involvement in one or more in the following areas: Palliative Care, Oncology, or other life-limiting illness

3. Extensive experience undertaking Functional assessments, and equipment prescriptions

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