Senior Occupational Therapist – Palliative Care
Employment Type: Permanent Full Time (Job share may be considered)
Position Classification: Occupational Therapist Level 4
Remuneration: $121,658.00 pa - $124,607.00 (+ superannuation + salary packaging options)
Location: Dubbo, NSW – Find out more
Hours Per Week: 38
Applications Close: 27 May 2025 – 11:59pm
Senior Occupational Therapist - Palliative Care
Aged, Disability and Palliative Division
About the role
An exciting opportunity exists to join a service promoting quality of life and dignity for those with a life limiting illness.
The District-wide Specialist Palliative Care Service is a dedicated multidisciplinary team, supporting patients with a life limiting illness across a number of care settings including hospital, community and residential aged care facilities.
The District-wide Specialist Palliative Care Service, includes a team of specialist nurses, Social Workers, Occupational Therapists, Dietitians and Palliative Care Doctors. This team is supported by Clinical Nurse Consultants and Nurse Educator in Palliative Care.
This is currently a Monday to Friday service with a telephone support service, after hours and on weekends and works closely with other care providers and services to support clients, their families and carers.
This position will provide this support in the communities of Dubbo, Wellington, communities North and West of Dubbo and surrounding areas, both face to face and virtually.
The Specialist Palliative Care Service is a consultation service team, providing care in the community, residential aged care facilities and inpatient hospital settings.
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 Mary-Anne Spence, Director Aged, Disability and Palliative Division on 0428 418 578 or at maryanne.spence@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.
· 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
