Senior Occupational Therapist - 5-10k Incentives Offered
Employment Type: Permanent Full Time (Job share may be considered)
Position Classification: Occupational Therapist Level 3
Remuneration: $121,568.00 – $125,507.00 pa (+ 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: Mudgee, NSW – Find out more
Hours Per Week: 38
Applications Close: 10 August 2026 – 11:59pm
Senior Occupational Therapist – P & C H – 5 - 10k Incentives Offered
Mudgee Health Service
About the role
We are seeking applications from enthusiastic Senior Occupational Therapist’s to join our team at Mudgee Primary & Community Health.
Leadership and care are at the heart of this position which is an integral part of the multidisciplinary health care team, providing high quality services to patients of our health district.
Working in an acute regional hospital provides experience in a broad range of areas and you’ll lead in an environment of constant change.
The Senior Occupational Therapist is a valued member of the multidisciplinary team and community health teams. This position is a generalist role working primarily with an adult caseload on inpatient unit at Mudgee Health Service. The role may include outreach to smaller communities in Gulgong and Rylstone.
You will have input into service delivery and planning for the OT service. You will deliver a high level clinical occupational therapy service (including services of a more complex nature) with advanced clinical reasoning skills in the provision of clinical care. You’ll also exercise independent professional judgement in solving problems and managing complex situations.
You will support Level 1 and 2 Staff, Allied Health Assistants and students through clinical supervision and education programs and provide a consultative service in area/s of clinical expertise to local clinicians, promoting the quality and safety of the services we deliver.
There are strong links to other occupational therapists within the LHD for networking and mentoring, and support from the local Community Health Manager.
Famed for its gourmet experiences and picturesque countryside, Mudgee is one of Australia’s great food and wine destinations.
Nestled by the beautiful Cudgegong River, the town still possesses the character and charm of its 19th-century past, with something for every kind of traveller. Mudgee is a charming town in the Central West of NSW surrounded by vineyards, hills and pretty countryside in the beautiful Cudgegong Valley.
Mudgee is home to historical buildings, restaurants, Glen Willow Regional Sports Stadium as well as many wineries.
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.
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To apply for this role:
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· 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 Myf Bryant, Manager, Primary & Community Health on (02) 6371 9801 or at myfanwy.bryant@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 https://www.health.nsw.gov.au/workforce/aboriginal/Pages/default.aspx#:~:text=GSE Rule 26 allows agencies,persons covered by the Rule.. 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
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