Occupational Therapist - Level 3 - Supportive and Palliative Care

·       Make a meaningful impact in specialised palliative care

·       Work within a collaborative and supportive multidisciplinary team

·       Advance your clinical expertise in a rewarding hospital environment

Lead and deliver high-quality Occupational Therapy care to patients with life-limiting conditions, driving best-practice outcomes in a specialised palliative care setting.

Employment Type: Temporary Part Time (Up to 06/11/2026)
Position Classification: Occupational Therapist Level 3  
Remuneration: $58.95 - $60.86 per hour
Hours Per Week: 14
Location: Auburn District Hospital

Where you'll be working
Join the Supportive and Palliative Care Unit at Auburn District Hospital, part of Western Sydney Local Health District (WSLHD). You’ll be welcomed into a compassionate and skilled team committed to delivering person-centred care to some of the community’s most vulnerable patients. This is an opportunity to thrive in a workplace that values continuous learning, collaboration, and professional growth.

You’ll enjoy:

·       A supportive Allied Health team with strong clinical leadership

·       A culture grounded in respect, compassion, and multidisciplinary teamwork

·       Opportunities to develop skills across both specialised palliative care and broader hospital services

·       Access to ongoing professional development and supervision

·       A dynamic environment where innovation and service improvement are encouraged

What you'll be doing 
In this pivotal role, you will provide high-quality Occupational Therapy services to patients requiring ongoing specialised palliative care support. You will use advanced clinical reasoning, independent decision-making and a holistic approach to deliver exceptional care, while contributing to service development and improved patient outcomes.

Your responsibilities will include:

·       Assessing, planning, and delivering evidence-based Occupational Therapy interventions aligned with APHRA, OTA, NSW Health and WSLHD standards

·       Managing complex clinical presentations using advanced professional judgement

·       Collaborating with clients, families, multidisciplinary teams, community services and external partners to ensure coordinated, culturally sensitive care

·       Maintaining accurate documentation and ensuring best-practice communication across care teams

·       Leading quality improvement activities, supporting policy development, and contributing to enhanced service delivery

How to Apply
Apply online by submitting your resume and addressing the criteria listed below by providing examples that demonstrate your ability before the closing date.

Essential Criteria:

·       Qualification: Bachelor or post Graduate degree in Occupational Therapy 

·       Registration: APHRA registration required 
 

Selection Criteria: 

1.     Current registration to practice as an Occupational Therapist with APHRA.

2.     Current class C driver's licence.

3.     Significant post-graduate clinical experience in Occupation Therapy including acute care, complex discharge planning and palliative care.

4.     Demonstrated ability to work both independently with minimum direct clinical supervision and as part of a multidisciplinary team.

5.     Demonstrated effective written and verbal communication skills including conflict resolution skills.

6.     Demonstrated high level time management and organisational skills in an environment of competing clinical/administrative demands.

7.     Demonstrated experience in designing, implementing and participating in Quality Improvement initiatives.

Requisition ID: REQ620754
Applications Close: 22nd December 2025

Please be aware that due to the Christmas / New Year period, there may be a delay in the progress of your application.  The convenor of this position may not be in contact with you until the new year if you are successful in obtaining an interview.

Need more information?

·       Find out more about applying for this position.

·       Review the detailed Position Description for insights into role requirements and criteria.

·       Explore the selection process, employment checks, outcomes and notifications.

·       For inquiries about the role, contact Cassandra Bartley at 0437761382 or cassandra.bartley@health.nsw.gov.au