Occupational Therapist (Lvl 1-2) - Temp FT
Requisition ID: REQ680704
Employment Type: Temporary Full Time, 38 hours per week, up until August 2027
Remuneration: $1,522.06 - $1,778.52 per week + 12% Superannuation + Salary Packaging
Location: Campbelltown Hospital, Camden Hospital
Applications close: 16/08/2026
Contact: Loren Johnson - Head of Department Occupational Therapy on 0436 639 698 | [email protected]
With your skills and experience, you can contribute to the millions of ways we're enriching health, and develop your career as part of the largest health organisation in Australia.
Achieve Something Great
Join a supportive and inclusive team where collaboration, learning, and excellence in patient care are at the heart of everything we do. This role offers the opportunity to gain valuable experience across acute, aged care, rehabilitation, and community settings, allowing you to develop broad and transferable clinical skills through a diverse caseload. With strong senior support, regular clinical supervision, mentoring, and opportunities to participate in quality improvement initiatives and continuing professional development, you will be empowered to build confidence, expand your expertise, and make a meaningful difference in the lives of patients and their families.
Are You the Right Fit?
We are seeking a motivated Level 1/2 Occupational Therapist who is passionate about delivering person-centred care and committed to achieving positive patient outcomes. You thrive in a fast-paced healthcare environment and enjoy working collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team. With strong clinical reasoning skills, you can effectively assess, plan, implement, and evaluate interventions while maintaining clear and professional communication with patients, families, carers, and colleagues. A commitment to ongoing learning, active participation in supervision and professional development, and dedication to NSW Health values, patient safety, quality care, and professional standards will ensure your success in this role.
Selection Criteria
To help us assess your suitability for the role, please tell us as much as you can about yourself in response to the questions below.
- Recognised Degree in Occupational Therapy, with registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA)
- Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
- Demonstrated clinical experience in hospital based occupational therapy.
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Applicants must possess a valid Australian Class C driver's licence (including P1 or P2). Those who hold a C class licence (P1 or P2 included) from a state other than NSW must obtain a NSW C class (P1 or P2 included) licence within three months of appointment. Learner's licences are not permitted.
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Position Information
Applicants will be assessed against the criteria in the Position Description.
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How to Apply
Read our application guide and tips for improving your application.
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Diversity, Culture & Inclusion
We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer dedicated to accessibility and a supportive recruitment experience. If you require adjustments or assistance during the application process, please contact [email protected]
We value the diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives of our workforce and are committed to fostering a respectful and welcoming environment. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, neurodivergent individuals, those from Refugee, multicultural and multifaith backgrounds, and members of the LGBTQI+ community.
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Aboriginal Workforce
For Aboriginal candidates who would like to talk to our Aboriginal Workforce Team, please contact [email protected]. Support is also available through the Stepping Up website.
More Than Just a Job - Why Work With Us?
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Financial Perks
12% superannuation
Salary packaging and novated leasing via Smart Salary
Annual leave with 17.5% leave loading (for full-time and part-time staff)
One extra day off each month for full-time employees
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Work-Life Balance
Flexible work options, including hybrid and varied hours (depending on the role)
Paid maternity and parental leave
Generous leave options like long service and carers leave
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Grow Your Career
Access to learning opportunities through our dedicated Education and Organisational Development team, who support staff with training, workshops, and career development programs.
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Health & Wellbeing
Discounted gym membership through Fitness Passport
Free and confidential support for staff and their families via our Staff Wellbeing and Support Service (EAP)
Wellbeing programs that promote mental health, resilience, and balance
Additional Information
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Vaccination Requirements
All staff must meet NSW Health's vaccination and screening requirements before starting.
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Child Safe Employment
South Western Sydney Local Health District is dedicated to fostering a child-safe environment that respects and upholds the rights of children and young people, aligned with NSW Health's commitment to implementing the Child Safe Standards. We aim to ensure that children and young people feel safe, supported, and included in their care. All current and prospective staff are expected to prioritise the safety, welfare, and well-being of children and young people, actively working to protect them from harm and abuse.
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Temporary Positions
For fixed-term or temporary contracts, there may be opportunities for ongoing permanent employment, subject to policy and organisational requirements.
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