Senior Occupational Therapist

Central Adelaide Local Health Network (CALHN)

• Location - Northgate 
• Salary  AHP-3   $112,139 - $120,284 p.a. + super + salary packaging
• Permanent full-time 

We Need You in Allied Health

Join over 2,600 allied health professionals at CALHN and play a vital role in delivering safe and connected world-class care across South Australia.

• Make a real difference across emergency, acute, rehabilitation, community, and mental health care settings.
• Thrive in a values-driven organisation that puts people first and is future focused.
• Collaborate within multidisciplinary teams that support innovation and professional growth.
• Be part of a leading health network shaping the future of health through care, research, and education.

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About the Role

Make a difference as a Senior Occupational Therapist within the CO-ACT team, delivering expert care that supports better outcomes for older people and the community. You’ll lead clinical practice, mentor others, and help shape innovative models of care through collaboration and improvement.

• Lead occupational therapy services and clinical practice
• Manage daily service delivery, coordination and priorities
• Provide expert assessment and therapeutic interventions to support complex discharge planning
• Mentor staff and support student clinical education
• Drive quality improvement and research activities
• Build partnerships across multidisciplinary teams
• Contribute to care models and patient pathways
• Advocate for best practice and improved outcomes

About You

You’re an experienced Occupational Therapist with strong clinical skills and a passion for improving outcomes. You’ll bring specialist knowledge, leadership capability and a commitment to evidence-based practice, teamwork and continuous improvement.

• Degree eligible for Occupational Therapy Board registration
• Current Occupational Therapy Board of Australia registration
• Strong complex clinical assessment, intervention skills and clinical reasoning to support complex discharge planning

• Lead teams through collaboration and quality improvement
• Provide supervision, mentoring and professional support

Why You’ll Love It Here - CALHN benefits that matter
In line with the new Allied Health Professionals, Assistants and Psychologists Enterprise Agreement 2025 you’ll enjoy enhanced benefits that support you and your career.

• Salary packaging – up to $9,010 for living expenses + $2,650 for meals & entertainment + pre-tax super & novated lease options
• Clinical collaboration – work with multidisciplinary teams to access a supportive network of clinicians with broad, shared expertise
• Safe connections – be part of a culture of safety and connectivity, focusing on outcomes and continuous improvements
• Professional development allowance - with structured development support
• Recognition & growth – celebrate success and explore opportunities across CALHN’s many sites
• Flexible work options – speak to us about flexibility options for this role to suit your lifestyle
• Paid leave – with leave loading for rest and recharge
• Health & fitness perks – discounted access to Fitness Passport & free flu vaccinations
• Wellbeing support – Employee Assistance Program for you & your family

Diversity & Inclusion

We’re committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels safe, respected, and supported. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disabilities, culturally diverse backgrounds, and LGBTQIA+ communities.

Application Information

• Please refer to the role description for essential educational/vocational qualifications that may be required     946645 RD Senior Occupational Therapist.pdf
• Appointment will be subject to satisfactory Criminal History Clearances and compliant immunisation screening as indicated in the role description.

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Applications close: 11:55 pm, Sunday, 30 August 2026

Job Ref: 946645

Go to the SA Health Career Website for how to apply, and Australian and International applicant guidelines for more information

Please note that unsolicited applications from recruitment agencies or third parties will not be accepted for this position