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Central Adelaide Local Health Network (CALHN)

• Adelaide
• AHP4 $118,887 - $129,427 p.a. + Superannuation and Salary Sacrifice Benefits
• 12 month temporary contract (up to full-time role)

We Need You in Allied Health

Join CALHN’s Occupational Therapy team and be part of something bigger

Step into a career where your impact is felt every day - focused on meaningful outcomes for the people and communities we serve.

At CALHN, you’ll be part of a large, skilled and connected Occupational Therapy community within a network of more than 2,600 allied health professionals. Here, your expertise is valued, your growth is supported, and your clinical voice matters.

Why Occupational Therapists choose CALHN:

• A large, knowledgeable OT community of practice where you can learn, share expertise and mentor others.
• Diverse caseloads across acute, sub-acute and community — from stroke and orthopaedics to general medicine — building breadth and depth of skill.
• Genuine support for continuous learning, research and leadership development at every career stage.
• True person-centred, outcomes-focused care in a public health setting .
• Strong multidisciplinary collaboration with approachable leaders who back your clinical reasoning and growth.

Beyond the clinical work, our OTs describe CALHN as social, welcoming and connected - a place where professional relationships often turn into lasting networks and friendships.

At CALHN, you’re not just joining a team - you’re joining a community. Build a meaningful OT career with scope, variety and opportunity, while making a genuine difference where it matters most.

Explore our sites, hear our stories and discover where your future could take you.

About the Role

Play a key role in shaping CALHN’s Occupational Therapy workforce. As an Advanced Educator, you’ll lead quality practice, grow capability and drive research and learning across our network—supporting best practice and exceptional care for our communities.

• Lead education training  and competency frameworks
• Build research, professional development and quality improvement programs
• Drive service and workforce development across CALHN

About You

You’re an experienced Occupational Therapist who leads with curiosity, collaboration and clinical excellence. You bring advanced capability in education, evidence-based practice and workforce development—and you’re motivated to lift others as you grow the profession.

• Hold an OT degree with AHPRA registration (OTBA)
• Apply advanced clinical reasoning in complex care
• Lead education, supervision & evidence-based practice
• Build strong partnerships across teams & services
• Manage priorities, solve problems & communicate well

Why You’ll Love It Here - CALHN benefits that matter

In line with the new Allied Health Professionals, Assistants and Psychologists Enterprise Agreement 2025 the following benefits can be expected:

• Professional Development Allowance and reimbursement package
• Incremental wage increases
• Clinical collaboration – access a supportive network of clinicians with broad, shared expertise

We know that a great career is about more than just the work you do, it’s also about the support you receive. At CALHN, you’ll enjoy:

• Salary packaging – up to $9,010 for living expenses + $2,650 for meals & entertainment
• Generous 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
• Flexible work options – including part-time and other arrangements to suit your lifestyle
• Recognition & growth – celebrate success and explore opportunities across SA Health

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 9018097 RD Advanced Educator, Occupational Therapist.pdf
• Appointment will be subject to a satisfactory Criminal History Check, Working With Children's Check and compliant immunisation screening as indicated in the role description.
• SA Health Services are required to implement the Addressing vaccine preventable disease: Occupational assessment, screening and vaccination policy in the workplace.

Curious about how this role could align with your career goals or lifestyle? Connect with Sarah Heard, A/Director OT. Your future with CALHN could begin with one conversation - get in touch today.

P: 0403 121 565

E: sarah.heard@sa.gov.au

Apply Now

• Applications close: 11:55 pm, Monday, 9^th March 2026
• Job Ref: 918097
• 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