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Central Adelaide Local Health Network (CALHN)

• Based at The Queen Elizabeth Hospital (TQEH)
• AHP3 $108,347 to $116,216 p.a. + super + salary packaging
• Full Time Permanent Role

Join Our Team as a Senior Rehabilitation Occupational Therapist!

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

As a Senior Occupational Therapist, you’ll lead and mentor the well-established occupational therapy service within a dynamic multidisciplinary team based at TQEH.  You will have the opportunity to shape rehabilitation care across surgical, vascular, trauma and orthopaedic pathways, including the clinical areas of burns and amputation. You’ll drive innovation, champion service excellence and make a meaningful impact across CALHN’s diverse healthcare settings.

What You’ll Do

• Lead OT services day-to-day across the rehabilitation ward 
• Support clinicians with guidance, mentoring and profession-specific supervision
• Grow your portfolio area, lifting expertise and driving service improvement
• Advance research, evaluation and quality activities that enhance care
• Represent CALHN through committees, projects and key collaborations
• Support education through student placements

About You

You’re a confident, capable Occupational Therapist who leads with sound judgement, strong communication and a commitment to safe, person-centred care. You bring the right registration, broad and expert clinical skills with the ability to support others while thriving in a busy, multidisciplinary subacute setting. 

• Hold an OT degree that supports AHPRA registration
• Apply advanced clinical reasoning to complex care 
• Communicate clearly with clients, carers and teams
• Lead teams, mentor others and guide safe practice
• Prioritise well, stay adaptable and solve problems calmly

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
• Clinical collaboration – access a supportive network of clinicians with broad, shared expertise
• Professional development – funded CPD with structured development support
• Recognition & growth – celebrate success and explore opportunities across SA Health
• Flexible work options – including part-time and other arrangements 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
• Relocation reimbursement - up to $10,000 (eligible applicants) 

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  922427 RD Occupational Therapist AHP3.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.

Curious about how this role could align with your career goals or lifestyle?

Connect with Lauren Gee, Acting Senior Manager OT – TQEH. Your future with CALHN could begin with one conversation - get in touch today.

P: 0403 659 235

E: lauren.gee@sa.gov.au

Apply Now

• Applications close: 11:55 pm, Sunday, 21st December 2025
• Job Ref: 922427
• 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