Senior Occupational Therapist - Mixed Caseload - 5-10k Incentives Offered

Employment Type : Permanent Full Time Position Classification : Occupational Therapist Level 3 Remuneration : $121,568.00 - $125,507.00 ph (+ superannuation + salary packaging options ) + NSW Health Incentives – (conditions apply, may be pro-rata'd to your contracted or ordinary working hours – to find out more, visit Rural Health Workforce Incentive Scheme and Western NSW LHD Incentives ) Location: Bathurst, NSW – Find out more Hours Per Week: 38 Applications Close: 28 October 2026 – 11:59pm Senior Occupational Therapist

• Mixed Caseload - 5-10k Incentives Offered Bathurst Health Service About the role This is an exciting opportunity to join an energetic and enthusiastic team of Occupational Therapists (OTs) Bathurst Health Service. This role is perfect for an experienced OT or a Level 2 OT looking to expand their clinical skills. In this role, you will work in ED, ICU, acute and rehabilitation wards, outpatients (Hand and Lymphoedema, Paediatric), community and sub-acute outreach to nearby towns. You will build and maintain strong relationships with your Allied Health colleagues and multidisciplinary teams. You will participate in the supervision of undergraduate Occupational Therapy University students and have recently commenced a Rural Clinical School initiative with CSU for fourth year undergraduate OT students to complete their placement blocks in one location. In this role, you will be welcomed into the friendly, enthusiastic and innovative group of Occupational Therapists and Allied Health Assistants and contribute to a team that fosters growth and professional development. To find out more about the role click to view the Position Description A career with Western NSW means you can challenge yourself, make an impact and shape the future of rural health. To explore the benefits of a career in our Local Health District, visit the WNSWLHD website . To apply for this role:
• Click ‘Apply’
• Create a profile in the Recruitment & Onboarding (ROB) System or sign in using your existing login
• Upload your current resume
• Answer the selection criteria Role-related enquiries: Please contact Fairlie Campbell on (02) 6330 5140 or at fairlie.campbell@health.nsw.gov.au for more information. Additional information for applicants:
• All suitably qualified Aboriginal people are encouraged to apply for this position. This is a targeted position under GSE Rule 26 . Where possible, affirmative action will be applied to support employment of eligible persons.
• This recruitment may be used to create an Eligibility List for similar roles in the future (ongoing or temporary).
• Western NSW LHD can provide reasonable adjustments in the workplace. Applicants who provide information on an injury, health condition, or disability in their pre-employment forms will receive a functional assessment from our Risk Management Unit (RMU). This review will consider the applicant’s needs and what reasonable adjustments and workplace supports are available to support their employment journey.
• Western NSW LHD is committed to the safety and wellbeing of every child in our care. All staff in WNSWLHD are required to provide a safe and supportive environment for children, while working to protect them from harm and abuse. For more information on the Child Safety Standards, visit: NSW Government
• Office of Children's Guardian
• Western NSW is committed to creating a safe and accessible workplace that promotes diversity, inclusion and belonging. As a vibrant and diverse region, rich in community and culture, we welcome applications from all people to build a respectful workplace dedicated to delivering the best health outcomes for our community.
• To find out more about the remuneration and conditions, visit NSW Public Health System Awards
• For more information, visit a Guide to Employment with WNSWLHD