Occupational Therapist

About the role

The part-time 4 days per week Occupational Therapist Level 1/2 role until end of April 2027 is located at Braeside Hospital in Prairiewood and works within the Mission and Mission in Action of Hammond. Care to ensure a high standard of Occupational Therapy service is provided to patients of the Hospital, along with appropriate support and advice to their carers.

The Occupational Therapist will participate as a member of the multi-disciplinary team to ensure a patient-centred, evidence-based, continuous quality improvement work environment that is consistent with the values and ethics of Hammond. Care and Occupational Therapy Australia. Hammond. Care is a NSW Health-affiliated organisation all NSW Health transferrable entitlements will be recognised.

The essence of this role Provision of effective and efficient Occupational Therapy service to clients and appropriate support and advice to their carers Participate as a member of the multi-disciplinary team in assessing patients’ level of functional and care needs, setting care goals and providing appropriate treatment Participate as a member of the Hammond.

Care team in the application of the organisation’s Mission and values to the pursuit of its objectives in a client-centred, continuous quality improvement work environment About you A tertiary qualification in Occupational Therapy and registration as an Occupational Therapist with AHPRA Significant practical experience or Extensive Knowledge in providing Occupational Therapy Services in a Rehabilitation and Palliative Care setting.

Experience across inpatient and outpatient/community settings would be desirable A current driver’s licence and safe driving record Willingness to travel between Hammond. Care’s sites and services Effective communication and interpersonal skills Demonstrated organisation and time management skills Able to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team Experience in conducting home assessments and equipment prescription Demonstrated experience in pressure care and pressure injury management.

Empathy and patience Benefits

• What are we offering Salary packaging Leave benefits – purchased additional annual leave Additional training & career development opportunities Reward and Recognition Program Fitness Passports: Full facility access can include gyms, group classes and pools for yourself and your family Free independent, confidential counselling services, wand wellbeing resources available through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for you & your family. Exclusive discounts at My. Car; Servicing, Brakes, Repairs Exclusive commercial discounts for JB HI-FI, The Good Guys, Optus, Dell and Samsung Ready to make a change? Apply Now! For any specific queries please contact Julie Crighton at [email protected] Closing date 13th November 2026 Hammond. Care is committed to creating an inclusive workplace that promotes and values diversity and inclusion. We thrive on creating an equal employment environment where everyone from any background can be themselves. All short-listed applicants for these positions will be asked to consent to a criminal record check, immunisation staff screening & vaccination compliance checks.