Employment Type: Temporary Full Time up to 9 July 2027
Position Classification: Occupational Therapist Lvl 3
Remuneration: 116892 - 120680 full time equivalent base salary range (excludes super, leave loading and salary packaging)
Hours Per Week: 38
Requisition ID: REQ651051
Location: Westmead
Applications close: Midnight on 14 April 2026
At the Sydney Children's Hospitals Network, every role helps children and young people live their healthiest lives.
As the largest paediatric health service in Australia, we care for thousands of children each year, in hospital and at home. Our people are united by compassion, collaboration and excellence in care.
What you'll be doing
The occupational therapist will provide clinical services to inpatients and/or outpatients referred for Occupational Therapy. The occupational therapist will provide evidence based care within a multidisciplinary and family centred context, and utilise holistic occupational therapy models of care. Participation and leadership is expected in ongoing education, teaching, research, evidence based practice and quality improvement activities.
The Level 3 Occupational Therapist will contribute at an advanced level to:
1. Planning, development and evaluation of occupational therapy services.
2. Development, implementation and evaluation of policies, procedures and practice guidelines for patient care
3. Liaison with community based services as relevant to the patient population
Please see attached statement of clinical responsibilities for the identified position.
Eligible employees may access:
* Salary packaging and meal entertainment benefits
* Accrued Day Off (ADO) for full time staff
* Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
* Fitness Passport
* Flexible Work Opportunities
How to Apply:
Click 'Apply Online' and submit your application including:
* A resume (maximum 5 pages) outlining your experience
* Responses to the questions below:
* Recognised qualification in Occupational Therapy and AHPRA registration.
* Significant postgraduate experience relevant to the identified clinical position.
* Demonstrated advanced level of clinical skills relevant to the identified clinical position.
* Demonstrated high level communication and interpersonal skills, time management skills and proven success in multidisciplinary team settings.
* Demonstrated ability to meet supervision needs of students and/or less experienced staff.
* Demonstrated leadership skills in planning and evaluation of service delivery improvement activities.
* Drivers Licence
Child Safe Standards:
SCHN is committed to maintaining a child-safe environment that respects and upholds the rights of children and young people, in line with NSW Health's commitment to the Child Safe Standards. We aim to ensure that children and young people feel safe, supported, and included in their care. All current and prospective staff are expected to prioritise the safety, welfare, and well-being of children and young people, actively working to protect them from harm and abuse.
Additional Information:
SCHN is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values diversity, recognising that a diverse workforce strengthens our culture and enhances the care we provide to children, young people and their families.
Permanent NSW Health roles require Australian citizenship or permanent residency. Temporary visa holders may be considered where no suitable Australian citizen or permanent resident is identified.
NSW Health vaccination and screening requirements must be met prior to commencement.
This position requires a Working with Children Check (WWCC) issued by the Office of the Children's Guardian.
An Eligibility List may be created for future temporary full or part time vacancies.
Need more information?
1) Click here for the Position Description and Statement of Duties
2) Find out more about applying for this position
3) Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply. We recognise the value of Aboriginal staff providing health care to Aboriginal children and families. For application support, visit the NSW Health Aboriginal Recruitment tool, Stepping Up to assist in preparing your application, or contact the SCHN's Aboriginal Workforce Consultant at
For technical support please contact 1300 679 367
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