Locum Occupational Therapist - Public Hospital Setting
(approx. 2-3 hour flight from Perth)
Located in a beautiful beach resort town!
We are seeking a passionate Locum Occupational Therapist to join our community team in Perth. This role offers flexibility, a supportive team environment, and the opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of people living with disability and older Australians.
About the Role
- Contract: ASAP start, 3-4 months contract
- Hours: Up to 38 hours per week (Mon–Fri)
- Pay: $55–70 per hour + Super
- Location: Perth (approx. 2-3 hour flight from Perth)
- Accommodation: Provided at nominal cost, Relocation assistance provided.
- Work model: Working on a 13 bed mental health inpatient unit with 2 high dependency beds.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide high-quality assessments, interventions, and strategies to support clients in achieving their goals.
- Coordinates therapeutic programme supported by their aboriginal workforce and nursing staff along with initiating NDIS applications and assessments. The inpatient population is around 75% indigenous.
- Work independently to manage a diverse clinical caseload across adult and aged care, with some opportunities to support children and young people.
- Collaborate within a multidisciplinary team to ensure holistic client care.
- Communicate effectively with families, carers, and other health professionals to achieve the best outcomes.
- Respond promptly to referrals and maintain accurate, professional documentation.
About You
- Tertiary qualification in Occupational Therapy with current AHPRA registration.
- Experience in disability, aged care, or community settings is highly regarded.
- Strong communication, time management, and organisational skills.
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team.
- Valid driver’s licence.
Why Join Us?
- Flexible working arrangements with the option for hybrid/community-based work.
- Supportive multidisciplinary team workplace.
- Competitive hourly rate with superannuation, car allowance/mileage reimbursement, and parking provided.
- Opportunity to explore permanent career pathways.
📌 Locum Occupational Therapist
🏢 Change Medical Recruitment
📍 Perth