Provide professional leadership, advanced clinical expertise and advice to Occupational Therapists working within rehabilitation services across Gold Coast Hospital and Health Services.
The Role
An opportunity has become available for an Occupational Therapist - Assistant Director (Rehabilitation) to join Gold Coast Health (GCH) where the focus of our 13 000-strong team is on providing world-class health care to people living in the Gold Coast, and northern New South Wales region of Australia.
You will
* Contribute effectively as an active member of the Occupational Therapy senior Leadership Team
* Demonstrate high level communication, change management and negotiation skills
* Undertake strategic planning and lead initiatives to be implemented for Occupational Therapy Services
* Lead healthcare improvement activities including education, research and quality improvement
About you
To be successful in this position you will require:
* Tertiary degree in Occupational Therapy
* AHPRA Registration
* Evidence of vaccination, or be able to be vaccinated against and remain vaccinated against - Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella, Pertussis and Hepatitis B
* Tuberculosis screening, to identify if the tuberculosis vaccination may be required
* Driver Licence
* Declaration of serious discipline history must be disclosed
* Criminal History Screening will be required for new employees (GCH will cover cost)
Benefits
* Flexible work options
* Career Development
* Salary Packaging
* Modern Facilities
* Diverse Work Culture
* Research Opportunities
* 12.75% super
* 17.5% leave loading
Salary
* Temporary part time (up to six months, 30.4 hrs p.f.)
* Base salary ranging from $73.13 - $76.30 per hour
About Us
The Occupational Therapy department at Gold Coast Health has a strong focus on clinical excellence, research and healthcare improvement, and is grounded in a culture of success. Gold Coast Health employs registered Occupational Therapists who provide services across all facilities including Gold Coast University Hospital, Robina Hospital, Robina Health Precinct, Southport Health Precinct and Community Health Centres.
About Gold Coast Health
* Nationally and internationally recognised location for innovative medical research and health care
* Annual operating budget exceeding $1.5 billion
* More than 1100 beds across three hospitals - Gold Coast University Hospital, Robina Hospital, Varsity Lakes Hospital and Robina and Southport Health Precincts
* Secondary and tertiary health services across more than 20 facilities
* Opportunity to combine professional advancement, job satisfaction and relaxation into one fulfilling lifestyle
* A workplace culture that encourages people to bring their whole selves to work so that they can perform at their best
* Committed to reflecting the diversity of the Gold Coast community and ensuring each staff member is included and feels like they belong
How to Apply
Click APPLY to submit your application by Friday, 10 April 2026
Gold Coast Health is committed to providing an accessible, inclusive work environment. Please contact the nominated person if you require any reasonable adjustments throughout this recruitment process.
Job Ad reference: GC679479
Please note: no third-party applications will be accepted.