Overview
Permanent full-time HP4 Senior Occupational Therapist in the Townsville Rehabilitation Unit at Townsville University Hospital.
About the unit
The Rehabilitation Unit is part of the Medical Service Group at Townsville University Hospital, Northern Australia's largest tertiary hospital. The unit delivers specialised, patient-centred rehabilitation services through a multidisciplinary team committed to innovation, autonomy, and excellence in care.
About the employer
Townsville HHS is the public healthcare provider for over 250,000 people across 150,000km2. It operates 21 facilities, employs more than 6,600 staff, and is committed to clinical excellence, career development, a supportive culture, and work/life balance. As a major teaching hospital it trains future health professionals and leads research initiatives to advance healthcare.
Benefits
Clinical Excellence: Delivering high-quality rehabilitation care in a tertiary teaching hospital environment.
Career Growth: Opportunities for research, leadership, and collaboration with James Cook University.
Supportive Culture: Work in a friendly, inclusive team that values autonomy and innovation.
Work/Life Balance: Enjoy the tropical lifestyle of Townsville with access to beaches, outdoor activities, and cultural events.
Competitive salary and benefits (salary between $–$ per fortnight, HP4).
4 to 6 weeks annual recreational leave with % loading.
Generous employer contribution to superannuation of %.
Additional benefits: salary packaging options, generous leave entitlements, and professional development support.
About the opportunity
This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Occupational Therapist to lead clinical services in the Townsville Rehabilitation Unit. You will provide high-level care, supervision, and service improvement initiatives in a supportive and innovative environment. The role offers professional growth through research, education, and collaboration.
Responsibilities
Lead and manage the occupational therapy service for the Rehabilitation Unit.
Provide high-level clinical care to patients across all phases of recovery.
Supervise junior staff and support staff development.
Design and implement service improvement initiatives.
Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, including physiotherapists, nurses, and allied health professionals.
Promote evidence-based practice and engage in research and education activities.
Qualifications
Tertiary qualification in Occupational Therapy.
Current registration with AHPRA.
Ability to operate a class C motor vehicle with appropriate licence endorsement.
Evidence of vaccination or immunity to VPDs as per Queensland Health Policy.
Application details
Enquiries are welcome for a confidential discussion. Please contact Sandra Phillips on 5 (phone number omitted). The closing date is Thursday, 30 October. Submit your application via the provided link, including your CV, referee details, and a short response addressing the key responsibilities.
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