Occupational Therapist - New Grad or Experienced - Mackay, Queensland.
Position Highlights
- $85,000 - $120,000 per annum including superannuation
- New grads or experienced clinicians welcome to apply
- Combine meaningful work, genuine connection, and growth opportunities, whilst thriving in a beautiful coastal town
- Generous professional development budget + leave
Employment Type
Permanent – Full-Time.
Practice Information
This paediatric private practice does things differently. They're not just building a team— they're creating a place where passionate therapists can grow, be supported, and make a real impact in the lives of children and families. If you're an Occupational Therapist who's looking for more than just a job— something meaningful, balanced, and fun— this might be the team you've been waiting for.
Position Description
Join this multidisciplinary team of OT’s, speech pathologists, physios and AHAs who work collaboratively to support children from birth to adolescence. Depending on your interests and experience, your caseload may include children from 0-16 years of age with developmental, neurodevelopmental, neurodivergent or general childhood presentations, with opportunity to develop skills in:
- Equipment prescription, AAC and other assistive technology
- Running group and community-based program
- Supporting children with their everyday routines and ADLs
- Parent coaching and education, delivering workshops, and more
You’ll deliver therapy in this bright, family-friendly clinic, and work collaboratively to support children in homes, schools, and community settings — wherever support matters most.
On Offer
- True flexibility: Full-time — your hours, your life, your rhythm
- Smart scheduling: Dedicated time every day for prep, admin, and reflection
- In-house mentoring: Senior OTs + highly experienced
- Team Leaders who genuinely have your back
- Growth opportunities: Pathways to specialise, lead, or simply be your best
- A real team culture: supportive team that loves what they do
- Project hour every day — just for you to catch up, get extra mentoring, work shadow another therapist, do some project work, or collaborate with your teammates about your clients
- Admin support from the awesome Client Services Team so you can focus on helping your clients
- Career conversations and regular check-ins — no getting lost here
- Warm, welcoming clients who value what you do
Position Requirements
- Recognised degree in Occupational Therapy
- Registration with AHPRA as an occupational therapist
- Blue Card and NDIS Worker Screening
- Driver's licence (for community visits)
- Eligibility to work in Australia
- A big heart and a passion for working with kids and families!
After Hours Requirements
No.
About Mackay
In beautiful coastal Mackay—on the doorstep of the Whitsundays—you'll enjoy a relaxed lifestyle where people say "hi" at the shops, everything you need is within 30 minutes, housing is affordable, your work truly makes a difference, and your weekend could look like paddleboarding at sunrise or exploring rainforest waterfalls. Here, your weekends feel like a holiday, and your weekdays are filled with purpose.
For more information on this position, please contact our team via
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Following successful placement, eligible candidates may be entitled to receive support and financial assistance through Health Workforce Queensland's comprehensive workforce attraction and retention incentives. This position may be eligible for a scholarship or bursary for ongoing professional development.
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