Paediatric Occupational Therapist

Employment Type : Permanent Part Time Position Classification : Occupational Therapist Level 3 Location : Lithgow Hospital Remuneration : $58.95 - $60.86 per hour Hours Per Week : 20 Requisition ID : REQ Applications Close : 02/12/2025 Rural Health Workforce Incentive Scheme Available - In accordance with the Rural Health Workforce Incentive Scheme (PD2024_012) , this position has been recognised as hard to fill/critical to fill and may have an incentive attached to this position. Please visit NSW Health Rural Health Workforce Incentive Scheme for additional information. #ruralhealthincentives With CORE Values of C ollaboration, O penness, R espect and E mpowerment, working with us will ensure your professional life is provided every opportunity to succeed and develop in your chosen career role. About Us Nepean Blue Mountains Local Health District (NBMLHD) is a wonderful place to expand your career and grow your skills and knowledge. As a recognised leader in the healthcare industry, we provide a range of public health services to the Nepean, Blue Mountains, and Lithgow Region. Located in South Bowenfels, the Lithgow Campus is considered as a comprehensive community health centre supporting approximately 20,000 people living in the town and surrounding areas. The services available in Lithgow hospital include Domiciliary care unit, Emergency department, Geriatric assessment unit, Obstetric services, Paediatric service, Drug and Alcohol unit. We are seeking an experienced Paediatric Occupational Therapist to join our small, dedicated multidisciplinary team at Lithgow Hospital. This specialist clinical role provides direct assessment and intervention for infants, preschool, and school-aged children through a mix of outpatient clinic sessions and home or school visits. You will bring broad paediatric experience, including developmental screening of infant milestones, sensory assessment to support regulation strategies, and an understanding of neurodevelopmental evaluation and best practice interventions for functional skills. A family centred approach is essential, along with strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate with teachers, agencies, and allied health colleagues. Practical, routine based therapy strategies and networking skills will help you succeed in this role. Join us and make a real difference in the lives of children and families while working in a supportive, community focused environment. Apply today and help shape brighter futures. The Welcome Experience: Regional NSW – Make the move NSW Government offers a free service to essential workers and their families who are considering or in the process of moving to regional NSW. The Welcome Experience joins Local Connectors with essential workers to provide support which is tailored to the specific needs of the individual or family offering support with relocation, housing, education, social connections, accessibility and healthcare, leisure and recreation and Cultural connections. Please visit The Welcome Experience website to learn about this free service or register now for a Local Connector to contact you by completing the registration form . Benefits available to eligible NBMLHD employees Opportunity for extra tax savings through Salary Packaging Novated Leasing Great education opportunities through Education Training Service which offers over 110 courses each year Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members Fitness Passport NBMLHD is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment which reflects the community we serve. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, LGBTIQA+, Cultural and Linguistically Diverse (CALD) people, neurodiverse individuals, and people with disabilities to apply. NBMLHD is committed to implementing the child safe standards. For more information, please click here Child Safe Standards . For assistance with applying through the NSW Health Career Portal please click here . What you will bring to the role Registered with the Occupational therapy Board (APHRA) Significant post graduate clinical experience and knowledge across a range of clinical areas Ability to work independently and as an effective multidisciplinary team member Demonstrate a high level of written and verbal communication, consultation, and negotiation skills Demonstrated ability to plan and co-ordinate client care and service management within service priorities Demonstrated ability to identify opportunities to develop, lead and evaluate quality improvement and actively ensure best practice Current NSW Drivers Licence with a good driving record Employment of a temporary visa holder may only occur if no suitable permanent resident or citizen of Australia has been identified and must not exceed the duration or conditions associated with the current visa. Need more information?1) Click here for the Position Description 2) Find out more about applying for this position. For role related queries or questions contact Susan Kerr on #J-18808-Ljbffr