Occupational Therapist

Occupational Therapist - Allied Health Reliever Join to apply for the Occupational Therapist - Allied Health Reliever role at Bendigo Advertiser . About Your New Role In the Occupational Therapy reliever role, you’ll step into a rewarding position that offers variety and flexibility. This role rotates across sites in Newcastle, the Hunter, and the Lower Mid North Coast, giving you the chance to work in diverse services and clinical areas. It is a great opportunity to expand your network and make friends with different teams. While you’ll have a nominated base site, your primary responsibility will be to provide cover for Occupational Therapists on leave across the district. This unique opportunity allows you to broaden your clinical experience while ensuring continuity of high‑quality care for our communities. About The Team You’ll be part of the Allied Health Reliever Programme, a well‑established initiative managed by the Allied Health Directorate since 2007. The programme supports paediatric and adult services across inpatient, outpatient, and community settings. You’ll join a team of covering professions including a Dietitian, Physiotherapist, Social Worker, and Speech Pathologist. Locum blocks typically range from one week to a month, with regular time at your base site every four weeks for admin, mandatory training, professional development, and clinical supervision. Job Details Remuneration : $116,892 – $120,680 Per Annum + 12% Superannuation + Salary Packaging Employment Type : Temporary Full‑Time until May 2026 Position Classification : Occupational Therapist Level 3 Hours Per Week : 38 Requisition ID : REQ Closing Date : Sunday, 23rd of November What We Can Offer You Sustainable Healthcare: Together towards zero Monthly Allocated Days Off (for full‑time employees): 4 weeks annual leave (pro‑rata for part‑time employees) Paid parental leave (for eligible employees) Salary packaging options – up to $11,600 plus novated leasing Fitness Passport for health and well‑being – discounted gym options for you and your family Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members Supports for You From day one, you’ll receive a comprehensive orientation to help you navigate local policies and procedures. The Allied Health Directorate will coordinate your roster and travel, providing ongoing line management and a consistent point of contact. At each site, you’ll have one‑on‑one support and mentoring to ensure you feel confident and connected. Beyond this, you’ll have access to monthly journal clubs, annual professional days, and opportunities for external professional development. Online learning modules and scheduled upskilling sessions throughout the year will keep you up‑to‑date with evidence‑based practice. Additional Information Need more information? Click here for the Position Description Find out more about applying for this position For role related queries or questions contact Louise Maye on We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position. An eligibility list will be created for future temporary full‑time or part‑time vacancies. At Hunter New England Local Health District, we are an inclusive employer dedicated to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and welcoming workplace. Our commitment to a workforce that reflects the community we care for is essential for delivering the highest quality healthcare to our community. We encourage people with diverse lived experiences to apply. If you require any accommodations or adjustments to the recruitment process please let us know when you apply or at any stage of the process. We will work with you to meet your needs and create the best possible experience. Please contact for confidential support to ensure an equitable, barrier‑free application process. Hunter New England Health is dedicated to fostering a child‑safe environment that respects and upholds the rights of children and young people, aligned with NSW Health’s commitment to implementing the Child Safe Standards. We aim to ensure that children and young people feel safe, supported, and included in their care. All current and prospective staff are expected to prioritise the safety, welfare, and well‑being of children and young people, actively working to protect them from harm and abuse. This is a Category A position. Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive PD2024_015: Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseases for Category A positions prior to offer. All new employees must agree to comply with the requirements outlined in the policy. #J-18808-Ljbffr