Occupational Therapist — Transitional Aged Care Programme

Occupational Therapist — Transitional Aged Care Programme St Vincent’s Hospital, Darlinghurst, New South Wales, Australia. Maximum-term positions: Part‑time (32 hrs/week) until June 2027 and Full‑time until February 2026. Role grade: 1–2 Salary: $73,427.07 – $104,752.76 (Pro‑rata) + Superannuation About the Role Provide comprehensive Occupational Therapy assessment and evidence‑based treatment for clients on the Transitional Aged Care Program in the community. Identify occupational needs through standardised and functional assessments, designing tailored, patient‑centred interventions focused on therapy, discharge planning, and efficient patient flow. Manage cases effectively, liaising with community services, health‑care providers, and support networks to ensure coordinated care and appropriate referrals. Actively contribute to quality improvement and research initiatives within the Transitional Aged Care Program. Educate the Transitional Aged Care Team and other community groups, while responsibly managing occupational therapy equipment and organisational resources. About You Qualified and AHPRA‑registered Occupational Therapist with a full Class C driver’s licence. Proven experience in community settings and passion for delivering compassionate care to vulnerable populations. Confident in applying clinical reasoning and exercising sound professional judgment in a fast‑paced, multidisciplinary environment. Strong communicator who thrives in a team, building relationships with patients, families, and colleagues. Committed to continuous improvement, with a demonstrated history of contributing to quality initiatives and evidence‑based practice. Why work at St Vincent’s? Join a mission to provide care to all, including the most at‑risk people in our community. Discounted access to many gyms for you and your family with Fitness Passport. Access to discounted private health insurance with Medibank. Access to a government salary sacrifice program – make a proportion of your salary tax‑free. Committed to financial support for educational development, scholarship programmes, and paid study leave. About the Hospital Inner‑city hospital in a beautiful location surrounded by cafes, galleries, theatres, parks, nightlife, and nearby beaches. Expert clinical care for at‑risk people. Partnered with universities and research institutes, many located on‑campus. Centres of excellence include heart & lung transplantation, bone marrow transplantation, cardiology, cancer care, AIDS/HIV, respiratory medicine, mental health, homeless health, drug & alcohol services, and correctional health. Sponsorship & Work Rights Visa sponsorship not available. Applicants must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or hold an Australian visa that grants work rights. Pre‑Employment Checks Employment is conditional upon completion of all role‑required pre‑employment checks, including relevant immunisations. Equal Opportunity We celebrate diversity & inclusion and are committed to equal employment opportunity for everyone. How to Apply Closing date for applications: 5 December 2025. Please submit your resume and a brief cover letter highlighting how your interest, skills, and experience align with the role. For more information, email This role is not open to recruitment agencies. Reconciliation Action Plan At St Vincent’s we acknowledge the importance of creating a work environment that is welcoming, safe, equitable and inclusive for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Employees. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples. For further information, visit or contact Code of Conduct View Code of Conduct. #J-18808-Ljbffr