Occupational Therapist Level 3

There are currently 154 jobs listed by Hunter New England Local Health District Occupational Therapist Level 3 - Team Leader Organisation / Entity: Hunter New England Local Health District Job category: Health - Allied | Occupational Therapy Job location: Central & North Coasts / Newcastle, Hunter & Region Job reference number: REQ Work type: Full-Time Total remuneration package: $116,892 – $120,680 per annum + superannuation + salary packaging Applications Close: Sunday 14th December 2025 If you are a proactive leader with a passion for Occupational Therapy and thrive in a collaborative, fast‑paced environment, we invite you to apply and contribute to our team's success. The role: We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Occupational Therapist Team Leader to join our highly skilled and fluid team in a fast‑paced acute clinical setting. As a Team Leader, you will oversee a broad range of clinical specialties, providing crucial line management and supervision, and playing an important role in our facility's key pillars of surgical, medical & rehabilitation services for adult inpatients. Managing day‑to‑day staffing and referral allocation, ensuring efficient caseload management. Fostering teamwork, supporting clinical decision‑making, and maintaining effective communication across all levels of staff. Providing line management and supervision, and mentoring team members for professional growth. Ensuring flexibility and social acumen in navigating challenges of a diverse workforce. Engaging in quality improvement initiatives, research, and potential participation in health excellence awards and scholarships. Working hours are typically 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday to Friday. Where you'll be working: Belmont Hospital is located within the Hunter New England Local Health District and is nestled between multiple beautiful beaches and the magnificent Hunter Valley vineyards, just an hour’s drive away. The hospital has direct access to public transport and is close to numerous public schools and several major shopping centres. Requirements: Occupational Therapist with current Authority to Practice with AHPRA. What we offer: Mentoring from Team Leaders and Service Manager. Professional growth opportunities. Proximity to shopping and other services. Annual Development Opportunities (ADO) each month for full‑time employees. Salary packaging options. Fitness passport. Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) for staff and family members. Additional Information: To be eligible for permanent employment you must be an Australian Citizen, a permanent resident of Australia, or a New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand Passport. Employment of a temporary visa holder may only occur if no suitable local candidate is identified for the position; in that case, you may only be offered employment in line with the conditions and expiry date of your visa. An eligibility list will be created for future permanent full‑time, part‑time, and temporary full‑time or part‑time vacancies. We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position. How to apply: Click apply online, submit your information and resume, and address the criteria listed below with examples that demonstrate your ability. Describe a time when you managed and led a team while redesigning clinical services in response to demand and community need, and the outcomes achieved. Describe how you have managed human resources and supported staff to build professional skills, adapt to change, and achieve positive health service outcomes. Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria contained within the position description (link below). For assistance addressing selection criteria visit: Stepping Up Website is a resource designed to help indigenous job applicants apply for positions in NSW Health. For more information, please visit: 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