Occupational Therapist – Generalist Paediatrics

About the role

A newly renovated, purpose-built clinic near Brendale (Albany Creek area) is looking for an Occupational Therapist to join a supportive multidisciplinary team of 4 OTs, 3 Speech Pathologists, 3 Physiotherapists, Allied Health Assistants and an admin team. The caseload is generalist paediatrics, mostly in clinic settings, with children aged 0-13 and some adults with long-term physical impairments.

Key responsibilities

• Provide occupational therapy for children with autism spectrum disorder, epilepsy, neurodiversity, developmental delay and PDA
• Work alongside other allied health clinicians in joined therapy sessions to support client goals
• Run programs in partnered kindergarten settings if desired, through the Thriving Kids Program
• Take part in fortnightly multidisciplinary team training and quarterly guest speakers from industry leaders

Required profile

• Tertiary qualification in Occupational Therapy
• AHPRA registration
• Unrestricted working rights in Australia
• Driver's licence and own vehicle

What we offer

• Salary of $75,000 - $90,000 plus superannuation, depending on experience
• $1,500 professional development allowance and 5 days PD leave
• 6 weeks annual leave
• $2,000 annual resource budget per discipline
• Weekly 1:1 supervision with a Senior OT, optional external supervision and gradual caseload increase over 6 months
• Daily protected admin time, flexible start and finish times, and a structured induction with work shadowing
• Caseloads tailored to your interests, with no complex clients initially