Paediatric Occupational Therapist

About the role

A community-based paediatric occupational therapy provider in the Western Suburbs is looking for an Occupational Therapist who enjoys working with children and values a flexible working environment. The team is described as close-knit and made up of experienced OTs. The role suits someone who wants full autonomy over their schedule, a real work-life balance with no pressure on KPIs, and the chance to support and mentor junior clinicians.

Key responsibilities

• Provide largely paediatric therapy to clients funded through NDIS, private and Medicare, including referrals connected with child protection services.
• Work with presentations such as autism, ADHD and FASD, and with families needing trauma-informed, strengths-based care.
• Travel locally (generally within 30 minutes, with flexibility to go further).
• Balance therapy, reporting, resource development and projects, and contribute to or lead program development as the team grows.

Required profile

• Tertiary degree in Occupational Therapy.
• AHPRA registration.
• Full Australian working rights.
• Driver's licence and a reliable car.

What we offer

• Salary guide of $90,000 - $100,000+ plus superannuation.
• Paid travel time from the moment you leave home.
• No KPIs and a sustainable workload model focused on burnout prevention.
• Flexible hours with no core working hours, part-time or full-time options, and a 9-day fortnight option.
• Generous professional development funding for courses based on clinical needs and interests.