03 Aug
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Gorilla Jobs
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Perth
03 Aug
Gorilla Jobs
Perth
Are you a Paediatric Occupational Therapist looking for genuine work–life balance, a warm team and a clinic that actually backs your growth (not just talks about it)?
This modern, purpose-built paediatric clinic around the Kinross area is growing and now looking for a part-time Occupational Therapist with 1+ years of experience to join their friendly team.
Why you'll love this role
- $80,000 – $130,000 + super (pro rata based on FTE)
- Part-time role – flexible days and hours to suit your lifestyle and home life
- 4–5 billable hours per day worked – realistic targets with a strong focus on clinician wellbeing
- Hybrid working – mix of clinic, community and telehealth, with flexibility for school hours
- Brand new paediatric clinic – 3 therapy rooms + sensory/group room with climbing wall, trampolines, toys & AAC devices
- $1,500 PD allowance per annum + tailored internal training and weekly supervision
- 2 x paid wellness days per year + quarterly team days and a genuinely supportive culture
About the clinic
- Paediatric-only service: 18 months – 18 years
- Clients come via word of mouth, GP referrals and walk-ins from nearby clinics
- Director is an experienced Speech Pathologist (19+ years) in disability, with experience in Dubai and New Zealand
- Small, multidisciplinary-minded team: Speech Pathologist, Allied Health Assistant, Paediatric Social Worker (trauma-informed) and Occupational Therapist
- No hierarchy, open-door culture – learn together and support each other to support clients
The role
You'll provide evidence-based, family-centred OT to children and young people with a range of presentations,
including:
- Autism and other developmental disabilities
- Sensory processing and emotional regulation challenges
- Fine and gross motor delays
- Functional difficulties in self-care, play and school participation
- Feeding and mealtime difficulties in collaboration with the wider team
Working environment
- Hybrid model – clinic, limited community (up to ~20km from base) and telehealth
- Travel reimbursed
- Option to run telehealth sessions from home
- Flexible start/finish times – including the ability to work around school hours if you have children
Day-to-day
- Manage a paediatric OT caseload tailored to your interests and strengths
- Deliver 1:1 and group interventions in the clinic, community or via telehealth
- Work closely with families, schools and other stakeholders to support functional outcomes
- Use modern resources – laptops, sensory equipment, gross motor space and a fully equipped sensory/group room
- Enjoy full admin support – clinic software and diaries managed with your input, tailored around how you like to work
Billables & KPIs
- 4–5 billable hours per day worked, depending on experience and caseload complexity
- No aggressive KPI bonus scheme – the focus is on quality of care and clinician wellbeing
Support, supervision & development
- 2-week structured induction with shadowing
- Gradual caseload build over 3 months, at your pace
- Weekly supervision with the Director, plus access to external supervision if desired
- Recent grads receive a 12-month preceptorship program
- $1,500 annual PD allowance for external courses
- Internal training tailored to what you want to learn and the skills you want to develop
- Clear career progression – opportunity to step into a Team Leader role as the service expands
What we're looking for
- Tertiary qualification in Occupational Therapy and AHPRA registration
- 1+ year experience in paediatrics is ideal
- Interest in working with children and young people with autism, disability and complex needs
- A collaborative, can-do attitude and genuine passion for learning
- Solid communication skills and a family-centred approach
- Full working rights in Australia
Culture & perks
- 4 weeks of annual leave (pro rata)
- 2 x paid wellness days per year
- Quarterly team days and regular team bonding activities
- Friendly, approachable team with no hierarchy – truly open floor and supportive atmosphere
- A clinic that's big on culture, learning and looking after their clinicians, not just numbers
Additional information
- Low billables, high pay & genuinely supportive work culture
- Brand new paediatric clinic - modern rooms, sensory gym & well-equipped facility
- Strong focus on clinician wellbeing and client outcomes - not KPIs
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📌 Paediatric Occupational Therapist (Part-Time) | Low Billables | Modern Clinic (Perth)
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