Senior Paediatric Occupational Therapist
Senior Paediatric Occupational Therapist – Hybrid Community Role | Brisbane
$125,000 – $140,000 + Super + CPD (negotiable)| 6 Weeks Annual Leave | Flexible Work - open to PPT or FT
Many experienced paediatric therapists want more autonomy, sustainable caseloads and time to deliver thoughtful therapy.
Play-Based Paediatrics offers an environment designed around those priorities.
Play-Based Paediatrics provides
paediatric occupational therapy services across Brisbane
for children funded through the
NDIS
. Our therapists support children in the environments where they live, learn and play — homes, schools and community settings.
We intentionally maintain a small allied health team so clinicians receive strong professional support and families receive consistent, high-quality care.
We are now looking for an experienced
Paediatric Occupational Therapist
to join the team and contribute to the continued development of our service.
Why This Role Is Different
Small collaborative team
Sustainable caseloads
Versatile hybrid working
Strong professional development support
Opportunity to help shape a growing service
Our Clinical Approach
We focus on thoughtful, play-based therapy that supports children's participation in everyday life.
Therapists at Play-Based Paediatrics have the autonomy and time to plan meaningful interventions, collaborate with families and work closely with other allied health professionals.
We prioritise quality of care, sustainable workloads and strong professional collaboration.
The Role
You will deliver
paediatric occupational therapy
using a play-based, family-centred and goal-focused approach.
The role includes:
Mobile therapy across the
Brisbane
region
Sessions in homes, schools and community settings
Telehealth where appropriate
Work-from-home time for documentation and planning
We maintain
manageable caseloads
so therapists can focus on quality therapy and meaningful outcomes for children and families.
Key Responsibilities
Deliver
paediatric occupational therapy
for children funded through the
NDIS
Support families to achieve meaningful functional goals
Provide therapy across home, school and community environments
Collaborate with physiotherapists and other allied health professionals
Contribute ideas that strengthen therapy programs and services
Who This Role Suits
enjoys working in natural environments such as homes, schools and community settings
values autonomy while remaining part of a supportive team
wants time to deliver thoughtful, play-based therapy
prefers sustainable caseloads rather than high-volume service models
enjoys collaborating with other allied health professionals
If you are an experienced OT who wants to focus on meaningful therapy while contributing to a supportive team environment, we would love to hear from you.
Professional Autonomy and Clinical Influence
As a senior clinician, you will have the opportunity to contribute to the development of our occupational therapy service.
We welcome ideas that strengthen therapy programs, improve service delivery and support positive outcomes for children and families.
Your clinical experience will help shape how the service continues to grow.
What We Are Looking For
Minimum
4 years' experience
as an Occupational Therapist
Experience working with
paediatric clients
(NDIS experience preferred)
Strong family engagement and goal-setting skills
Collaborative approach to multidisciplinary work
Full AHPRA registration
Driver's licence
What We Offer
$125,000 – $140,000 + super (negotiable depending on experience)
6 weeks annual leave
Flexible hybrid working model
Strong professional development support
Supportive team culture
Opportunity to help develop and expand the occupational therapy service
Senior Paediatric Occupational Therapist
Salary / Pay Details
$****** - $****** (Commensurate with experience) (FT or PT conisdered) + super + CPD + 6 weeks annual leave
Study Leave Travel Assistance Flexible Hours
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