Department of Health
Hospitals & Primary Care - Hospitals Nth
Hospitals North - Allied Health North

Applications must be submitted by Wednesday 05 August, :55 PM

Award/Classification

Allied Health Professionals Public Sector Unions Wages Agreement, Allied Health Professional, Level 1-2

$81,614 to $117,074 pro rata, per annum

Employment type

Permanent, full-time

Region

North

Location

LGH Charles Street, Launceston

Deliver high‑quality occupational therapy assessments, planning and interventions in line with professional standards, working collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team. The role includes rotation across a variety of clinical areas to build broad clinical experience. Support senior occupational therapists in enhancing service delivery through involvement in quality improvement initiatives and by contributing to the supervision and development of undergraduate clinical placements.

The Team

Our Occupational Therapy service located in Launceston comprises over 40 people delivering services across acute, sub‑acute and the northern Tasmanian community.

Graduate and Early Career Pathway

Our pathway features a rotational program offering occupational therapists foundational practice skills and the opportunity to gain hospital experience in acute medicine, general surgery & trauma, stroke and other acute specialities, inpatient and outpatient rehabilitation, and home‑based community services. You will be supported by senior occupational therapists and OT clinical leads.

- Rotations 4‑6 months long in a variety of clinical areas.
- 1:1 supervision from experienced Senior OTs or Clinical Leads in each rotation.
- Weekly in‑service program.




- Weekly tutorial program covering topics such as wheelchair prescription, upper limb assessment, traumatic brain injury assessment, neuro‑screening and interventions, home modifications.
- Relocation assistance and social support for recent staff.

Requirements

- Strong foundations in contemporary Occupational Therapy with ability to apply in hospital, outpatient and community settings.
- Well‑developed verbal and written communication skills and ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
- Registered with the Occupational Therapy Board of Australia.

Desirable: Current Driver’s Licence.

Benefits

- Travel and relocation assistance up to $10,000 for appointees from interstate.
- Professional development and accelerated pathways.
- Leave entitlements including study leave and professional development support.
- Fitness Passport with access to 40+ fitness facilities across Tasmania.

Salary & Packaging

The salary range is in accordance with the Allied Health Professionals Public Sector Union Wages Agreement 2025 and is between $81,614 and $117,074 per annum (pro rata). A 12% superannuation contribution is on top of this amount.

Salary package includes: up to $9,010 living expenses and $2,650 in meal entertainment each FBT year, professional development allowance up to $1,200 per annum.

Hours

76 hours per fortnight, full‑time day worker. Hours may be negotiated with the successful applicant.

Additional Information

For more information and to download associated documents, please refer to the Statement of Duties and Application Guide. Applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.

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📌 Occupational Therapist (503805 (Launceston)
🏢 Tasmanian Government
📍 Launceston