Contractor Occupational Therapist for Melbourne

Job Type: Contract position | Casual position

Job Description

Occupational Therapist (Contractor) | Melbourne Metro Melbourne, VIC (Clinic + Community-Based) Flexible Contractor Role | Full-Time / Part-Time / Casual Options

Competitive Contractor Rates (up to $110K equivalent + super, depending on experience) Are you an Occupational Therapist looking for greater autonomy, flexibility, and control over your caseload while still being fully supported by a multidisciplinary team? Our client is a leading metropolitan Melbourne Allied Health provider with established clinics in Williamstown and South Melbourne, and ongoing expansion into the south-eastern suburbs.

They are committed to delivering high-quality, person-centred care while creating a supportive environment that prioritises clinician wellbeing, flexibility, and professional growth. This is a fantastic opportunity for an OT seeking a contractor-style arrangement with true work-life balance and clinical independence.

About the Role

As a Contractor Occupational Therapist, you will:

- Deliver community-based occupational therapy services across metropolitan Melbourne
- Manage a varied caseload including NDIS, TAC, Medicare, WorkSafe, and private clients
- Conduct functional capacity assessments, intervention planning, and progress reviews
- Provide assistive technology recommendations and home modification assessments
- Support clients with physical, cognitive, psychosocial, and functional needs
- Deliver services in home, community, and selected clinic settings




- Work within your agreed travel radius to ensure sustainable workload and lifestyle balance
- Maintain accurate clinical documentation and reporting in line with funding requirements
- Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team and participate in clinical supervision

What’s on Offer?

- Full autonomy over your caseload and working schedule
- Flexible contractor arrangement (choose full-time, part-time, or casual hours)
- Company phone, laptop, and clinical equipment provided
- Strong administrative and scheduling support
- Established referral base across multiple funding streams
- Multidisciplinary team environment with collaborative practice
- Regular clinical supervision and professional support
- Transparent career progression pathways into senior or supervisory roles
- Focus on sustainable workloads and work-life balance

About

- You Tertiary qualification in Occupational Therapy
- Current AHPRA registration
- Strong interest in community-based and client-centred practice
- Ability to work independently while contributing to a team environment
- Excellent communication, organisation, and clinical reasoning skills
- Passion for ongoing professional development and evidence-based care

Why This Role?

This role is ideal for an Occupational Therapist who wants flexibility without sacrificing support. You’ll have genuine control over your schedule and caseload while working within a well-established, values-driven organisation that prioritises clinician wellbeing and quality care

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📌 Contractor Occupational Therapist for Melbourne
🏢 HealthcareLink Trust
📍 Melbourne