Palliative Care Occupational Therapist Level 3 – Incentives offered by NSW Government in Australia.

Reference number REQ .

Hunter New England Local Health District.

Job Type: Part time, Permanent.

Hours per week: 16.

Salary Information: $ - $ .

Remuneration: $61.31 - $63.29 per hour + Superannuation + Salary packaging + Rural Incentives.

Location: Negotiable between Moree and Narrabri.

Closing date: 23 August 2026 at 11:59pm.

About the role

In this rewarding role, you will:

- Deliver occupational therapy services to clients with palliative care needs across the Mehi Sector
- Provide clinical advice and support to staff managing patients with life-limiting illnesses
- Work collaboratively within a specialised palliative care team including:
- Palliative Care CNC 2
- Palliative Care Registered Nurse
- Palliative Care Allied Health Social Worker

- Integrate within the broader Community Health team, which includes:

- Full-time and part-time generalist OT services
- Multidisciplinary allied health and nursing professionals

What you'll bring

- Experience in occupational therapy within palliative care, oncology, or other life‑limiting illness settings

Requirements

- Must hold qualifications recognised for registration with the Occupational Therapy Board of Australia and have current registration with AHPRA.
- Eligibility to drive in NSW

What we can offer you

- At Hunter New England Health enjoy a career where you're challenged by interesting work and surrounded by spectacular locations.
- Be rewarded with up to $10,000 in the first 12 months PLUS up to $5,000 each year thereafter in fortnightly payments under the Rural Health Workforce Incentive Scheme.




- Sustainable Healthcare: Together towards zero.
- Relocation support: The Welcome Experience offers free support to help you and your family settle into your new community.
- Proximity to shopping and other services.
- Monthly Allocated Days Off (for full-time employees).
- 4 weeks annual leave (pro‑rata for part‑time employees).
- 6 weeks annual leave (for eligible full‑time nurses).
- Paid parental leave (for eligible employees) – giving you the opportunity for true Work‑life balance.
- Salary packaging options – up to $11,600 plus novated leasing.
- Fitness Passport for health and well‑being – discounted gym options for you and your family.
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members.

Additional information

Based on a minimum 18‑month commitment to the position or the agreed duration of your contract. All payments to part‑time and contract employees will be made on a pro‑rata basis in accordance with the terms of your contract, including any approved extensions. If your contract ends before the agreed completion date, you may be required to repay a portion of the incentive. To check your eligibility, visit the Rural Health Workforce Incentive Scheme.





An eligibility list will be created for future permanent part‑time and temporary part‑time vacancies.

To be eligible for permanent employment in this position you must be an Australian Citizen, or a permanent resident of Australia, or a New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand Passport. Employment of a temporary visa holder may only occur if no suitable local candidate is identified for the position; in this instance, you may only be offered employment in line with the conditions and expiry date of your visa.

We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position.

Information for Applicants

Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria contained in the position description. For assistance addressing selection criteria visit the Bitly link: Stepping Up Website is a resource designed to help indigenous job applicants apply for positions in NSW Health. For more information, visit:

This is a Category A position. Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive PD2024_015: Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseases for Category A positions prior to offer. All new employees must agree to comply with the requirements outlined in the policy.

Salary packaging

Salary Packaging is beneficial to most Hunter New England Health employees and may increase your take‑home pay! Salary packaging includes a range of personal expenses including novated motor vehicle leases, relocation expenses, and HECS/HELP debt. By contacting SalaryPackagingPLUS! via or .

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📌 Palliative Care Occupational Therapist Level 3 - Incentives Offered at NSW Government (Moree)
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