Nepean Blue Mountains Local Health District

REQ Requisition #

Employment Type: Permanent Part Time

Position Classification: Occupational Therapist Level 3
Location: Lithgow Hospital
Remuneration: $61.31 – $63.29 per hour
Hours Per Week: 26
Requisition ID: REQ
Applications Close : 13/09/2026
Rural Health Workforce Incentive Scheme Available - In accordance with the Rural Health Workforce Incentive Scheme (PD2024_012) , this position has been recognised as hard to fill/ critical to fill and may have an incentive attached to this position. Please visit NSW Health Rural Health Workforce Incentive Scheme for additional information. #ruralhealthincentives

With CORE Values of C ollaboration, O penness, R espect and E mpowerment,
working with us will ensure your professional life is provided every opportunity to succeed and develop in your chosen career role.

About Us

Nepean Blue Mountains Local Health District (NBMLHD) is an exceptional environment to advance your career while enhancing your skills and expertise. As a recognised leader in the healthcare industry, we deliver a comprehensive range of public health services across the Nepean, Blue Mountains, and Lithgow Regions.

Located in South Bowenfels, the Lithgow Campus is considered as a comprehensive community health centre supporting approximately 20,000 people living in the town and surrounding areas. The services available in Lithgow hospital include Domiciliary care unit, Emergency department, Geriatric assessment unit, Obstetric services, Paediatric service, Drug and Alcohol unit.

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Senior Occupational Therapist to join our supportive and collaborative team. This rewarding role offers the opportunity to deliver high-quality occupational therapy services across a diverse caseload while contributing to the growth and development of a valued rural health service.

As a Senior Occupational Therapist, you will provide evidence-based assessment,



intervention and rehabilitation services to adult inpatients at Lithgow Hospital, as well as community-based adult clients and a small paediatric caseload. Working across a variety of clinical areas, you will play a key role in supporting patients to achieve their goals, maximise independence and improve their quality of life

This position also provides the opportunity to share responsibility for supervision of the Allied Health Assistant, support professional development within the team, and contribute to service improvement initiatives. You will work closely with multidisciplinary colleagues in a welcoming and supportive environment that values innovation, collaboration and patient-centred care.

If you're looking for a rewarding senior role where you can broaden your clinical experience, contribute to service development and make a real difference in the lives of patients across the Lithgow community, we'd love to hear from you.

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Benefits available to eligible NBMLHD employees





Opportunity for extra tax savings through Salary Packaging

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Great education opportunities through Education Training Service which offers over 110 courses each year

Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members

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NBMLHD is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive setting which reflects the community we serve. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, LGBTIQA+, Cultural and Linguistically Diverse (CALD) people, neurodiverse individuals, and people with disabilities to apply.

NBMLHD is committed to implementing the child safe standards.

Employment of a temporary visa holder may only occur if no suitable permanent resident or citizen of Australia has been identified and must not exceed the duration or conditions associated with the current visa.

For role related queries or questions contact Shelley Boyle on

What you will bring to the role

- Degree in occupational therapy or equivalent recognised by the Occupational Therapy Board of Australia. Current registration with AHPRA as an Occupational Therapist.
- Significant post graduate clinical experience and knowledge across a range of clinical areas
- Ability to work independently and as an effective multidisciplinary team member
- Demonstrate a high level of written and verbal communication, consultation, and negotiation skills
- Demonstrated ability to plan and co-ordinate client care and service management within service priorities
- Demonstrated ability to identify opportunities to develop, lead and evaluate quality improvement and actively ensure best practice
- Current NSW Drivers Licence

NSW Health acknowledges the people of the many traditional countries and language groups of New South Wales. It acknowledges the wisdom of Elders past and present, and pays respect to all Aboriginal communities of today.

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📌 Senior Occupational Therapist (Lithgow City Council)
🏢 Southern NSW Local Health District
📍 Lithgow City Council