Epworth HealthCare is Victoria's largest not-for-profit private health care group, renowned for excellence in diagnosis, treatment, care and rehabilitation. Epworth is an innovator in Australia's health system, embracing the latest in evidence-based medicine to pioneer treatments and services for our patients.
Our values and purpose define Epworth's approach and delivery. We pride ourselves on communicating and delivering them in a real and meaningful way. Every Patient Matters.
Job Description
Epworth HealthCare is seeking experienced and enthusiastic Grade 1 or Grade 2 Occupational Therapists to join our weekday casual pool, supporting our Acute Occupational Therapy teams across Epworth Richmond and Epworth Freemasons (East Melbourne).
This is a fantastic opportunity to work flexibly across a diverse range of acute clinical areas, delivering high-quality, patient-centred care in a dynamic hospital environment. You'll be part of a supportive team and gain exposure to a broad caseload, including surgical, medical, orthopaedic, and neurological presentations. We're looking for Occupational Therapists who are adaptable, collaborative, and passionate about making a difference in acute care.
You will make an impact by:
Working closely alongside the interdisciplinary team on the ward/s
Providing clinical care based on best available evidence
Having well-developed organisational and planning skills
Being able to interact and collaborate with all members of a multidisciplinary team
To be successful in this role you:




Be available for both short and longer periods of leave coverage during the working week
Be proficient in assessment, management, and discharge planning ofpatients across a range of clinical areas
Demonstrate accountability with a strong, supportive and engaging communication style
Relevant hospital experience as an Occupational Therapist
Be registered with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA)
A Bachelor or Master's degree in Occupational Therapy
Current Occupational Therapist registration with Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA)
Additional Information
Why Join Epworth?
At Epworth, it's a community.
It's the sense of belonging and being part of an organisation and a team that works to make sure that every patient matters. In addition to this, you will have access to:
Salary package up to $15,900 pre-tax annually, leading to greater take home pay
The largest educational scholarship program of its kind in Australia
Ability to purchase up to four additional weeks of leave
Reduced cost of health services for you and your family at Epworth
Relocation assistance is available for approvedcandidates
We welcome applicants from all backgrounds.



This includes First Nations peoples, people with disability, mature-age and young job seekers, members of the LGBTIQA+ community, and individuals from all cultural backgrounds. We are committed to providing an equitable, inclusive, and barrier-free recruitment experience for everyone.
If you need support during the application process or would like to discuss reasonable adjustments, we encourage you to let us know what you need to participate fully and confidently. We understand that sharing your needs can feel daunting, so please know that any information you provide will be treated with the utmost confidentiality and respect.
Ready to Make a Difference?
Please Note:
Applications are reviewed as received. Don't wait—this role may be filled before the closing date.
Itis a condition of employment with Epworth HealthCare, subject to reasonable exemptions, that you have had an annual Influenza vaccination, where this is required under Epworth policy.
As a child safe organisation, all successful applicants are required to satisfactorily clear a National Police Check (conducted by Epworth) and may be required to hold a valid employee Working with Children Check (provided by you).
At Epworth, we believe inclusion and diversity are essential to our culture and values. We focus on fairness and prospect for all – across race, ability, ethnicity, gender, age, sexuality, cultures and beliefs – that reflect the communities we work in. At Epworth, we care.
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📌 Occupational Therapist - Casual (Melbourne)
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