Workplace Rehabilitation Consultant (OT, Physio or EP) - Newcastle/Gosford

STAR Injury Management Services – Newcastle NSW

Our Newcastle/Gosford team is growing, and we are seeking a Rehabilitation Consultant with an Occupational Therapist, Physiotherapist or Exercise Physiologist qualification to join our team!

The Rehabilitation Consultant responsibilities include

- Provide case management services to Injured Workers, including workers returning to preinjury roles and new employer roles.
- Conduct proactive, timely and ongoing liaison with key stakeholders to maximise opportunity for a successful return to work in line with injury recovery timeframes.
- Provide case management services for complex injuries requiring medical management and return to life goal setting and monitoring.
- Provide specific services including Ergonomic Assessment, Functional Assessment, Worksite Assessment, development of Return to Work Programs (RTWP) and related reports, provision of manual handling and ergonomic training as required. OT only - assessments also include Activities of Daily Living Assessment and Initial/Workplace Assessments for psychological injuries.
- Maintain accurate and timely documentation of all stakeholder interactions (including clients, employers, Insurers, treating health professionals, host employers and case managers) providing progress notes and correct application of billing.
- Development of reports,



return to work programs and correspondence to stakeholders using dictation, AI and high admin support
- Build and maintain strong working relationships with stakeholders through proactively and authentic communication, timely completion of actions, provision of updates and high levels of customer service to meet client needs.

Qualifications & Experience

- Tertiary qualifications in relevant discipline
- Current registration with AHPRA or ESSA
- Current drivers licence (and access to a reliable vehicle)
- Relevant industry or clinical experience
- An understanding of injury management, return to work and vocational rehabilitation.

Why people join STAR

Our consultants benefit from:

- strong administrative support
- structured mentoring and training
- technology systems that support efficient case management
- genuine flexibility in how they manage their work
- significant earning potential.

High-performing consultants who embrace our systems and mentoring can develop very strong earning potential and highly adaptable working patterns. At STAR, consultants who embrace our systems and mentoring often find they can achieve strong outcomes and earnings without needing a traditional full-time schedule. If you are a clinician who enjoys solving complex problems and working with people to achieve sustainable return-to-work outcomes, we would welcome a conversation.

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📌 Workplace Rehabilitation Consultant (OT, Physio or EP) - Newcastle/Gosford (Newcastle City Council)
🏢 STAR Injury Management Services
📍 Newcastle City Council