OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST OPPORTUNITY IN RURAL NSW

FLEXIBILITY, SUPPORT AND ROOM TO GROW

New graduates and experienced OTs welcome

Otherwise Occupational Therapy is seeking part-time & full-time occupational therapists to join our growing community/mobile practice, supporting clients across Narrabri, Wee Waa and Pilliga - NSW.

Salary: Up to $120K plus superannuation, dependent on experience.

About Otherwise Occupational Therapy

Otherwise OT is a small rural practice that has grown quickly through word-of-mouth referrals and strong relationships with local families & schools.

We currently work primarily with children and young people aged 0–18, including those with autism, ADHD and developmental delays. Our clients access services through the NDIS and private funding, with appointments delivered in homes, schools and through telehealth.

There is considerable demand for general occupational therapy across our region. While we primarily focus on paediatrics, we welcome applicants with other clinical interests and will build your caseload for you.

Why Otherwise OT?

- Flexibile Hours: Have input into your days, appointment schedule and working arrangements, including working from home for suitable tasks. Together, we’ll agree on expectations that support both your lifestyle and reliable client care
- Clinical Caseload for YOUR interests. Bring your clinical strengths and the areas you’d like to develop. You’ll have a say in shaping your role as the practice grows
- Weekly 1:1 mentoring and support.



Work closely with the practice owner, with weekly catch-ups and regular face-to-face meetings to discuss clients, work through challenges and share ideas.
- $10,000 Career development Budget.
- A voice in a growing business. Your ideas and initiative will help influence how we work, build local connections and develop our services
- 5 Year Career Pathway. Build into Managerial, Profit Share or Business Ownership
- Meaningful work in a rural community: Build relationships with families who value having services closer to home, while enjoying the open spaces and quieter pace of country living.
- Paid Travel
- Parent Friendly Work Hours ; flexible time off through school holdiays
- Relocation Help: For applicants considering a move, we’re also open to discussing relocation assistance, help finding accommodation and potential sponsorship, subject to eligibility and agreed arrangements

Who are we looking for?

Team members who value

- Generalised & Pediatric Caseloads
- True 10 Year Career as an OT
- Relaxed country life with high pay and flexible hours
- A central point of authority
- An interest in building relationships with families, schools and local services

Essential Criteria

- Willingness to travel across our service area
- AHPRA registration as an occupational therapist by the time you commence
- Driver License

Interested? Let’s have a conversation!

We’d love to hear what you enjoy about occupational therapy and what you’re looking for in your next role.

📌 New Grads and experienced OTs welcome! (Narrabri)
🏢 Otherwise Occupational Therapy
📍 Narrabri