Requisition ID: REQ708366

Employment Type: Temporary Full Time or Part Time, up to 38 hours per week until 18/07/2027

Remuneration: $40.05 - $57.14 per hour + 12% Superannuation + Salary Packaging + Adaptable Working (subject to approval)

Location: Campbelltown Hospital

Applications close: 29/11/26

Contact: Dannielle McLaughlin - Occupational Therapist on [email protected]

With your skills and experience, you can contribute to the millions of ways we're enriching health, and develop your career as part of the largest health organisation in Australia.

Achieve Something Great

Occupational Therapists in our Paediatric Department provide assessment and intervention for children and young people aged 0–18 years across inpatient wards and outpatient clinics, with a particular focus on infants and toddlers (0–2 years) and children requiring rehabilitation following injury or significant medical events.

- We complete specialised neurological, developmental, sensory, cognitive and upper limb assessments, and deliver individualised interventions to support development, play, sensory processing, upper limb function, cognition and participation in daily activities.
- As part of the multidisciplinary team, our Occupational Therapists work closely with families and other health professionals to achieve shared goals and optimise outcomes for children and young people.
- As a level 1/2 within the team, you will have opportunities to learn, grow and develop with regular formal and informal supervision, professional development activities and involvement in quality improvement initiatives.
- You will also have opportunities to collaborate with tertiary hospitals teams to provide the best possible care all children and families accessing the service.

Are You the Right Fit?

We’re looking for a motivated and compassionate Occupational Therapist who is passionate about delivering person-centred, evidence-based care and achieving meaningful outcomes for clients and their families. You’ll thrive in this role if you can work confidently both independently and within a multidisciplinary team, communicate effectively with clients and healthcare professionals, and manage competing clinical priorities with strong organisation and professional judgement.



You’ll also bring a commitment to continuous learning, quality improvement and ongoing professional development.

- Passionate about Paediatrics
- Experience/demonstrated knowledge in working with Paediatric clients across inpatient and outpatient services
- Works well in a team
- Strong communication skills

Selection Criteria To help us assess your suitability for the role, please tell us as much as you can about yourself in response to the questions below.

- Recognised Degree in Occupational Therapy or other qualification deemed appropriate by the employer, with registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA).
- Demonstrated clinical experience in Paediatrics.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills and computer literacy in a range of programs.
- Do you have a current Australian C-Class driver's license (including P1 or P2)? if you hold a C class license (P1 or P2 included) from a state other than NSW must obtain a NSW C class (P1 or P2 included) license within three months of appointment. Learner's licenses are not permitted.

If you’d like more details, we’re here to help.

- Position Information
- Applicants will be assessed against the criteria in the Position Description.

- How to Apply

- Read our application guide and tips for improving your application.

- Diversity, Culture & Inclusion

- We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer dedicated to accessibility and a supportive recruitment experience. If you require adjustments or assistance during the application process, please contact [email protected]

- We value the diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives of our workforce and are committed to fostering a respectful and welcoming environment. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability,



neurodivergent individuals, those from Refugee, multicultural and multifaith backgrounds, and members of the LGBTQI+ community.

- Aboriginal Workforce

- For Aboriginal candidates who would like to talk to our Aboriginal Workforce Team, please contact [email protected]. Support is also available through the Stepping Up website.

More Than Just a Job – Why Work With Us?

- Financial Perks
- 12% superannuation

- Salary packaging and novated leasing via Smart Salary

- Annual leave with 17.5% leave loading (for full-time and part-time staff)

- One extra day off each month for full-time employees

- Work-Life Balance

- Flexible work options, including hybrid and varied hours (depending on the role)

- Paid maternity and parental leave

- Generous leave options like long service and carers leave

- Grow Your Career

- Access to learning opportunities through our dedicated Education and Organisational Development team, who support staff with training, workshops, and career development programs.

- Health & Wellbeing

- Discounted gym membership through Fitness Passport

- Free and confidential support for staff and their families via our Staff Wellbeing and Support Service (EAP)

- Wellbeing programs that promote mental health, resilience, and balance

Additional Information

- Vaccination Requirements
- All staff must meet NSW Health’s vaccination and screening requirements before starting.

- Child Safe Employment

- South Western Sydney Local Health District is dedicated to fostering a child-safe environment that respects and upholds the rights of children and young people, aligned with NSW Health’s commitment to implementing the Child Safe Standards. We aim to ensure that children and young people feel safe, supported, and included in their care. All current and prospective staff are expected to prioritise the safety, welfare, and well-being of children and young people, actively working to protect them from harm and abuse.

- Temporary Positions

- For fixed-term or temporary contracts, there may be opportunities for ongoing permanent employment, subject to policy and organisational requirements.

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📌 Occupational Therapist (Level 1/2) - Paediatrics (Campbelltown Hospital) - Temp FT/PT
🏢 NSW Health
📍 Australia