New Graduate Occupational Therapist

New Graduate Occupational Therapist

Hornsby Ku-ring-gai Hospital Occupational Therapy Service has two new graduate positions available from 1st February 2027. Both positions are for 12 months and include the opportunity for rotation through both Inpatient Acute and Rehabilitation settings. The New Graduate positions will join the established Occupational Therapy team at Hornsby Ku-ring-gai Health Service. The service provides a comprehensive competency- based training programme to support new graduate development.

Employment Type: Temporary Full Time until 28 January 2028 (with possibility of ongoing employment) Position Classification: Occupational Therapist Level 1 Remuneration: $1,522.14 - $1,778.62 per week Hours Per Week: 38 Requisition ID: REQ696455

Who we are: We are a health service that touches thousands of lives across the Northern Sydney Local Health District, together as a team of like-minded people. We are passionate, driven and have the skills and knowledge to care for our patients whilst creating the best services possible. Our teams have meaningful, interesting and rewarding work everyday. We challenge and nurture each other, sharing our knowledge and experience so that we can deliver better care for everyone There’s a real sense of belonging here because we value and respect our patients, employees, and teams’ voices. You’ll feel a real privilege being a trusted caregiver in our patients, their families, their carers, and our communities’ lives.

• Innovation is at our core, with opportunities for research driven evidence based practice, ensuring our work remains engaging and fulfilling.
• Clear pathways for career progression, supported by training secondments, recognition and mentorship, empower employee and leaders alike to reach their professional goals.
• Join us on a journey to a place where every achievement is celebrated and every opportunity is embraced.

NSLHD is proud of our diverse and inclusive workplaces, a place where health care professionals can thrive and feel they belong. We are committed to ensure that all our people feel respected and participate safely within a work environment without aggression, sexual harassment, discrimination and racism.

Where you'll be working

Hornsby Ku-ring-gai Hospital Occupational Therapy Department

What you'll be doing To provide a high level of occupational therapy services to patients and carers. This is a 1 year contract position for a new graduate occupational therapist.

People of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander background are encouraged to apply.

Candidates will need to meet the following criteria:

• Must hold registration with the Occupational Therapy Board of Australia.

Current NSW Driver's Licence.

• Demonstrated ability to prioritise and manage workload demands, meet deadlines and complete activities (including ability to work within scope of practice and seek assistance when required).

• Demonstrate skills and knowledge in the provision of Occupational Therapy service to consumers, carers and families requiring assessment, environmental modifications, home modifications, appropriate referral and discharge planning.