Job no: 943785
Work type: Full time
Location: Adelaide CBD
Categories: Allied and Scientific Health
Central Adelaide Local Health Network (CALHN)
Various locations across CALHN
Salary AHP-4 $123,048 - $133,957 p.a. + super + salary packaging
Full-time permanent role
Join CALHN's Occupational Therapy Team
Join CALHN's Occupational Therapy team and take your career further.
As part of one of South Australia's largest health networks, you'll join a connected and supportive OT community where your expertise is valued, your growth is encouraged, and your work makes a genuine difference every day.
Why Occupational Therapists choose CALHN:
Join a respected OT community that learns, leads and grows together
Expand your skills across diverse and complex clinical areas
Influence practice through leadership, education and quality improvement
Work with multidisciplinary teams that value your expertise
Access real career development opportunities across CALHN
Find out more about CALHN sites and services, our stories and the opportunities to be part of CALHN
About the Role
Shape the future of Occupational Therapy across one of Australia's largest public health services. As Senior Manager, Occupational Therapy, you'll provide strategic and operational leadership across multiple sites, partnering with senior leaders to strengthen services, develop the workforce and drive innovation, research and evidence-based practice that improves care for South Australians.
Lead Occupational Therapy services across multiple sites
Shape strategic plans and service improvement initiatives
Build partnerships that strengthen patient care and reform
Lead workforce planning, supervision and credentialing
Drive research, quality and evidence-based practice
Represent Occupational Therapy across key committees and networks
About You
You are an experienced Occupational Therapy leader who combines strategic thinking with strong clinical governance. You build trusted relationships, inspire high-performing teams and confidently lead change across complex healthcare environments.
Eligible for Occupational Therapy Board of Australia registration
Extensive leadership across complex health services
Strong people leadership and workforce development skills
Experience leading quality, research and service improvement
Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills
Sound clinical governance and strategic planning expertise
Why You’ll Love It Here - CALHN benefits that matter
We know that a great career is about more than just the work you do, it’s also about the support you receive:
Boost your take-home pay – salary packaging up to $9,010 for living expenses + $2,650 for meals & entertainment + pre-tax super & novated lease options
Clinical collaboration – work with multidisciplinary teams to access a supportive network of clinicians with broad, shared expertise
Professional development allowance - with structured development support
Recognition & growth – celebrate success and explore opportunities across CALHN’s many sites
Flexible work options – speak to us about flexibility options for this role to suit your lifestyle
Paid leave – with leave loading for rest and recharge
Health & fitness perks – discounted access to Fitness Passport & free flu vaccinations
Wellbeing support – Employee Assistance Program for you & your family
Relocate with ease – up to $10,000 for eligible applicants
Diversity & Inclusion
We’re committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels safe, respected, and supported. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disabilities, culturally diverse backgrounds, and LGBTQIA+ communities.
Application Information
Appointment will be subject to satisfactory Criminal History Clearances and compliant immunisation screening as indicated in the role description.
Curious about this role?
Connect with Sarah Heard, A/Director OT CALHN
Phone: 0403 121 565
E-mail: [email protected]
Apply Now
Applications close: 11:55 pm, Sunday 19th July 2026
Job Ref: 943785
Go to the SA Health Career Website for how to apply, and Australian and International applicant guidelines for more information
Recruitment agencies and third parties need not apply – we’ve got this covered
Advertised: 03 Jul 2026 Cen. Australia Standard Time
Applications close: 19 Jul 2026 Cen. Australia Standard Time
