Job no: 941880
Work type: Full time
Location: Adelaide CBD
Categories: Allied and Scientific Health
Central Adelaide Local Health Network (CALHN)
Acute Sites - The Royal Adelaide Hospital and The Queen Elizabeth Hospital
Salary AHP-3 $112,139 - $120,284 p.a. + super + salary packaging
Permanent full-time; part-time will also be considered
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
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About the Role
As a Senior Occupational Therapist, you'll provide advanced clinical care, lead service delivery and support the development of staff within a collaborative multidisciplinary team. This is an opportunity to influence practice, build capability and improve outcomes for clients and communities.
Deliver expert OT services across complex caseloads
Lead daily service priorities and clinical practice
Supervise, mentor and support staff and students
Drive quality improvement and service development
Partner with multidisciplinary teams to achieve great outcomes
About You
You are an experienced Occupational Therapist who combines clinical expertise with strong leadership and a commitment to person-centred care.
Hold a recognised OT qualification and AHPRA registration
Bring extensive experience across acute, rehab and/or community settings
Apply advanced clinical reasoning to complex presentations
Lead, support and develop staff and students
Use evidence-based practice to improve care and outcomes
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
Grow and develop – professional development allowance and pathways
Clinical collaboration – strong multidisciplinary support and shared expertise
Progress your career – recognition and opportunities across CALHN
Balance your life – flexible work options available
Stay well – Leave loading, fitness discounts and flu vaccinations
Feel supported – Employee Assistance Program for you and 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 CALHN OT
Phone: 0403 121 565
E-mail: [email protected]
Apply Now
Applications close: 11:55 pm, Sunday, 5 July 2026
Job Ref: 941880
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: 17 Jun 2026 Cen. Australia Standard Time
Applications close: 05 Jul 2026 Cen. Australia Standard Time
