In-Demand Occupational health & safety occupations Jobs in Newcastle, Nsw

Level 3 HITH Occupational Therapist
Hunter New England Local Health District —Newcastle NSW
- $58.95 - $60.86 an hour
- Part-time
- Patient monitoring
- Communication skills
- Annual leave
- Parental leave
9d
Research and Innovation Project Coordinator
Hunter New England Local Health District —Newcastle NSW
- $114,251 - $134,809 a year
- Part-time
- Research
- No degree
- Communication skills
- Annual leave
- Employee assistance program
10d
New Street Counsellor
Hunter New England Local Health District —Newcastle NSW
- $123,974 - $134,338 a year
- Full-time
- Bachelor's degree
- Social Work
- Annual leave
- Parental leave
8d
Chief Risk Officer - Hunter New England Local Health District
Hunter New England Local Health District —Newcastle NSW
- $147,653 - $175,917 a year
- Full-time
- Leadership
- Communication skills
- Parental leave
13d
Enrolled Nurse Opportunities - John Hunter Hospital - Targeted
Hunter New England Local Health District —Newcastle NSW
- $66,976.41 - $72,773.45 a year
- Part-time
- Annual leave
- Parental leave
Registered Nurse Opportunities - John Hunter Hospital - Targeted
Hunter New England Local Health District —Newcastle NSW
- $74,317.94 - $104,336.27 a year
- Part-time
- Annual leave
- Parental leave
Rural Health Workforce Incentive Scheme Data Officer
Hunter New England Local Health District —Newcastle NSW
- $83,554.59 - $85,530.07 a year
- Full-time
- Microsoft Excel
- Administrative experience
- Human resources
- Annual leave
- Parental leave
2d
Clinical Nurse Consultant Grade 3- District Lead Sexual Assault & Domestic & Family Violence
Hunter New England Local Health District —Newcastle NSW
- $143,851.10 - $146,522.64 a year
- Full-time
- Education
- Leadership
- Nursing
- Annual leave
- Parental leave
Registered Nurse - Emergency Department Safe Staffing Levels - Incentives Offered
Hunter New England Local Health District —Newcastle NSW
- $74,317.94 - $104,336.27 a year
- Full-time
- Clinic
- Parental leave
- Gym membership
Enrolled Nurse - Hunter Joint Centre
Hunter New England Local Health District —Newcastle NSW
- $66,976.41 - $72,773.45 a year
- Full-time
- Annual leave
- Parental leave
Deputy Director of Nursing - Operational Nurse Manager Medical Services
Hunter New England Local Health District —Newcastle NSW
- $170,655.23 - $173,551.14 a year
- Full-time
- Management
- Budgeting
- Leadership
- Parental leave
2d
Assistant in Nursing
Hunter New England Local Health District —Newcastle NSW
- $31.90 - $35.00 an hour
- Part-time
- Patient care
- Acute care
- Communication skills
- Annual leave
- Parental leave
6d
CAMHS Senior Social Worker
Hunter New England Local Health District —Newcastle NSW
- $126,524 - $129,591 a year
- Full-time
- Bachelor's degree
- Social Work
- Leadership
- Annual leave
- Parental leave
6d
CAMHS Administrative Officer
Hunter New England Local Health District —Newcastle NSW
- $33.59 - $34.70 an hour
- Full-time
- Childcare
- Customer service
- Administrative experience
- Annual leave
- Parental leave
2d
Post Graduate Fellow in Endocrine Surgery, John Hunter Hospital
Hunter New England Local Health District —Newcastle NSW
- $229,514 a year
- Part-time
- Management
- Patient care
- Employee assistance program
Staff Specialist in Paediatric Palliative Medicine, John Hunter Children's Hospital
Hunter New England Local Health District —Newcastle NSW
- $186,241 - $229,825 a year
- Full-time
- Paediatrics
- Leadership
- Communication skills
- Employee assistance program
Registered Nurse - Maternity and Gyanecology, Inpatient Surgical Unit - Targeted
Hunter New England Local Health District —Newcastle NSW
- $79,368.82 - $111,427.34 a year
- Full-time
- Clinic
- Discharge planning
- Acute care
- Parental leave
- Employee assistance program
9d
Communications Officer
Hunter New England Local Health District —Newcastle NSW
- $87,813 - $116,824 a year
- Full-time
- Writing skills
- Communication skills
1d
Registered Nurse - Menopause Hub - Targeted
Hunter New England Local Health District —Newcastle NSW
- $40.02 - $56.19 an hour
- Part-time
- Patient monitoring
- Organisational skills
- Communication skills
- Annual leave
- Parental leave
6d
Emergency Department Casual Registered Nurse
Hunter New England Local Health District —Newcastle NSW
- $40.03 - $56.20 an hour
- Full-time
- Patient care
- Communication skills
- Nursing
- Parental leave
- Employee assistance program

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Level 3 HITH Occupational Therapist

Hunter New England Local Health District -
Newcastle NSW

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Job Details

Part-time
$58.95 - $60.86 an hour
9 days ago

Benefits

Annual leave
Parental leave
Employee assistance program
Gym membership
Maternity leave
Salary packaging

Qualifications

Patient monitoring
Clinical experience
Communication skills

Full Job Description

Hunter New England Local Health District

Reference number

REQ669631

Occupation

Occupational Therapy

Work type

Part-Time

Location

Newcastle, Hunter & Region

Salary Information

$116892 - $120680

Closing date

05 July 2026 at 11:59pm

Make Your Mark in Occupational Therapy, where person-centred care and professional development go hand in hand

Employment Type: Temporary Part Time until June 2027
Position Classification: Occupational Therapist Level 3
Remuneration: $58.95 per hour - $60.86 per hour + Superannuation + Salary Packaging
Hours Per Week: 24
Requisition ID: REQ669631
Location: Newcastle Community Health Service
Applications Close: Sunday, 05th July 2026

Where you'll be working
This position is based at 670 Hunter Street, Newcastle, and forms part of a multidisciplinary healthcare team delivering services through the Hospital in the Home (HITH) program. The HITH service enables eligible patients to receive hospital-level care in the comfort and safety of their own homes, reducing the need for inpatient hospital stays while maintaining high standards of clinical care.

The team consists of a range of healthcare professionals who work collaboratively to provide coordinated, patient-centred care. As part of this service, the Occupational Therapy team plays a key role in assessing patients' functional abilities, supporting independence, promoting safety within the home environment, and assisting with rehabilitation and recovery goals.

The department is committed to delivering high-quality, evidence-based occupational therapy services to patients and their families or carers. This includes comprehensive assessments, intervention planning, equipment prescription, home environment recommendations, education, and ongoing support tailored to individual needs. Clinicians work closely with medical, nursing, allied health, and community care providers to ensure seamless care and positive patient outcomes.

The opportunity
As our newest Occupational Therapist within the Hospital in the Home (HITH) service will provide high-quality, patient-centred care to patients receiving hospital-level treatment in their homes. The role involves conducting initial assessments through home visits and virtual care, developing treatment plans, and supporting patients to maintain independence and safety within their home environment. Key responsibilities include equipment prescription, recommending home modifications, functional assessments, patient and carer education, and ongoing monitoring of patient progress.
The clinician works closely with the multidisciplinary team to coordinate care and achieve positive patient outcomes. The position requires effective clinical decision-making, caseload management, and accurate documentation. The role reports to the Occupational Therapy Team Leader or Allied Health Manager and may provide support or supervision to students as required. Support will be provided via Allied Health Service Manager and Occupational Therapy Head of Discipline.

About you

We are looking for a qualified Occupational Therapist who can demonstrate the below qualities

Time management
Prioritisation
Teamwork
Communication
Flexability

Requirements

Tertiary qualification in Occupational Therapy under the NSW Health Service Health Professionals (STATE) Award NSW and corresponding registration with Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) and minimum 3 years full time clinical experience
Eligibility to drive in NSW and willingness to travel for work purposes which may involve driving long distances.

What we can offer you

At Hunter New England Health, enjoy a career where you're challenged by interesting work and surrounded by spectacular locations. You'll contribute to the team enriching health in millions of ways every day. On top of this we also offer:

Sustainable Healthcare: Together towards zero
Proximity to shopping and other services
Monthly Allocated Days Off (for full-time employees)
4 weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part time employees)
Paid parental leave (for eligible employees) - giving you the opportunity for true Worklife balance
Salary packaging options - up to $11,600 plus novated leasing
Fitness Passport for health and well-being discounted gym options for you and your family
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members

Additional information

An eligibility list will be created for future temporary part-time vacancies.
To be eligible for permanent employment in this position you must be an Australian Citizen, or a permanent resident of Australia, or a New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand Passport. Employment of a temporary visa holder may only occur if no suitable local candidate is identified for the position; in this instance, you may only be offered employment in line with the conditions and expiry date of your visa.
We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position

How to apply
Click apply online, submit your information and resume, and address the criteria listed below providing examples that demonstrate your ability.

Demonstrated high level clinical experience with sound knowledge of aged care and community principles including multidisciplinary and transdisciplinary care
Demonstrated high level verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills, including the ability to adapt communication style to suit different audiences and use virtual care platforms.
Evidence of ability to build and maintain cooperative professional and therapeutic relationships with key stakeholders, patients and their parents or guardians..

Need more information?

about applying for this position
For role related queries or questions contact Janet Frith on [email protected]

Information for Applicants:

Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria contained within the position description (link below). For assistance addressing selection criteria visit: https://bit.ly/3vL5fq2

Stepping Up Website is a resource designed to help indigenous job applicants apply for positions in NSW Health. For more information, please visit: https://bit.ly/HNEHealthSteppingUp

This is a Category A position. Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive PD2024_015: Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseases for Category A positions prior to offer. All new employees must agree to comply with the requirements outlined in the policy.

Salary Packaging: is beneficial to most Hunter New England Health employees and may increase your take-home pay! Salary package a range of personal expenses including novated motor vehicle leases, relocation expenses, and HECS/HELP debt. by contacting SalaryPackagingPLUS! via [email protected] or 1300 40 25 23.

Hunter New England Health employees may be eligible for a range of benefits such as allocated days off (ADO) for full time employees, long service leave, paid maternity leave, and salary packaging options including meal expenses.

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occupational health & safety occupations jobs in newcastle, nsw

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