Occupational Therapist

Employment Type -  Permanent Part Time

Hours per fortnight - 64 

Job Category - Occupational Therapist

Req Id - 6307 

• Permanent Part-time | 32 hours per week | 2 days in Timboon and 2 days in Terang
• Supportive work environment |Values based culture
• Generous Salary Packaging Benefits

What you’ll do

Join our dynamic Allied Health team as an Occupational Therapist, working 2 days at Timboon and District Healthcare Service (TDHS) and 2 days at Terang Mortlake Health Service (TMHS). In this role, you’ll provide exceptional care to clients across community, outpatient, and inpatient settings, applying your expertise in assessment, treatment, and care management. 

You’ll collaborate closely with a multidisciplinary team to adapt care plans as clients’ needs change, ensuring the best possible outcomes. Additionally, you’ll play a key role in guiding clients through a smooth healthcare journey by connecting with staff and community agencies, ensuring seamless, continuous care for clients and their families. 

What we offer

• Permanent Part Time - 64 hours per fortnight (2 days per week at TDHS and 2 days per week at TMHS
• Hourly rate $35.72 - $52.49 based on experience
• A values-driven, supportive workplace culture
• Free onsite staff parking for convenience
• Complimentary access to our fully equipped onsite gym to support your wellbeing
• Generous salary packaging benefits - Up to $9,010 p.a. plus an additional $2,650 p.a. for meals and entertainment
• Novated leasing options to help you save on vehicle expenses
• Access to our Employee Assistance Program, offering emotional support for you and your family

About You

To thrive in this role, you’ll bring a Bachelor of Occupational Therapy (or equivalent) and be eligible for registration with AHPRA. Whether you’re a Grade 1 or 2 OT, we’re looking for someone with hands-on experience in providing occupational therapy services across a variety of healthcare settings—whether in an Acute Hospital, Community Outpatients, and Community Rehabilitation. You’ll be confident in your ability to work independently, backed by solid clinical knowledge and skills. Strong time management will be key, enabling you to deliver efficient, high-quality care while juggling your caseload. If this sounds like you, applying is easy—and we’d love to hear from you! 

Ready to take the next step in your career?
Apply today and help us achieve our vision of a healthy and well community. Ready to take the next step in your career?Apply today and help us achieve our vision of a healthy and well community.  Access the position description here.

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If you need assistance or aren’t comfortable with online applications, please contact our HR team for support 03 5558 6000 or email humanresources.tdhs@swarh.com.au. Please note, we do not accept resume’s via email.

Diversity and Inclusion

We value diversity and inclusion, celebrating the unique backgrounds and talents of our team to create a respectful, supportive workplace. This commitment helps us provide compassionate, equitable care to all. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, individuals with disabilities, and diverse backgrounds, and offer support throughout the recruitment process. We are also dedicated to the safety and wellbeing of children and young people, in line with Victorian Government Child Safe Standards. Click here for further information on the Victorian Government’s Child Safe Standards.

Discover Timboon & District Healthcare Service

We are a multipurpose facility dedicated to delivering comprehensive health services that promote optimal well-being, enabling individuals to actively engage in and contribute to their community. Our commitment is embodied in our vision, mission, and ICARE values: Integrity, Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence. Nestled in the scenic town of Timboon—a charming, wooded valley just 17 km from the stunning 12 Apostles coastline—our healthcare service offers a unique opportunity to combine your passion for helping others with the refreshing lifestyle of the countryside. Experience the joy of making a real difference while enjoying fresh country air and exploring this award-winning region, recently named the TAC Victorian Top Tiny Tourism Town 2024. With Warrnambool only 40 km away and Geelong within a two-hour drive, you’ll have the perfect balance of peaceful rural living and easy access to city amenities.

Discover Terang and Mortlake Health Service

Terang and Mortlake Health Service is a small rural health service in South West Victoria with a focus on improving local health outcomes.   Terang and Mortlake Health Service employs approximately 160 team members across the campuses of the 14 bed Acute hospital, 15 bed Aged Care facility and Community Health Centres in Terang and Mortlake. TMHS offers a broad range of services including Acute, Theatre, Urgent Care, Aged Care, Community and Allied Health and Early Parenting services. 

At TMHS we are committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce where we value each person’s uniqueness. We embrace diverse life experiences and the perspectives of our people, whilst providing high-quality health care to all members of our community, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, religion, cultural background, disability, or sexual orientation. At TMHS, we strongly encourage people with disability and diverse backgrounds to apply for our roles. Our successful applicant will be committed to the child safe standards and the immunisation policy at TMHS. 

All successful applicants are required to satisfactorily clear a National Police Check (conducted by TDHS) and a National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) Check and Working with Children Check (provided by you).

Contact Person: James MacAuslan

Email: jmacauslan.tdhs@swarh.vic.gov.au

Phone: 03 5558 6000

Application Closing Date: 3 November 2025

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