The Occupational Therapy Department located at Townsville University Hospital is seeking an experienced and client focused Occupational Therapy - Senior to provide services to Palliative Care.

PLEASE NOTE - This is a temporary part-time position, commencing ASAP - 21/12/2025, working 30.4 hours per fortnight . There is a possibility of an extension for an additional 12 months.

This role will deliver high level Occupational Therapy clinical services and leadership in the specialist area of Palliative Care to patients within the Townsville Hospital and Health Service.

This position is a job-share and requires the applicant to work on Thursdays and Fridays and will be required to work weekends on a rostered basis through the Department's Weekend Service.

Job details

Townsville Hospital and Health Service offers a unique opportunity to be part of a dynamic healthcare environment focused on innovation and excellence.

Our values are:

Integrity | Compassion | Accountability | Respect | Engagement

About the opportunity:

Position: Occupational Therapist - Senior (Palliative Care)

Vacancy: Fixed Term Temporary part-time, commencing ASAP - 20/12/2025 (30.4 hours per fortnight)
**PLEASE NOTE - This is a possibility of an additional 12 month extension**

Location: Nutition and Dietitics Department, Townsville University Hospital

This position provides occupational therapy leadership within a specialist palliative care setting demonstrating a high level of knowledge and skill to support and advise other Occupational Therapists within the Townsville Hospital and Health Service working in oncology, palliative and cancer care incorporating clinical supervision, consulting, and quality activities.

This includes the provision of clinical supervision and education as well as the identification and implementation of quality improvement activities.

Working in a tertiary teaching hospital with links to James Cook University, you will have access to academic resources and potential research collaborations, further enhancing your professional growth and development.

Your contributions will be valued and impactful.

Enjoy a generous remuneration package including:

• Salary range: $64.64 to $69.55 p.h. (HP4)
• 4 weeks annual leave (pro rata)  with 17.5% loading
• Professional Development leave and allowance
• 12.75% employer contribution to superannuation
• Plus Salary Sacrificing options may be available

Requirements:

• The successful applicant must hold at least a tertiary degree (or equivalent) qualification in Occupational Therapy, and current registration with the Occupational Therapy Board of Australia.
• This position requires the incumbent to operate a class C motor vehicle and an appropriate licence endorsement to operate this vehicle is required. Proof of this endorsement must be provided prior to the commencement of duty.
• Roster: This position is a job-share and requires the applicant to work on Thursdays and Fridays.
• Roster: This position is required to work on weekends on a rostered basis through the Department's Weekend Service.
• This is a VPD risk role and mandatory requirements must be meet.

Please refer to the Role Description for further details.

With challenge comes opportunity; utilise your resilience and join the rewarding and interesting profession ofproviding exceptional, accessible healthcare and support to our community, your community.

Apply now if you want to help us shape the future of healthcare while enjoying a fulfilling work-life balance.

Enquiries are welcome; for a confidential discussion please contact:
Michelle Watson (Director - Occupational Therapy) on 07 4433 2848

Apply ONLINE: https://smartjobs.qld.gov.au/jobs/QLD-TV638050

Applications close: Wednesday, 4 June 2025

Unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.

Further information

We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.

Please download the Role Description from the `Documents’ section below for application/interview preparation and future reference.

Documents

Before applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below.

• Info Sheet_Document Preparation-new candidates-13.05.24 (PDF, 70KB)
  Information Package for Applicants
  
  QH Applicant Information Kit (PDF, 939KB)
  Information Package for Applicants
  
  HP4 - Occupational Therapist - Senior (Palliative Care) 30495606 (Word, 460KB)
  Role Description