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Occupational Therapist - Senior


Townsville Community Allied Health Service, Townsville


Exciting opportunities available now with the
Townsville Hospital and Health Service.


Job details

Position status Fixed Term Temporary
Position type Full-time
Occupational group Health - Allied Health/Clinical Support
Classification HP4
Workplace Location Townsville region
Job ad reference QLD/TV692199
Closing date 24-Sep-2026
Job duration TFT 26/10/2026 - 02/05/2027 (poss 12mth extension)
Contact person Nicole Hunt
Contact details (07) 4433 9481
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About the service

Townsville Community Health Services delivers a broad range of multidisciplinary allied health services, supporting individuals across the community through assessment, intervention, rehabilitation and coordinated care. Working collaboratively with Community Nursing, Older Persons Services, hospitals, GPs and other healthcare providers, the service is committed to delivering integrated, patient-centred care.

About your employer

Townsville Hospital and Health Service is a leading tertiary and referral service providing high-quality healthcare to North Queensland communities. We offer a supportive and collaborative environment where you can expand your clinical expertise, build leadership capability, and access ongoing education and professional development opportunities.

With modern healthcare facilities, strong university partnerships, flexible work options, and the opportunity to enjoy a relaxed North Queensland lifestyle, Townsville HHS is a great place to build a rewarding career.

Competitive salary and benefits:

We offer attractive remuneration packages and generous leave entitlements.

  • Base salary range: $4912.70 to $5286.40 p.f. (HP4)
  • 4 to 6 weeks annual leave with 14%-17.5% loading
  • 12.75% employer contribution to superannuation
  • Professional development allowance + dedicated leave
  • Plus a range of salary packaging options to increase take-home pay

About your opportunity

In this role, you will deliver specialised community-based rehabilitation and Occupational Therapy services to adults and older persons as part of a collaborative multidisciplinary allied health team. You will provide clinical leadership through supervision, mentoring and education of therapists, assistants and students, while contributing to quality improvement initiatives and patient-centred care. Join a supportive team that values autonomy, innovation and professional growth.

Requirements:

  • Tertiary degree (or equivalent) qualification in Occupational Therapy and current registration with the Occupational Therapy Board of Australia (AHPRA).
  • This position requires the incumbent to operate a class 'C' motor vehicle and an appropriate licence endorsement to operate this vehicle is required.

Please refer to the Role Description for further details.

Apply now and be part of something extraordinary!

Enquiries are welcome; please contact: Nicole Hunt on (07) 4433 9481.

Applications close: Thursday, 24 September 2026.

Unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.

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

Further information

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

Documents

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