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About your opportunity

Fixed Term Temporary full-time, 02/11/26 - 18/04/27 with possible extension not exceeding 2 years total duration  

This role is the perfect opportunity for a motivated rehabilitation clinician looking for a new challenge or progression in their career. Deliver high level of Occupational Therapy clinical services and leadership in the specialist area of Rehabilitation to patients within Townsville Hospital and Health Service and stakeholders/customers of Queensland Health in accordance with organisational goals.

As an invaluable part of the Occupational Therapy department and Rehabilitation Team, you will be responsible for the provision of high-level clinical services for patients requiring rehabilitation. You will act as a leader and mentor within Queensland Health, and as a resource person in the area of rehabilitation.

About your new employer

Townsville Hospital and Health Service (HHS) offers a diverse and rewarding healthcare environment, combining advanced clinical practice, innovation, and professional development. As a leading tertiary and referral service, we provide opportunities to work alongside multidisciplinary teams, contribute to complex healthcare delivery, and access ongoing education, training, and career advancement pathways.

Our supportive and community-focused culture fosters collaboration, inclusion, and wellbeing. Located across the vibrant rural, urban, and coastal communities of North Queensland, Townsville HHS offers an enviable lifestyle, affordable living, flexible work options, and the opportunity to enjoy a rewarding career while achieving work-life balance.

Competitive salary and benefits:

We offer attractive remuneration packages and generous leave entitlements.

• 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
• 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.
• This position is required to work on weekends and public holidays on a rostered basis through the Department's Weekend Service.
• This is a Vaccine Preventable Disease (VPD) risk role. Hepatitis A/B, Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella, Pertussis and Tuberculosis.
• Probation period may apply.
• Pre-employment checks will be conducted.

Please refer to the Role Description for further details.

Apply now and be part of something extraordinary!

Enquiries are welcome; for a confidential discussion please contact: Michelle Watson on (07) 4433 2848.

Apply ONLINE: https:// apply-springboard.health.qld.gov.au/jobs/QLD-TV694921

Applications close: Wednesday, 11 November 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

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

• Info Sheet_Document Preparation-new candidates-13.05.24 (05.24.Pdf)
  
  QH Applicant Information Kit (PDF)
  
  HP4 Occupational Therapist - Senior (Rehabilitation) 32009047 (PDF)