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Occupational Therapist (Senior)
Surgical, Treatment and Rehabilitation Service (STARS), Herston

Fixed term temporary full-time opportunity to deliver high-quality, evidence-based occupational therapy services across the continuum of care to patients and families of Surgical, Treatment and Rehabilitation Service (STARS), as part of an interprofessional, collaborative team.
Job details
| Position status | Fixed Term Temporary |
|---|---|
| Position type | Full-time |
| Occupational group | Health - Allied Health/Clinical Support |
| Classification | HP4 |
| Workplace Location | Brisbane - North |
| Job ad reference | QLD/STR683541 |
| Closing date | 09-Jun-2026 |
| Job duration | Temporary full time (01/07/2026 - 14/03/2027) |
| Contact person | Freyr Patterson |
| Contact details | (07) 3647 6735 Access the National Relay Service |
About the role
Fixed term temporary full-time opportunity to deliver high-level occupational therapy clinical services of a complex and varied nature for rehabilitation and older person's care across STARS following prescribed professional and ethical standards, with minimal direct clinical supervision.
About you
Our ideal candidate will be someone who can carry out the following key accountabilities in accordance with the Metro North Health's values:
- This position requires high-level knowledge of complex conditions, patterns of pathology, and the use of validated evidence-based management principles, coupled with high-level experience in a range of caseloads.
- Provide timely, high level clinical advice to a range of health professionals, supervisors, managers and stakeholders, both internal and external to the HHS, regarding occupational therapy management and service delivery in various clinical areas, including prioritisation and changes in clinical practice, equipment and technological advances.
- Monitor and report on clinical practices and outcomes within specialist clinical service areas, and advocate for service improvements that enhance the delivery of occupational therapy services across STARS and wider MNHHS, utilising identification and application of guidelines and business improvement plans.
Benefits when working for us
- Rewarding career and development opportunities across a wide range of clinical and non-clinical areas
- Value driven organisation which provides a work environment that is safe, satisfying, flexible, and promotes a healthy work-life balance
- Flexible working arrangements and competitive salary rates with annual incremental increases
- Benefit from a higher than standard employer contribution to Superannuation of up to 12.75% and access to salary packaging
Metro North Health offers a dynamic and progressive environment at the forefront of healthcare, research, and education. With a strong commitment to inclusion, flexibility, and professional development, we provide meaningful opportunities in a workplace that puts people first. You can find out more about why it's so great to work at Metro North here: https://metronorth.health.qld.gov.au/careers
Applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged and welcomed.
Find out about the role in more detail and how to apply in the attached Role Description.
APPLICATIONS RECEIVED VIA THIRD PARTIES (RECRUITMENT AGENCIES ETC.) 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.
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