Join Central Queensland Health and kick-start (or take the next step in!) an Occupational Therapy career that's anything but ordinary. Whether you're looking for the security of a permanent role, or a temporary opportunity through to May 2027, we’ve got you covered!

Every day brings new opportunities to work across diverse clinical settings, grow your skills, and make a real difference in the lives of Central Queenslanders, all while being supported by an experienced and collaborative team. If you're a qualified (or soon-to-be qualified) Occupational Therapist who loves solving problems, building meaningful connections and delivering person-centred care, we'd love to hear from you.

Bring your passion, curiosity and clinical skills – we'll provide the opportunities to learn, grow and thrive. Apply today and discover where a career with CQ Health can take you!

Job details

About us:

At Central Queensland Health, you'll join a supportive and diverse team delivering high-quality Occupational Therapy services across hospitals and community settings. From acute and sub-acute care to ambulatory, paediatric and mental health services, our teams make a real difference every day across Gladstone, Biloela, Emerald, Capricorn Coast, Mount Morgan and Rockhampton.

No two days are the same. You'll have opportunities to work across a wide range of specialties, including orthopaedics, surgery, burns and plastics, emergency geriatric care (GERI), lymphoedema and venous conditions, cancer care, cardiology, geriatrics, chronic disease, neurosciences and neurology, paediatrics, rehabilitation and more.

Whether you're passionate about fast-paced hospital care, community-based practice or specialist clinical services, CQ Health offers a rewarding career where you'll continue to grow, collaborate with experienced multidisciplinary teams and make a meaningful impact in the lives of Central Queenslanders.

About the role:

• Deliver high-quality Occupational Therapy services, including assessment, intervention, case management and discharge planning, helping patients achieve their goals.
• Work with patients, families and multidisciplinary teams to provide coordinated, person-centred care.
• Build your skills and confidence while managing a diverse caseload, with support and guidance from experienced clinicians.
• Apply your clinical judgement to solve complex challenges and make a meaningful difference every day.

About you:

• Qualified with a tertiary degree in Occupational Therapy (or equivalent) and current AHPRA registration, or an upcoming graduate awaiting qualification conferral and registration.
• Passionate about delivering contemporary, evidence-based Occupational Therapy that makes a real difference.
• Organised and confident in managing a clinical caseload, with the ability to prioritise and make sound clinical decisions.
• A great communicator who enjoys building positive relationships with patients, families, colleagues and multidisciplinary teams.

What we offer:

Total remuneration value of up to $132,567 p.a. is comprised of:

• An hourly rate between $43.97 - $58.59 p.h.
• 12.75% employer superannuation contribution
• 17.5% leave loading

Additional Benefits:

• Ongoing Professional Development and Education Opportunities
• Flexible Work-Life Balance and Variety
• Generous Salary Sacrificing Options
• Paid Parental Leave
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Discounted Private Health Insurance
• Fitness Passport

Vaccine Preventable Diseases (VPD) requirements:

It is a condition of employment for this role for the employee to be, and remain, vaccinated against vaccine preventable diseases as listed on the Role Description.

How to apply:

To apply, please submit the following:

• Your current CV or resume, including referees.
• A cover letter (1-2 pages) addressing how your experience, skills and values align with the key responsibilities and expectations outlined in the Role Description.
• Any additional forms / evidence as attached or listed on the Role Description.

For assistance:

1. Contact Recruitment.CentralQueensland@health.qld.gov.au
2. Quote the Job Ad Reference (JAR) RK6H689601

Applications close: Wednesday, 19 August 2026

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Further information

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Documents

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

• RK6H689601 - Occupational Therapist (PDF)
  
  Information for Applicants (PDF)