Occupational Therapist (540017)

Department of Health

Hospitals & Primary Care - Hospitals NW

North West Regional Hospital

Applications must be submitted by Sunday 01 November, 2026 11:55 PM

Position details

The Team

Occupational Therapy Services at Hospitals North West provide high-quality, client-centred occupational therapy to inpatients, outpatients and community clients across the North West region of Tasmania.

The team works as part of a multidisciplinary healthcare environment, supporting consumers across medical, surgical, rehabilitation and orthopaedic services, as well as paediatrics and community-based programs. As part of the Department of Health, the service is committed to delivering safe, inclusive and evidence-based care to improve outcomes for individuals, families and the broader Tasmanian community.

The team values collaboration, learning and professional growth, and provides structured supervision and support to enable clinicians to develop strong, well-rounded clinical skills.

The Role

This role would suit a new graduate or an experienced Occupational Therapist, offering a supported development program within Occupational Therapy Services. You will have the opportunity to rotate across a range of service areas, building clinical capability through a diverse caseload and a strong community focus.

The position offers structured supervision and professional support, making it ideal for clinicians early in their career, while also providing scope for experienced therapists to further develop and diversify their skills.

In this role, you will:

• Deliver Occupational Therapy assessments and interventions for inpatients, outpatients and community clients across a rotating caseload
• Work collaboratively with senior occupational therapists and multidisciplinary team members to achieve positive client outcomes
• Participate in professional development, quality improvement initiatives and service planning activities in line with departmental priorities

This position offers structured support and supervision, making it well suited to clinicians early in their career, while also providing scope for experienced therapists to further develop and diversify their skills.

You will need

• A commitment to delivering person-centred, safe and culturally responsive care
• Demonstrated knowledge of, or a strong foundation in, contemporary Occupational Therapy theory and the ability to apply this in hospital, outpatient and community settings
• Well-developed verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team

Note: - Please refer to the Statement of Duties for all the selection criteria of this position to address in your application.

Why Tasmania

The Department of Health Tasmania oversees various hospitals across the state, including the Royal Hobart Hospital, Launceston General Hospital, Northwest Regional Hospital, and Mersey Community Hospital, as well as district hospitals and ambulance services. Additionally, it provides community health, mental health, and primary healthcare services to the Tasmanian community through more than 300 sites.

Tasmania, Australia's only island state, offers unparalleled natural beauty and a luxurious lifestyle. Pursuing your health career in Tasmania’s public health system means building strong connections with colleagues and patients. It also means embracing a lifestyle where you can enjoy extraordinary experiences outside of work while making a significant impact on the community during work.

Details of appointment

Fixed term full time, day worker position, working 76 hours per fortnight, commencing as soon as we can onboard you until 30 June 2027.

Home visits and travel between sites in North West may be required, Shift work, extended hours and/or weekend work may be required.

*Notwithstanding hours to be negotiated with the successful applicant.

Applicants should note that, for a period of twelve months from the date of publication, this selection process may be used to fill subsequent or similar full time, part time, and casual vacancies.

Salary

$81,614 to $117,074 per annum. Our Employer 12% superannuation contribution is on top of this amount.

• Salary range is in accordance with Allied Health Professionals Public Sector Unions Wages Agreement 2025

Salary Packaging

You’ll have access to salary package a range of benefits including living expenses up to $9,010 + $2,650 in meal entertainment each FBT year + other benefits if eligible.

Allowances

• Please note that access to salaries beyond $115,529 is subject to qualifications and/or application to the personal upgrade scheme

In addition, the following allowances calculated on the salaried incremental point may be available:

• Professional Development Allowance of up to $1200 per annum, paid on a fortnightly, pro rata basis.

Benefits available to eligible candidates

• Professional development and accelerated pathways.
• A range of leave entitlements, including study leave and Professional Development Support.
• Fitness Passport – You, and your family can access 40+ fitness facilities across Tasmania for just $14.50 per week per person, or $28.05 for a family.

More information about our Employee Benefits can be found here

Eligibility

Successful applicants will be required to meet the essential criteria.

• Registered with the Occupational Therapy Board of Australia
• Current Working with Children Registration

Applicants should note the following criteria are desirable:

• Current Driver’s Licence

Home visits and travel between sites in North West may be required, Shift work, extended hours and/or weekend work may be required.

Note: - Please refer to the Application Guide for more information of pre-employment check.

Download the Statement of Duties and any Associated Documents

We encourage you to review the Statement of Duties, Applicant Guide, prior to applying for an overview of the duties, program, selection process and application guidance.

Statement of Duties:

• Generic Occupational Therapist AHP Level 1-2 (July 2024) WWCR.docx

Application Guide:

• Applicant Guide.docx

How to apply

Apply Online. Please click the "Apply" button on this screen to ensure that important questions about you are answered.

You will be prompted to complete a 1-2 page application detailing your experience, skills and knowledge as they relate to the attached Statement of Duties. A separate statement addressing the selection criteria in the Statement of Duties is not required.

*applications from Recruitment agencies will not be accepted for this role

For more information

Applicants who require further information are encouraged to contact the Contact person for detailed information about the vacancy.

Name: Lucie Bramich

Position: Head of Occupational Therapy

Phone number: 03) 6493 6188

Email address: [email protected]

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Respecting diversity is the foundation of everything that Department of Health do. This allows us to instil trust and collaborate through honest and fair communication and helps cultivate an environment of growth and innovation. We strongly encourage applicants from key communities including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, LGBTIQA+ people, and people living with disabilities.

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Discover the balance. Enjoy more flexibility, diverse career pathways, the opportunity to learn and grow, salary packaging + more.

Employment Type: Permanent Full or Part Time

Position Classification: Assist In Nursing

Remuneration: $65,150.16 - $71,479.42 per annum, pro rata + super

Hours Per Week: up to 38

Requisition ID: REQ698738

You may be eligible for the Rural Health Workforce Incentive Scheme. For further information, please contact [email protected] or visit

About the role

As the AIN Leisure and Lifestyle Co-ordinator, you'll coordinate the activities program for residents. Working as part of a dynamic and friendly multidisciplinary team, you'll undertake the planning, organisation, implementation and evaluation of the activities program. The program utilises both individual and group activities, with the aim of maintaining or improving abilities, and promoting independence and wellbeing.

This site is also part of a Research Project dedicated to improving the dining experience for residents. Some of the many desired outcomes for the residents will include: setting the scene for dining, to encourage conversation and enjoyment; a focus on resident participation in meal preparation, and an increase in outdoor dining opportunities.

The Multi-Purpose Service model (MPS) exists in smaller communities and integrates a range of health services under one management structure, including acute care and emergency, respite and palliative care, and allied, primary and community health services.

Kyogle is in the beautiful Northern Rivers region of NSW, known for its unspoilt bushland surroundings, sub-tropical National Parks and the majestic Clarence River. For a different type of scene, you can drive to the Gold Coast or Brisbane in under 3 hours.

About Northern NSW Local Health District (NNSWLHD)

We are a healthcare community, caring for the people of the Northern Rivers. We understand that high quality healthcare and quality of life go hand in hand. Our hospitals, community health and multipurpose services are a well-balanced modern network, truly connecting the communities we serve across the Tweed, Richmond, and Clarence Valleys.

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The Welcome Experience in the Northern Rivers connects you and your family with local people and local resources to help you settle in and feel at home in your new community faster.

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Join our team and you'll enjoy:

• Salary packaging and novated leasing - increase your take-home pay
• Fitness discounts - focus on your health and wellbeing
• Growth - access to professional and personal development
• Team culture - work in a collaborative, flexible and supportive team environment
• Opportunities to start or build a career, or re-enter the workforce

Need more information?

1) Click here for the Position Description

2) Find out more about applying for this position

For role related queries or questions contact Nicole Ellevsen on [email protected]

Applications Close: 22 October 2026

Join the team enriching health in millions of ways every day.

NNSWLHD embraces the diverse skills and perspectives that our people bring to the workplace. We foster inclusiveness and diversity to help us deliver quality care to our community.

NNSWLHD is committed to reconciliation and strongly encourages Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to apply for this position. All applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people will be viewed most favourably.

For help with your application to this role visit Stepping Up, our online recruitment resource for Aboriginal people.

To apply for this position, you must be an Australian citizen or permanent resident, or be able to independently, legally live and work in Australia. For more information, please see www.homeaffairs.gov.au

This is a Category A position. To be employed by NSW Health you are required to provide evidence of vaccination to comply with the NSW Health Occupational Assessment, Screening & Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseases Policy (PD2024_015).

You may be subject to a probationary period of six months from the date of appointment to this position.

This recruitment may be used to create an Eligibility List for similar roles in the future.

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Clinical Prosthetist/Orthotist

Job no: 952361

Work type: Full time

Location: Adelaide CBD, Adelaide Metro Southern

Categories: Allied and Scientific Health, Public Health

• Southern Adelaide Local Health Network – Daw Park – Orthotics Prosthetics South Australia
• Salary $94,997.00 - $110,052.00 p.a. (Pro Rata) AHP2 | Ongoing Full-time Position Available

Advanced Clinical Prosthetist/Orthotist | Lead, Mentor & Innovate

Step into a role where advanced clinical practice and genuine team leadership go hand in hand and bring specialist expertise to a complex and varied caseload across OPSA and its associated clinics, while guiding and mentoring the clinical and technical staff around you.

About the role:

Reporting to the Director OPSA, this role provides high-quality advanced Prosthetic and Orthotic assessment, service planning, and direct clinical service provision as appropriate for clients who access Orthotics and Prosthetics South Australia (OPSA) and associated clinics.

Duties for the role will include:

• Providing assessment and best prosthetic/orthotic intervention; formulate treatment objectives and treatment plans for clients with complex pathologies;
• Consult in clinic advocacy for P&O input, acute and sub-acute
• Provides leadership and direction by liaising closely with relevant team members, concerning management of clients, contributing to harmonious workplace, effective conflict resolution within team where required
• Promoting the education, training and research activities undertaken by OPSA
• Involvement in the recruitment of clinical and technical staff

About you:

• Bachelor of Prosthetics and Orthotics, or equivalent
• Eligible for membership to Australian Orthotic Prosthetic Association
• Driver’s license
• Experience in all aspects of service delivery relating to prosthetics and orthotics, exposure to contemporary and traditional practise equating to minimum of five years clinical practise within O&P profession
• Experience in multi-disciplinary setting

Please see the attached Role Description for additional information.

Want To Know More? Contact:Sally Cavenett, Director, Orthotics and Prosthetics SA, (08) 7117 2655, [email protected]

Application Closing Date: 11.55 pm Sunday 25th of October 2026

Attachments:

• AHP2 Clinical Prosthetist Orthotist Role Description
• Australian applicant guidelines
• International applicant guidelines

Applicant Information:

• We also offer salary sacrifice benefits which provide the opportunity to save money by paying for some of your everyday expenses from your salary before it is taxed. Click here to find out more about salary packaging.
• The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working including part-time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.
• Appointment will be subject to a satisfactory Criminal History Check and Immunisation compliance as indicated on the Role description.
• SA Health Services are required to implement the Addressing vaccine preventable disease: Occupational assessment, screening and vaccination policy in the workplace.
• Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants are encouraged to apply. Job ref: 952361

Advertised: 09 Oct 2026 Cen. Australia Daylight Time

Applications close: 25 Oct 2026 Cen. Australia Daylight Time

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Social Worker

Job no: 953347

Work type: Full time, Part time

Location: Adelaide Metro Southern

Categories: Allied and Scientific Health, Community and Social Services, Child, Aged and Disability Care, Mental Health, Public Health

• Southern Adelaide Local Health Network – Flinders Medical Centre – Social Work and Counselling Services
• Salary $94,997 - $110,052 p.a. (Pro Rata) AHP2 | Short term Contract until October 2027
• Multiple positions available, with part-time hours negotiable

Make a Meaningful Impact in Acute Care!

Join a supportive and collaborative multidisciplinary team, providing meaningful support to patients and families in an acute care setting.

About the role:

Reporting to the Social Work Manager, this role you'll working alongside a collaborative multidisciplinary team, will provide assessment, intervention and discharge planning while connecting patients with the right services and resources to achieve positive outcomes.

Duties for the role will include:

• The provision of early assessment of the patient in the context multi-disciplinary team approach to care.
• Developing, negotiating and delivering services that are relevant to the consumers psychosocial needs.
• Ensure active participation of patients and their families/ carers in their assessment and early discharge planning.
• Provide information regarding assessment and ongoing care on discharge from hospital.
• Provide specialist advice related to the professional discipline and AH multi-disciplinary services.

About you:

• Appropriate Degree or equivalent qualification which gives eligibility for full membership of the Australian Association of Social Workers.
• Extensive clinical experience in early assessment and discharge planning of patients.
• Ability to work independently and as a member of a multi-disciplinary team.
• Ability to contribute to the achievement of performance targets in relation to activity, quality, research and development in line with organisational goals.
• High level interpersonal skills, including conflict resolutions skills and the ability to communicate with patients, professional staff of different disciplines, administrative staff and staff of other agencies both orally and in writing.

Please see the attached Role Description for additional information.

Want To Know More? Contact: Amelia Agar, Acute Social Work Manager, 8204414, [email protected]

Application Closing Date: 11.55 pm, Sunday 25th of October 2026

Attachments:

• Social Work Role Description
• Australian applicant guidelines
• International applicant guidelines

Applicant Information:

• We also offer salary sacrifice benefits which provide the opportunity to save money by paying for some of your everyday expenses from your salary before it is taxed. Click here to find out more about salary packaging.
• The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working including part-time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.
• Appointment will be subject to a satisfactory Criminal History Check and Immunisation compliance as indicated on the Role description.
• SA Health Services are required to implement the Addressing vaccine preventable disease: Occupational assessment, screening and vaccination policy in the workplace.
• Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants are encouraged to apply. Job ref: 953347

Advertised: 09 Oct 2026 Cen. Australia Daylight Time

Applications close: 25 Oct 2026 Cen. Australia Daylight Time

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Assistant in Nursing - WCHN Nursing and Midwifery Casual Pool

Job no: 952896

Work type: Casual

Location: Adelaide CBD

Categories: Nursing/Midwifery

• Women’s and Children’s Health Network, WCHN Nursing and Midwifery, North Adelaide 5006
• Salary – AIN, $61,485.00 - $63,278.00 + 12% Superannuation and Salary Sacrifice Benefits
• Casual, multiple temporary (fixed-term) contracts available

About WCHN

Join the Women’s and Children’s Health Network (WCHN), South Australia’s leading provider of care for women, babies, children and young people. We’re shaping the future of healthcare through compassion, innovation and excellence — with our communities at the heart of everything we do.

What WCHN Can Offer You

• Access to salary packaging benefits of up to $9,010 each FBT year for living expenses (e.g. mortgage, rent, utilities, groceries), plus an additional $2,650 each FBT year for meal entertainment expenses.
• Access to Fitness Passport (workplace health and fitness program that gives you and your family access to a wide choice of gyms and pools across South Australia.)
• Free public transport to and from the Women’s and Children’s Hospital for SA Health metropolitan hospital staff (excludes network community sites).
• Support for you and your family via our Employee Assistance Program.
• Relocation financial support may be negotiated, subject to eligibility. Click here for details and contact the enquires person for further information.

About the role

As an Assistant in Nursing, you'll work within a multidisciplinary team, supporting nurses in delivering safe, compassionate, family-centred care to patients. This rewarding role offers the opportunity to contribute to positive health outcomes while gaining valuable experience in a supportive environment.

Key duties of the role

• Assist nurses in routine tasks with patients/clients associated with the activities of daily living.
• Set up for nursing procedures, clean equipment, and manage local stock levels.
• Contribute to the maintenance of a physically and culturally safe environment for patients/clients and staff.
• Follow established guidelines, protocols, procedure, standards, and systems.
• Provide person centred care.

Skills and Experience

• Be enrolled as a student in an undergraduate program in nursing (2nd year or above).
• Experience, within the boundaries of your education and skill preparation, in the provision of nursing/midwifery care in the healthcare setting.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work in a multidisciplinary team environment.
• Understanding the role of the Assistant in Midwifery within the healthcare setting.

Enquiries can be directed to

Abbey Stalker

Nurse Manager - WCHN Nursing & Midwifery Casual Pool, Network Operations Centre

[email protected]

8161 8260

Want to learn more about career opportunities at WCHN? Click Here to discover how you can Realise Your Potential and join one of our many teams making a positive difference in the community.

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To learn more about this role — including key selection criteria, special conditions and minimum requirements — please refer to the attached role description and the document checklists below:

• AIN - Assistant in Nursing - Role Description - 951586.pdf
• Immunisation Requirements Checklist
• Applicant Documents Checklist

If you would like further information on applying and winning this role, go to our SA Health Careers Site for the Australian Applicant Guide or if you are an international applicant, check out the International Application Guide.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants are encouraged to apply.

Application Closing Date: Sunday 1 November 2026 at 11:55pm

Advertised: 09 Oct 2026 Cen. Australia Daylight Time

Applications close: 01 Nov 2026 Cen. Australia Daylight Time

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Allied Health Assistant

Job no: 953345

Work type: Casual

Location: Adelaide Metro Southern, Adelaide CBD

Categories: Allied and Scientific Health, Community and Social Services, Child, Aged and Disability Care, Public Health

• Southern Adelaide Local Health Network – Bedford Park – Rehabilitation, Aged and Palliative Care Division
• Salary $67,979.00 p.a. (Pro Rata) AHA1 & AHA2 | Multiple Casual Vacancies

Join our Physiotherapy Team

Make a meaningful difference to the lives of patients across Rehabilitation, Aged and Palliative Care by joining our Physiotherapy team as an Allied Health Assistant. Working under the direction of Allied Health Professionals, you will support the delivery of safe, high-quality, person-centred care while contributing to the effective operation of clinical services.

About the role:

Reporting to the Director AH RAP Division operationally and working under the professional direction of the relevant Allied Health Professionals, you will provide assistance with patient care, therapeutic activities, clinical administration and the maintenance of a safe and effective clinical environment. Duties for the role will include:

• Providing specific therapeutic interventions and assisting with patient therapy under the direction from the physiotherapy team.
• Assisting patients with transport, preparation, movement and physical tasks associated with therapy interventions.
• Maintaining accurate patient documentation and therapy-related databases as directed.

About you:

• Eligible and willing to complete Certificate 3 in Allied Health Assistance or equivalent
• Ability to use documented resources such as policies and procedures and work instructions to enable safe work practices
• Sound communication and interpersonal skills – able to demonstrate the ability to work with people from a variety of cultural and linguistically diverse backgrounds
• Demonstrated aptitude for working in a healthcare environment and the ability to work under close supervision and direction.

Please see the attached Role Description for additional information.

Want To Know More? Contact: Jonathan Ling, , ,

Application Closing Date: 11.55 pm Sunday 25 October 2026

Attachments:

• AHA1 Physiotherapy Allied Health Assistant Role Description
• AHA2 Physiotherapy Allied Health Assistant Role Description
• Australian applicant guidelines
• International applicant guidelines

Applicant Information:

• We also offer salary sacrifice benefits which provide the opportunity to save money by paying for some of your everyday expenses from your salary before it is taxed. Click here to find out more about salary packaging.
• The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working including part-time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.
• Appointment will be subject to a satisfactory Criminal History Check and Immunisation compliance as indicated on the Role description.
• SA Health Services are required to implement the Addressing vaccine preventable disease: Occupational assessment, screening and vaccination policy in the workplace.
• Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants are encouraged to apply. Job ref: 9353345

AHA1 and AHA2

This role attracts a fixed allowance that ensures a minimum salary equivalent to AHA2 (third increment) pro-rated, based on the Undertaking as within the Allied Health Professionals, Assistants and Psychologists Enterprise Agreement 2025.

Advertised: 09 Oct 2026 Cen. Australia Daylight Time

Applications close: 25 Oct 2026 Cen. Australia Daylight Time

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Senior Manager - Occupational Therapy

Job no: 953128

Work type: Full time, Part time

Location: Various, Adelaide CBD

Categories: Allied and Scientific Health, Medical

Central Adelaide Local Health Network (CALHN) -Senior Manager – Occupational Therapy

• Adelaide CBD and various CALHN sites, SA | Occupational Therapy
• Salary: AHP4 – $123,048 to $133,957 p.a. + superannuation and salary packaging
• Temporary full-time, 38 hours per week, five-day roster, until November 2027
• Part-time employment will also be considered.

We Need You in Allied Health

Join over 2,600 allied health professionals at CALHN and play a vital role in delivering safe and connected world-class care across South Australia.

• Make a real difference across emergency, acute, rehabilitation, community, and mental health care settings.
• Thrive in a values-driven organisation that puts people first and is future focused.
• Collaborate within multidisciplinary teams that support innovation and professional growth.
• Be part of a leading health network shaping the future of health through care, research, and education.

Find out more about CALHN sites and services, our stories and the opportunities to be part of CALHN

About the Role

Lead Occupational Therapy services across CALHN and help teams deliver safe, evidence-based care. Bring clinical expertise and management skills to service planning, staff development and quality improvement, working with senior leaders to strengthen care across sites.

• Lead operational plans and service delivery across sites

• Manage workforce, rosters, resources and staff performance

• Guide clinical supervision, credentialing and staff development

• Build partnerships with clinical teams and senior leaders

• Drive research, quality improvement and service change

About You

To be successful in this role you will:

• Hold a degree that qualifies you for OTBA registration

• Bring extensive clinical leadership and service planning skills

• Manage teams, resources and complex programs effectively

• Lead clinical governance, quality improvement and change

• Communicate clearly and build strong working partnerships

You will bring:

• Advanced occupational therapy and clinical supervision skills
• Knowledge of workforce and performance management
• The ability to deliver evidence-based services across multiple sites

The role requires travel between CALHN sites. A current South Australian driver’s licence and willingness to drive a government vehicle are required when employed in a community setting. Please refer to the role description for the full requirements.

Why You’ll Love It Here - CALHN benefits that matterA great career is more than the work you do. At CALHN, you’ll have the benefits, flexibility and support to help you thrive at work and beyond.

• Make your money go further– salary packaging up to $9,010 for living expenses + $2,650 for meals and entertainment + pre-tax super and novated lease options
• Grow your career– build your skills and explore opportunities across CALHN
• Balance work and life– access flexible work options where available
• Support your wellbeing – enjoy leave loading, fitness discounts and flu vaccinations
• Feel supported– confidential Employee Assistance Program for you and your family

Diversity and InclusionWe’re committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels safe, respected, and supported. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disabilities, culturally diverse backgrounds, and LGBTQIA+ communities.

Application Information

• Please refer to the attached role description for essential qualifications and the full role requirements. Attachment: 953128 - RD for Senior Manager - Occupational Therapy.pdf

• Appointment is subject to satisfactory Criminal History Clearances and compliant immunisation screening as indicated in the role description. This role is classified as Immunisation Risk Category B.

Curious about this role?

Connect with Sarah Heard, A/Director Occupational Therapy – CALHN Telephone: 0403121565

Email: [email protected]

Apply Now

Applications close: 11:55 pm, Sunday 1 November 2026 Job Ref: 953128

Go to the SA Health Career Website for how to apply, and Australian and International applicant guidelines for more information

Recruitment agencies and third parties need not apply – we’ve got this covered.

Advertised: 09 Oct 2026 Cen. Australia Daylight Time

Applications close: 01 Nov 2026 Cen. Australia Daylight Time

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Speech Pathologist - Aged Care, Rehabilitation and Palliative Care

Job no: 952635

Work type: Full time

Location: Adelaide Metro Northern

Categories: Allied and Scientific Health

• Northern Adelaide Local Health Network – Modbury Hospital & Lyell McEwin Hospital
• Aged Care, Rehabilitation and Palliative Care Division (ACRPC)
• Salary: $73,710 - $89,981 p.a. plus Superannuation and Salary Sacrifice benefits – AHP1
• Salary: $94,997 - $110,052 p.a. plus Superannuation and Salary Sacrifice benefits – AHP2
• Ongoing Full-Time & Temporary Contracts available (Multiple Positions)

About the Role:

We are looking for dedicated Speech Pathologists to join the Northern Adelaide Local Health Network (NALHN) and make a genuine difference to patients navigating aged care and rehabilitation in Adelaide's northern suburbs.

You will work within a collaborative allied health team to deliver evidence-based speech pathology services across inpatient, outpatient and community settings. Your key responsibilities will include:

• Conducting comprehensive assessments of communication and swallowing disorders
• Developing and implementing individualised management plans in partnership with patients, families, and the broader multidisciplinary team
• Providing clinical education and guidance to nursing and allied health colleagues on dysphagia management and communication strategies
• Contributing to quality improvement initiatives and maintaining accurate clinical documentation in line with SA Health standards

Opportunities are available across a range of settings within the Aged Care, Rehabilitation and Palliative Care Division (ACRPC). As part of your role, you will have the opportunity to rotate through a variety of services, supporting your professional development, broadening your skills and experience, and enjoying variety in your day-to-day work. You will be part of a large and supportive Speech Pathology team who service the following areas:

• Inpatient Rehabilitation: three rehabilitation wards at Modbury Hospital
• Day Rehabilitation Service: outpatient rehabilitation located in the SpARC building, adjacent to Modbury Hospital
• Rehabilitation in the Home: community rehabilitation with offices located adjacent to Modbury Hospital
• Inpatient Geriatrics: two wards at Modbury Hospital
• Acute Care of the Elderly (ACE): located at Lyell McEwin Hospital
• Northern Reablement and Intermediate Care to Return Home (NRICH): located adjacent to Lyell McEwin Hospital
• Older Adults Supportive Interim Stay (OASIS) unit: located at Lyell McEwin Hospital

What You Will Bring

• Demonstrated clinical experience in dysphagia assessment and management, including videofluoroscopy or FEES where applicable
• Experience working with aged care or rehabilitation patient populations
• Sound knowledge of SA Health or Local Health Network clinical governance frameworks and documentation requirements
• Ability to work effectively within an interdisciplinary team and communicate clearly with patients, carers, and colleagues
• A current driver's licence, as service delivery may extend across NALHN sites
• Willingness to work across clinical rotations including a 7-day roster and ability to adapt to varied clinical environments

To be eligible for this position, you must have an appropriate Degree or equivalent qualification which gives eligibility for full membership of Speech Pathology Australia.

About You:

This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to a passionate, highly driven, dedicated and progressive team.

About Us:

The Northern Adelaide Local Health Network (NALHN) is a leading provider of public healthcare services in South Australia, and one of the largest employers in northern Adelaide.

NALHN serves over 400,000 people in northern Adelaide with a comprehensive range of high-quality healthcare services, including emergency, surgical, obstetric, neonatal, paediatric, oncology, geriatric, palliative care and rehabilitation, and mental health care, as well as primary health care services with a focus on community health promotion and chronic disease management.

With a commitment for ongoing upgrades to our facilities and the introduction of new services, our priority is delivering exceptional health and wellbeing services that enhance the quality of life for our community.

Our 300-plus Allied Health professionals play an integral role in multidisciplinary teams delivering outstanding care to patients across our acute, subacute and hospital avoidance services.

At NALHN Everyone Has a Story, Everyone Matters, Everyone Contributes and Everyone Grows.

At NALHN, we have a strong commitment to providing a clinically interesting professional experience, with structured and supportive education and professional development, and career progression pathways.

Some feedback from current employees about working as Allied Health Professionals in NALHN includes:

“My favourite part about working in NALHN is the close working relationships we have across Allied Health to optimise patient care.”

“I feel like I’m part of a growing and developing service.”

“I love the great team dynamic and the culture of learning and support.”

Our Local Health Network Sites and Services:

NALHN provides a range of hospital (inpatient), outpatient, community and home-based services across multiple sites in Adelaide’s north and north-eastern suburbs, including Aboriginal health, mental health, and GP services.

Lyell McEwin Hospital–the major hospital in northern Adelaide for emergency care, complex and multi-day surgery, medicine, obstetric, paediatrics and outpatient services.

Modbury Hospital–a general hospital with emergency care, elective surgery, medicine, outpatient and sub-acute services, rehabilitation, geriatric and palliative care.

Mental Health Services–adult and older persons mental health services and statewide forensic mental health services, across hospital and community settings.

Watto Purrunna Aboriginal Primary Health Care Services–provides culturally responsive primary healthcare services for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people in-hospital and across four community sites.

Primary Health Care Services–including GP Plus sites at Elizabeth, Modbury and Gilles Plains.

Benefits of working at NALHN:

From salary packaging to flexible working arrangements, a large range of opportunities for movement and career progression, you’ll find there are lots of benefits of working with Northern Adelaide Local Health Network.

Incremental wage increases in-line with the Allied Health Professionals, Assistants and Psychologists Enterprise Agreement 2025

Access to experienced clinicians across a broad range of expertise, who are supportive of collegial sharing of skills and knowledge in different therapies and client presentations.

Salary packaging is an option for saving money by paying for some of your everyday expenses from your salary before it is taxed.

Relocation assistance may be available for successful applicants from interstate or overseas.

NALHN supports and fosters a culture in which employees feel they belong and feel safe at work. The culture aims to encourage all people to use their talents and to be valued and rewarded for their contributions.

In addition to this, other benefits of working as a Speech Pathologist in NALHN include:

• professional development opportunities. We have a well-established Allied Health Education unit which offers high-quality, targeted in-house training, and under the current enterprise agreement staff are also eligible for a Professional Development Allowance and entitled to claim reimbursement of eligible professional development expenses to allow you to continue to build upon your professional foundations
• opportunities to participate in research. NALHN have an Allied Health Research Chair, who is able to work with clinicians and teams to support clinical research
• regular clinical supervision, allowing you to receive individualised support, learning and development to help you achieve your career goals

SA Health is committed to providing an inclusive workplace that embraces diversity and inclusion for all employees. We strongly encourage applications from people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, culturally diverse backgrounds, members of the LGBTIQA+SB community and people who live with disability and/or neurodivergence.

We are committed to making workplace adjustments to provide a positive and supportive work environment. You are encouraged to let us know if have any support or access requirements during the recruitment process and beyond to ensure you can perform at your best.

The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working including part-time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.

Appointment will be subject to a satisfactory Criminal History Check.

Check(s):

• DHS Working With Children Check (WWCC)
• National Police Check (National Police Certificate) for aged care sector screening – apply to any of the accredited bodies approved to offer a service direct to the public. Accreditation is provided by the Australian Criminal Intelligence Commission. See our National Police Certificate accredited bodies page for links to lodge screening requests.

Immunisation Risk for this position is–Category A (direct contact with blood or body substances)

SA Health Services are required to implement the Addressing vaccine preventable disease: Occupational assessment, screening and vaccination policy in the workplace.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants are encouraged to apply. Job Ref: 952635

Enquiries:

Office of Aged Care, Rehabilitation and Palliative Care

Phone: (08) 7321 4232

E-mail: [email protected]

Application Closing Date:

23 October 2026 – 11.55PM

Role Description and Further Information:

952635 - Speech Pathologist - ACRPC - AHP1 - Role Description.pdf

952635 - Speech Pathologist - ACRPC - AHP2 - Role Description.pdf

* Refer to the SA Health Career Website – How to apply for further information.

Advertised: 09 Oct 2026 Cen. Australia Daylight Time

Applications close: 23 Oct 2026 Cen. Australia Daylight Time

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Senior Occupational Therapist - Northern Adelaide Rehabilitation Service Spasticity Clinic

Job no: 952627

Work type: Part time

Location: Adelaide Metro Northern

Categories: Allied and Scientific Health

• Senior Occupational Therapist - Spasticity Clinic
• Northern Adelaide Local Health Network – MODBURY SA 5092
• Salary: $112,139 - $120,284 p.a. (pro rata) plus Superannuation and Salary Sacrifice benefits – AHP3
• Ongoing Part-Time – 7.5 hours per fortnight

About the Role:

We are looking for a Senior Occupational Therapist to work in our multidisciplinary Spasticity Clinic based in the Specialist Ambulatory and Rehabilitation Centre (SpARC) at Modbury. The clinic operates for a full day once per fortnight on a Friday, and you will be part of a dynamic, growing and supportive team.

The Northern Adelaide Rehabilitation Service (NARS) Spasticity Clinic offers a genuinely specialised practice environment. If you bring strong neurorehabilitation expertise and want to shape meaningful outcomes for people living with spasticity, this is a role with real clinical depth.

Your Role in Rehabilitation

Working within the multidisciplinary NARS Spasticity Clinic, you will deliver expert occupational therapy assessment and intervention for patients with upper and lower limb spasticity across a range of neurological conditions. Your key responsibilities will include:

• Conducting comprehensive OT assessments and developing goal-directed treatment plans for patients attending the Spasticity Clinic
• Collaborating closely with medical, nursing, and allied health colleagues to coordinate Botulinum Toxin injection programs and post-injection therapy
• Providing clinical supervision and professional support to Allied Health Assistants within the team
• Contributing to service development, quality improvement, and evidence-based practice initiatives within NARS

What You Bring

• Demonstrated experience in neurological or rehabilitation OT, with exposure to spasticity management highly regarded
• Sound knowledge of upper limb splinting, functional goal-setting, and assistive technology relevant to spasticity presentations
• Proven ability to work autonomously and exercise senior-level clinical judgement
• Experience providing supervision or mentorship within an allied health team
• Familiarity with SA Health clinical frameworks and the public health system is an advantage

To be eligible for this position, you must have an appropriate Degree or equivalent qualification which entitles registration as an Occupational Therapist with the Occupational Therapy Board of Australia.

About You:

This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to a passionate, highly driven, dedicated and progressive team.

About Us:

The Northern Adelaide Local Health Network (NALHN) is a leading provider of public healthcare services in South Australia, and one of the largest employers in northern Adelaide.

NALHN serves over 400,000 people in northern Adelaide with a comprehensive range of high-quality healthcare services, including emergency, surgical, obstetric, neonatal, paediatric, oncology, geriatric, palliative care and rehabilitation, and mental health care, as well as primary health care services with a focus on community health promotion and chronic disease management.

With a commitment for ongoing upgrades to our facilities and the introduction of new services, our priority is delivering exceptional health and wellbeing services that enhance the quality of life for our community.

Our 300-plus Allied Health professionals play an integral role in multidisciplinary teams delivering outstanding care to patients across our acute, subacute and hospital avoidance services.

At NALHN Everyone Has a Story, Everyone Matters, Everyone Contributes and Everyone Grows.

At NALHN, we have a strong commitment to providing a clinically interesting professional experience, with structured and supportive education and professional development, and career progression pathways.

Some feedback from current employees about working as Allied Health Professionals in NALHN includes:

“My favourite part about working in NALHN is the close working relationships we have across Allied Health to optimise patient care.”

“I feel like I’m part of a growing and developing service.”

“I love the great team dynamic and the culture of learning and support.”

Our Local Health Network Sites and Services:

NALHN provides a range of hospital (inpatient), outpatient, community and home-based services across multiple sites in Adelaide’s north and north-eastern suburbs, including Aboriginal health, mental health, and GP services.

Lyell McEwin Hospital–the major hospital in northern Adelaide for emergency care, complex and multi-day surgery, medicine, obstetric, paediatrics and outpatient services.

Modbury Hospital–a general hospital with emergency care, elective surgery, medicine, outpatient and sub-acute services, rehabilitation, geriatric and palliative care.

Mental Health Services–adult and older persons mental health services and statewide forensic mental health services, across hospital and community settings.

Watto Purrunna Aboriginal Primary Health Care Services–provides culturally responsive primary healthcare services for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people in-hospital and across four community sites.

Primary Health Care Services–including GP Plus sites at Elizabeth, Modbury and Gilles Plains.

Benefits of working at NALHN:

From salary packaging to flexible working arrangements, a large range of opportunities for movement and career progression, you’ll find there are lots of benefits of working with Northern Adelaide Local Health Network.

Incremental wage increases in-line with the Allied Health Professionals, Assistants and Psychologists Enterprise Agreement 2025

Access to experienced clinicians across a broad range of expertise, who are supportive of collegial sharing of skills and knowledge in different therapies and client presentations.

Salary packaging is an option for saving money by paying for some of your everyday expenses from your salary before it is taxed.

Relocation assistance may be available for successful applicants from interstate or overseas.

NALHN supports and fosters a culture in which employees feel they belong and feel safe at work. The culture aims to encourage all people to use their talents and to be valued and rewarded for their contributions.

In addition to this, other benefits of working as a Senior Occupational Therapist in NALHN include:

• professional development opportunities. We have a well-established Allied Health Education unit which offers high-quality, targeted in-house training, and under the current enterprise agreement staff are also eligible for a Professional Development Allowance and entitled to claim reimbursement of eligible professional development expenses to allow you to continue to build upon your professional foundations
• opportunities to participate in research. NALHN have an Allied Health Research Chair, who is able to work with clinicians and teams to support clinical research
• regular clinical supervision, allowing you to receive individualised support, learning and development to help you achieve your career goals

SA Health is committed to providing an inclusive workplace that embraces diversity and inclusion for all employees. We strongly encourage applications from people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, culturally diverse backgrounds, members of the LGBTIQA+SB community and people who live with disability and/or neurodivergence.

We are committed to making workplace adjustments to provide a positive and supportive work environment. You are encouraged to let us know if have any support or access requirements during the recruitment process and beyond to ensure you can perform at your best.

The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working including part-time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.

Appointment will be subject to a satisfactory Criminal History Check.

Check(s):

• DHS Working With Children Check (WWCC)
• National Police Check (National Police Certificate) for vulnerable person-related employment – apply to any of the accredited bodies approved to offer a service direct to the public. Accreditation is provided by the Australian Criminal Intelligence Commission. See our National Police Certificate accredited bodies page for links to lodge screening requests.

Immunisation Risk for this position is–Category A (direct contact with blood or body substances)

SA Health Services are required to implement the Addressing vaccine preventable disease: Occupational assessment, screening and vaccination policy in the workplace.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants are encouraged to apply. Job Ref: 952627

Enquiries:

Office of Aged Care, Rehabilitation and Palliative Care

Phone: (08) 7321 4232

E-mail: [email protected]

Application Closing Date:

23 October 2026 – 11.55PM

Role Description and Further Information:

952627 - Senior Occupational Therapist, Spasticity Clinic - ACRPC - AHP3 - Role Description.pdf

* Refer to the SA Health Career Website – How to apply for further information.

Advertised: 09 Oct 2026 Cen. Australia Daylight Time

Applications close: 23 Oct 2026 Cen. Australia Daylight Time

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Senior Occupational Therapist - The Gully North East Clinical Psychosocial Rehabilitation Program

Job no: 952261

Work type: Part time

Location: Adelaide Metro Northern

Categories: Allied and Scientific Health

• Northern Adelaide Local Health Network – North Eastern Community Mental Health – MODBURY SA 5092
• Salary: $112,139 - $120,284 p.a. (pro rata) plus Superannuation and Salary Sacrifice benefits – AHP3
• Ongoing Part-Time – 15 hours per week

About the Role:

The Northern Adelaide Local Health Network is seeking an Occupational Therapist to join The Gully, Northeast Clinical Psychosocial Rehabilitation Program team.

The Gully is a recovery focused rehabilitation program for people aged 18 to 65 years who have a lived experience of mental illness. The program provides clients an opportunity to work towards recovery goals through group work and individual sessions. The program’s occupational focus aims to facilitate change and support engagement in activities of daily living, work, social participation and interests.

The Gully coordinates the NECMHS OT Clinic. This service offers occupational therapy assessments and includes an intervention plan and recommendations based on the consumer’s occupational goals.

These services operate in the Northeast at Modbury.

Your Role in the Program

Working part time on an ongoing basis, you will deliver specialist occupational therapy assessment and intervention within a psychosocial rehabilitation framework, while contributing to the broader clinical direction of the team.

• Conduct comprehensive functional and occupational assessments for adults with complex mental health needs
• Design and implement individualised, recovery-focused intervention plans in collaboration with consumers, carers, and the multidisciplinary team
• Provide clinical supervision, mentoring, and professional leadership to junior OT staff and students
• Contribute to leadership, clinical overview, program development, quality improvement, and outcome measurement across The Gully North East service

What You Bring

• Substantial post-graduate experience in mental health, with a demonstrated understanding of psychosocial rehabilitation principles
• Leadership experience and values prioritising psychological safety of staff
• Proven ability to apply a recovery-oriented, trauma-informed approach within a community or outpatient mental health setting
• Experience providing clinical supervision or formal mentoring to less experienced clinicians
• Strong communication skills, including the ability to engage meaningfully with consumers, families, and inter-agency partners
• Familiarity with SA Health policy frameworks and the Mental Health Act 2009 (SA) is highly regarded

To be eligible for this position, you must have an appropriate degree or equivalent qualification with registration as an Occupational Therapist with AHPRA.

About You:

This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to a passionate, highly driven, dedicated and progressive team.

About Us:

The Northern Adelaide Local Health Network (NALHN) is a leading provider of public healthcare services in South Australia, and one of the largest employers in northern Adelaide.

NALHN serves over 400,000 people in northern Adelaide with a comprehensive range of high-quality healthcare services, including emergency, surgical, obstetric, neonatal, paediatric, oncology, geriatric, palliative care and rehabilitation, and mental health care, as well as primary health care services with a focus on community health promotion and chronic disease management.

With a commitment for ongoing upgrades to our facilities and the introduction of new services, our priority is delivering exceptional health and wellbeing services that enhance the quality of life for our community.

Our 300-plus Allied Health professionals play an integral role in multidisciplinary teams delivering outstanding care to patients across our acute, subacute and hospital avoidance services.

At NALHN Everyone Has a Story, Everyone Matters, Everyone Contributes and Everyone Grows.

At NALHN, we have a strong commitment to providing a clinically interesting professional experience, with structured and supportive education and professional development, and career progression pathways.

Some feedback from current employees about working as Allied Health Professionals in NALHN includes:

“My favourite part about working in NALHN is the close working relationships we have across Allied Health to optimise patient care.”

“I feel like I’m part of a growing and developing service.”

“I love the great team dynamic and the culture of learning and support.”

Our Local Health Network Sites and Services:

NALHN provides a range of hospital (inpatient), outpatient, community and home-based services across multiple sites in Adelaide’s north and north-eastern suburbs, including Aboriginal health, mental health, and GP services.

Lyell McEwin Hospital–the major hospital in northern Adelaide for emergency care, complex and multi-day surgery, medicine, obstetric, paediatrics and outpatient services.

Modbury Hospital–a general hospital with emergency care, elective surgery, medicine, outpatient and sub-acute services, rehabilitation, geriatric and palliative care.

Mental Health Services–adult and older persons mental health services and statewide forensic mental health services, across hospital and community settings.

Watto Purrunna Aboriginal Primary Health Care Services–provides culturally responsive primary healthcare services for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people in-hospital and across four community sites.

Primary Health Care Services–including GP Plus sites at Elizabeth, Modbury and Gilles Plains.

Benefits of working at NALHN:

From salary packaging to flexible working arrangements, a large range of opportunities for movement and career progression, you’ll find there are lots of benefits of working with Northern Adelaide Local Health Network.

Incremental wage increases in-line with the Allied Health Professionals, Assistants and Psychologists Enterprise Agreement 2025

Access to experienced clinicians across a broad range of expertise, who are supportive of collegial sharing of skills and knowledge in different therapies and client presentations.

Salary packaging is an option for saving money by paying for some of your everyday expenses from your salary before it is taxed.

Relocation assistance may be available for successful applicants from interstate or overseas.

NALHN supports and fosters a culture in which employees feel they belong and feel safe at work. The culture aims to encourage all people to use their talents and to be valued and rewarded for their contributions.

In addition to this, other benefits of working as a Senior Occupational Therapist in NALHN include:

• professional development opportunities. We have a well-established Allied Health Education unit which offers high-quality, targeted in-house training, and under the current enterprise agreement staff are also eligible for a Professional Development Allowance and entitled to claim reimbursement of eligible professional development expenses to allow you to continue to build upon your professional foundations
• opportunities to participate in research. NALHN have an Allied Health Research Chair, who is able to work with clinicians and teams to support clinical research
• regular clinical supervision, allowing you to receive individualised support, learning and development to help you achieve your career goals

SA Health is committed to providing an inclusive workplace that embraces diversity and inclusion for all employees. We strongly encourage applications from people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, culturally diverse backgrounds, members of the LGBTIQA+SB community and people who live with disability and/or neurodivergence.

We are committed to making workplace adjustments to provide a positive and supportive work environment. You are encouraged to let us know if have any support or access requirements during the recruitment process and beyond to ensure you can perform at your best.

The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working including part-time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.

Appointment will be subject to a satisfactory Criminal History Check.

Check(s):

• DHS Working With Children Check (WWCC)
• National Police Check (National Police Certificate) for vulnerable person-related employment – apply to any of the accredited bodies approved to offer a service direct to the public. Accreditation is provided by the Australian Criminal Intelligence Commission. See our National Police Certificate accredited bodies page for links to lodge screening requests.

Immunisation Risk for this position is–Category A (direct contact with blood or body substances)

SA Health Services are required to implement the Addressing vaccine preventable disease: Occupational assessment, screening and vaccination policy in the workplace.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants are encouraged to apply. Job Ref: 952261

Enquiries:

Suzzanne Porcaro

Principal Occupational Therapist

Phone: 0410 049 288

E-mail: [email protected]

Application Closing Date:

23 October 2026 – 11.55PM

Role Description and Further Information:

952261 - Senior Occupational Therapist - NMH - AHP3 - Role Description.pdf

* Refer to the SA Health Career Website – How to apply for further information.

Advertised: 09 Oct 2026 Cen. Australia Daylight Time

Applications close: 23 Oct 2026 Cen. Australia Daylight Time

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Senior Psychologist - Women & Children's

Job no: 951226

Work type: Part time

Location: Adelaide Metro Northern

Categories: Allied and Scientific Health

• Northern Adelaide Local Health Network – Lyell McEwin Hospital – ELIZABETH VALE SA 5112
• Salary: $112,139 - $120,284 p.a. (pro rata) plus Superannuation and Salary Sacrifice benefits – AHP3
• Opportunity to access additional allowances, including an Endorsed Area of Practice allowance of up to $11,565 p.a. (pro rata), where eligibility requirements are met
• Temporary Part-Time – 22.5 hours per week, up to 30 April 2027

About the Role:

Are you passionate about making a real difference in the lives of children and families? The Gordon McKay Child Development Unit at Lyell McEwin Hospital is seeking a dedicated Senior Psychologist to join our multidisciplinary team. This is your opportunity to work at the forefront of neurodevelopmental assessment and intervention, collaborating with paediatricians, speech pathologists, and occupational therapists to deliver holistic, evidence-based care.

If you thrive in a dynamic environment where innovation, collaboration, and quality improvement are valued, we want to hear from you. Help us shape a brighter future for children with complex developmental needs in Northern Adelaide.

About the Role:

As Senior Psychologist, you will play a pivotal role in assessing and diagnosing complex developmental delays and neurodevelopmental disorders, including ASD and FASD. You will:

• Provide expert psychological assessments and prepare clear, evidence-based diagnostic reports.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to optimise outcomes for children and families.
• Offer consultancy and advice to allied health and medical professionals.
• Contribute to service development, quality improvement, and research initiatives.
• Provide clinical supervision and mentorship to staff and students.

This is an opportunity to work in an innovative environment focused on improving access and quality for our youngest consumers.

About You:

You are a highly skilled and passionate psychologist who thrives in a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment. You bring:

Qualifications:

• A degree in Psychology with current registration through the Psychology Board of Australia.
• Approved supervisor status at all levels (primary and secondary).

Experience:

• A strong background in paediatric psychology and play based therapy.
• Previous experience assessing and managing children with developmental and neurodevelopmental disorders, including Autism Spectrum Disorder and Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder, would be advantageous; however, applicants without this experience are encouraged to apply

Skills & Attributes:

• Advanced clinical expertise in child development and neuropsychology.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage families and work effectively within a multidisciplinary team.
• Leadership capability, including mentoring and supervising staff and students.
• Strong organisational skills to manage competing priorities in a dynamic environment.

Desirable:

• Postgraduate qualifications in clinical, educational/developmental, or neuropsychology.
• Experience administering ASD diagnostic tools (e.g., ADOS-2).

Ready to make an impact?

Apply now and help shape the future of child development services at Lyell McEwin Hospital.

About Us:

The Gordon McKay Child Development Unit at LMH provides a service to assess and support children with developmental concerns. Our team works with children who have challenges in three or more areas of development and who have not yet been formally assessed.

The Northern Adelaide Local Health Network (NALHN) is a leading provider of public healthcare services in South Australia, and one of the largest employers in northern Adelaide.

NALHN serves over 400,000 people in northern Adelaide with a comprehensive range of high-quality healthcare services, including emergency, surgical, obstetric, neonatal, paediatric, oncology, geriatric, palliative care and rehabilitation, and mental health care, as well as primary health care services with a focus on community health promotion and chronic disease management.

With a commitment for ongoing upgrades to our facilities and the introduction of new services, our priority is delivering exceptional health and wellbeing services that enhance the quality of life for our community.

Our 300-plus Allied Health professionals play an integral role in multidisciplinary teams delivering outstanding care to patients across our acute, subacute and hospital avoidance services.

At NALHN Everyone Has a Story, Everyone Matters, Everyone Contributes and Everyone Grows.

At NALHN, we have a strong commitment to providing a clinically interesting professional experience, with structured and supportive education and professional development, and career progression pathways.

Some feedback from current employees about working as Allied Health Professionals in NALHN includes:

“My favourite part about working in NALHN is the close working relationships we have across Allied Health to optimise patient care.”

“I feel like I’m part of a growing and developing service.”

“I love the great team dynamic and the culture of learning and support.”

Our Local Health Network Sites and Services:

NALHN provides a range of hospital (inpatient), outpatient, community and home-based services across multiple sites in Adelaide’s north and north-eastern suburbs, including Aboriginal health, mental health, and GP services.

Lyell McEwin Hospital–the major hospital in northern Adelaide for emergency care, complex and multi-day surgery, medicine, obstetric, paediatrics and outpatient services.

Modbury Hospital–a general hospital with emergency care, elective surgery, medicine, outpatient and sub-acute services, rehabilitation, geriatric and palliative care.

Mental Health Services–adult and older persons mental health services and statewide forensic mental health services, across hospital and community settings.

Watto Purrunna Aboriginal Primary Health Care Services–provides culturally responsive primary healthcare services for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people in-hospital and across four community sites.

Primary Health Care Services–including GP Plus sites at Elizabeth, Modbury and Gilles Plains.

Benefits of working at NALHN:

From salary packaging to flexible working arrangements, a large range of opportunities for movement and career progression, you’ll find there are lots of benefits of working with Northern Adelaide Local Health Network.

Incremental wage increases in-line with the Allied Health Professionals, Assistants and Psychologists Enterprise Agreement 2025

Access to experienced clinicians across a broad range of expertise, who are supportive of collegial sharing of skills and knowledge in different therapies and client presentations.

Salary packaging is an option for saving money by paying for some of your everyday expenses from your salary before it is taxed.

Relocation assistance may be available for successful applicants from interstate or overseas.

NALHN supports and fosters a culture in which employees feel they belong and feel safe at work. The culture aims to encourage all people to use their talents and to be valued and rewarded for their contributions.

In addition to this, other benefits of working as a Senior Psychologist in NALHN include:

• professional development opportunities. We have a well-established Allied Health Education unit which offers high-quality, targeted in-house training, and under the current enterprise agreement staff are also eligible for a Professional Development Allowance and entitled to claim reimbursement of eligible professional development expenses to allow you to continue to build upon your professional foundations
• opportunities to participate in research. NALHN have an Allied Health Research Chair, who is able to work with clinicians and teams to support clinical research
• regular clinical supervision, allowing you to receive individualised support, learning and development to help you achieve your career goals

SA Health is committed to providing an inclusive workplace that embraces diversity and inclusion for all employees. We strongly encourage applications from people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, culturally diverse backgrounds, members of the LGBTIQA+SB community and people who live with disability and/or neurodivergence.

We are committed to making workplace adjustments to provide a positive and supportive work environment. You are encouraged to let us know if have any support or access requirements during the recruitment process and beyond to ensure you can perform at your best.

The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working including part-time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.

Appointment will be subject to a satisfactory Criminal History Check.

Check(s):

• DHS Working With Children Check (WWCC)
• National Police Check (National Police Certificate) for vulnerable person-related employment – apply to any of the accredited bodies approved to offer a service direct to the public. Accreditation is provided by the Australian Criminal Intelligence Commission. See our National Police Certificate accredited bodies page for links to lodge screening requests.

Immunisation Risk for this position is–Category A (direct contact with blood or body substances)

SA Health Services are required to implement the Addressing vaccine preventable disease: Occupational assessment, screening and vaccination policy in the workplace.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants are encouraged to apply. Job Ref: 951226

Enquiries:

Jonathon Loader

Senior Manager - Gordon McKay Child Development Unit

Phone: 0479 187 512

E-mail: [email protected]

Application Closing Date:

23 October 2026 – 11.55PM

Role Description and Further Information:

951226 - Senior Psychologist - Women & Children's - AHP3 - Role Description.pdf

* Refer to the SA Health Career Website – How to apply for further information.

Advertised: 09 Oct 2026 Cen. Australia Daylight Time

Applications close: 23 Oct 2026 Cen. Australia Daylight Time

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Occupational Therapist - Paediatric Rotation

Job no: 952623

Work type: Full time

Location: Adelaide Metro Northern

Categories: Allied and Scientific Health

• Northern Adelaide Local Health Network – Lyell McEwin Hospital – ELIZABETH VALE SA 5112
• Salary: $73,710 - $89,981 p.a. plus Superannuation and Salary Sacrifice benefits – AHP1
• Temporary Full-Time – up to 5 November 2027

About the Role:

Northern Adelaide Local Health Network (NALHN) is eager to recruit an Occupational Therapist to work in our dynamic, growing and supportive team, to help us deliver exceptional care to our community.

Lyell McEwin Hospital is one of South Australia's busiest public hospitals, and its paediatric services are at the heart of care for families across Adelaide's northern suburbs. If you're an Occupational Therapist ready to deepen your paediatric expertise within a supportive, multidisciplinary public health environment, this fixed-term opportunity offers genuine clinical breadth and professional growth.

What You'll Be Doing

• Delivering evidence-based OT assessment and intervention for paediatric patients across inpatient and outpatient settings at Lyell McEwin Health Service
• Collaborating with a multidisciplinary team including medical, nursing, and allied health colleagues to develop and implement individualised care plans
• Engaging with children, families, and carers to support functional goals across developmental, sensory, and participation domains
• Contributing to service improvement, student supervision, and clinical education within the Northern Adelaide Local Health Network (NALHN)

What You'll Bring

• Demonstrated clinical experience in paediatric OT practice, including assessment and therapeutic intervention
• Ability to work effectively within a fast-moving public hospital environment, managing a varied caseload with appropriate prioritisation
• Strong communication skills when working with children, families, and interdisciplinary teams
• Commitment to culturally safe, family-centred practice aligned with SA Health's values of integrity, respect, and care

To be eligible for this position, you must have an appropriate Degree or equivalent qualification which entitles registration as an Occupational Therapist with the Occupational Therapy Board of Australia.

About You:

This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to a passionate, highly driven, dedicated and progressive team.

About Us:

The Northern Adelaide Local Health Network (NALHN) is a leading provider of public healthcare services in South Australia, and one of the largest employers in northern Adelaide.

NALHN serves over 400,000 people in northern Adelaide with a comprehensive range of high-quality healthcare services, including emergency, surgical, obstetric, neonatal, paediatric, oncology, geriatric, palliative care and rehabilitation, and mental health care, as well as primary health care services with a focus on community health promotion and chronic disease management.

With a commitment for ongoing upgrades to our facilities and the introduction of new services, our priority is delivering exceptional health and wellbeing services that enhance the quality of life for our community.

Our 300-plus Allied Health professionals play an integral role in multidisciplinary teams delivering outstanding care to patients across our acute, subacute and hospital avoidance services.

At NALHN Everyone Has a Story, Everyone Matters, Everyone Contributes and Everyone Grows.

At NALHN, we have a strong commitment to providing a clinically interesting professional experience, with structured and supportive education and professional development, and career progression pathways.

Some feedback from current employees about working as Allied Health Professionals in NALHN includes:

“My favourite part about working in NALHN is the close working relationships we have across Allied Health to optimise patient care.”

“I feel like I’m part of a growing and developing service.”

“I love the great team dynamic and the culture of learning and support.”

Our Local Health Network Sites and Services:

NALHN provides a range of hospital (inpatient), outpatient, community and home-based services across multiple sites in Adelaide’s north and north-eastern suburbs, including Aboriginal health, mental health, and GP services.

Lyell McEwin Hospital–the major hospital in northern Adelaide for emergency care, complex and multi-day surgery, medicine, obstetric, paediatrics and outpatient services.

Modbury Hospital–a general hospital with emergency care, elective surgery, medicine, outpatient and sub-acute services, rehabilitation, geriatric and palliative care.

Mental Health Services–adult and older persons mental health services and statewide forensic mental health services, across hospital and community settings.

Watto Purrunna Aboriginal Primary Health Care Services–provides culturally responsive primary healthcare services for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people in-hospital and across four community sites.

Primary Health Care Services–including GP Plus sites at Elizabeth, Modbury and Gilles Plains.

Benefits of working at NALHN:

From salary packaging to flexible working arrangements, a large range of opportunities for movement and career progression, you’ll find there are lots of benefits of working with Northern Adelaide Local Health Network.

Incremental wage increases in-line with the Allied Health Professionals, Assistants and Psychologists Enterprise Agreement 2025

Access to experienced clinicians across a broad range of expertise, who are supportive of collegial sharing of skills and knowledge in different therapies and client presentations.

Salary packaging is an option for saving money by paying for some of your everyday expenses from your salary before it is taxed.

Relocation assistance may be available for successful applicants from interstate or overseas.

NALHN supports and fosters a culture in which employees feel they belong and feel safe at work. The culture aims to encourage all people to use their talents and to be valued and rewarded for their contributions.

In addition to this, other benefits of working as an Occupational Therapist in NALHN include:

• professional development opportunities. We have a well-established Allied Health Education unit which offers high-quality, targeted in-house training, and under the current enterprise agreement staff are also eligible for a Professional Development Allowance and entitled to claim reimbursement of eligible professional development expenses to allow you to continue to build upon your professional foundations
• opportunities to participate in research. NALHN have an Allied Health Research Chair, who is able to work with clinicians and teams to support clinical research
• regular clinical supervision, allowing you to receive individualised support, learning and development to help you achieve your career goals

SA Health is committed to providing an inclusive workplace that embraces diversity and inclusion for all employees. We strongly encourage applications from people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, culturally diverse backgrounds, members of the LGBTIQA+SB community and people who live with disability and/or neurodivergence.

We are committed to making workplace adjustments to provide a positive and supportive work environment. You are encouraged to let us know if have any support or access requirements during the recruitment process and beyond to ensure you can perform at your best.

The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working including part-time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.

Appointment will be subject to a satisfactory Criminal History Check.

Check(s):

• DHS Working With Children Check (WWCC)
• National Police Check (National Police Certificate) for vulnerable person-related employment – apply to any of the accredited bodies approved to offer a service direct to the public. Accreditation is provided by the Australian Criminal Intelligence Commission. See our National Police Certificate accredited bodies page for links to lodge screening requests.

Immunisation Risk for this position is–Category A (direct contact with blood or body substances)

SA Health Services are required to implement the Addressing vaccine preventable disease: Occupational assessment, screening and vaccination policy in the workplace.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants are encouraged to apply. Job Ref: 952623

Enquiries:

Allied Health Facilitator, Division of Allied Health

Phone: (08) 8182 9379

E-mail: [email protected]

Application Closing Date:

23 October 2026 – 11.55PM

Role Description and Further Information:

952623 - Occupational Therapist, Paediatric Rotation - Allied Health - AHP1 - Role Description.pdf

* Refer to the SA Health Career Website – How to apply for further information.

Advertised: 09 Oct 2026 Cen. Australia Daylight Time

Applications close: 23 Oct 2026 Cen. Australia Daylight Time

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Occupational Therapist - Northern Adelaide Rehabilitation Service

Job no: 951890

Work type: Full time

Location: Adelaide Metro Northern

Categories: Allied and Scientific Health

• Northern Adelaide Local Health Network – Modbury Hospital – MODBURY SA 5092
• Salary: $73,710 - $89,981 p.a. plus Superannuation and Salary Sacrifice benefits - AHP1 $94,997 - $110,052 p.a. plus Superannuation and Salary Sacrifice benefits - AHP2
• Ongoing Full-Time

About the Role:

Northern Adelaide Local Health Network (NALHN) is eager to recruit an Occupational Therapist to work in our dynamic, growing and supportive team, to help us deliver exceptional care to our community.

The Northern Adelaide Rehabilitation Service at Modbury Hospital is a well-regarded inpatient and community rehabilitation team delivering meaningful outcomes for people across the northern Adelaide region. If you're an Occupational Therapist ready to apply your clinical skills within a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment, this ongoing full-time role offers exactly that opportunity.

What You'll Be Doing

Based at Modbury Hospital within the Northern Adelaide Local Health Network (NALHN), you'll work as an integral part of the rehabilitation team to support patients in regaining function and independence. Your responsibilities will include:

• Conducting comprehensive occupational therapy assessments for rehabilitation clients representing with neurological, orthopaedic, amputee and reconditioning conditions
• Developing and implementing evidence-based, goal-directed treatment plans in collaboration with patients, carers, and the multidisciplinary team
• Facilitating discharge planning including home assessments, equipment prescription, minor home modifications and community referrals
• Contributing to service improvement initiatives and supporting junior staff and students within the team

What You'll Bring

• Degree in Occupational Therapy and current AHPRA registration
• Demonstrated experience in a rehabilitation, acute, or related clinical setting
• Strong skills in functional assessment, equipment prescription, and discharge planning
• Ability to manage a complex caseload with sound clinical reasoning and prioritisation skills
• Effective communication and a genuine commitment to patient-centred care
• Alignment with NALHN's values of respect, integrity, and accountability in public health delivery

To be eligible for this position, you must Appropriate Degree or equivalent qualification which entitles registration as an Occupational Therapist with the Occupational Therapy Board of Australia.

About You:

This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to a passionate, highly driven, dedicated and progressive team.

About Us:

The Northern Adelaide Local Health Network (NALHN) is a leading provider of public healthcare services in South Australia, and one of the largest employers in northern Adelaide.

NALHN serves over 400,000 people in northern Adelaide with a comprehensive range of high-quality healthcare services, including emergency, surgical, obstetric, neonatal, paediatric, oncology, geriatric, palliative care and rehabilitation, and mental health care, as well as primary health care services with a focus on community health promotion and chronic disease management.

With a commitment for ongoing upgrades to our facilities and the introduction of new services, our priority is delivering exceptional health and wellbeing services that enhance the quality of life for our community.

Our 300-plus Allied Health professionals play an integral role in multidisciplinary teams delivering outstanding care to patients across our acute, subacute and hospital avoidance services.

At NALHN Everyone Has a Story, Everyone Matters, Everyone Contributes and Everyone Grows.

At NALHN, we have a strong commitment to providing a clinically interesting professional experience, with structured and supportive education and professional development, and career progression pathways.

Some feedback from current employees about working as Allied Health Professionals in NALHN includes:

“My favourite part about working in NALHN is the close working relationships we have across Allied Health to optimise patient care.”

“I feel like I’m part of a growing and developing service.”

“I love the great team dynamic and the culture of learning and support.”

Our Local Health Network Sites and Services:

NALHN provides a range of hospital (inpatient), outpatient, community and home-based services across multiple sites in Adelaide’s north and north-eastern suburbs, including Aboriginal health, mental health, and GP services.

Lyell McEwin Hospital–the major hospital in northern Adelaide for emergency care, complex and multi-day surgery, medicine, obstetric, paediatrics and outpatient services.

Modbury Hospital–a general hospital with emergency care, elective surgery, medicine, outpatient and sub-acute services, rehabilitation, geriatric and palliative care.

Mental Health Services–adult and older persons mental health services and statewide forensic mental health services, across hospital and community settings.

Watto Purrunna Aboriginal Primary Health Care Services–provides culturally responsive primary healthcare services for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people in-hospital and across four community sites.

Primary Health Care Services–including GP Plus sites at Elizabeth, Modbury and Gilles Plains.

Benefits of working at NALHN:

From salary packaging to flexible working arrangements, a large range of opportunities for movement and career progression, you’ll find there are lots of benefits of working with Northern Adelaide Local Health Network.

Incremental wage increases in-line with the Allied Health Professionals, Assistants and Psychologists Enterprise Agreement 2025

Access to experienced clinicians across a broad range of expertise, who are supportive of collegial sharing of skills and knowledge in different therapies and client presentations.

Salary packaging is an option for saving money by paying for some of your everyday expenses from your salary before it is taxed.

Relocation assistance may be available for successful applicants from interstate or overseas.

NALHN supports and fosters a culture in which employees feel they belong and feel safe at work. The culture aims to encourage all people to use their talents and to be valued and rewarded for their contributions.

In addition to this, other benefits of working as an Occupational Therapist in NALHN include:

• professional development opportunities. We have a well-established Allied Health Education unit which offers high-quality, targeted in-house training, and under the current enterprise agreement staff are also eligible for a Professional Development Allowance and entitled to claim reimbursement of eligible professional development expenses to allow you to continue to build upon your professional foundations
• opportunities to participate in research. NALHN have an Allied Health Research Chair, who is able to work with clinicians and teams to support clinical research
• regular clinical supervision, allowing you to receive individualised support, learning and development to help you achieve your career goals

SA Health is committed to providing an inclusive workplace that embraces diversity and inclusion for all employees. We strongly encourage applications from people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, culturally diverse backgrounds, members of the LGBTIQA+SB community and people who live with disability and/or neurodivergence.

We are committed to making workplace adjustments to provide a positive and supportive work environment. You are encouraged to let us know if have any support or access requirements during the recruitment process and beyond to ensure you can perform at your best.

The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working including part-time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.

Appointment will be subject to a satisfactory Criminal History Check.

Check(s):

• DHS Working With Children Check (WWCC)
• National Police Check (National Police Certificate) for aged care sector screening – apply to any of the accredited bodies approved to offer a service direct to the public. Accreditation is provided by the Australian Criminal Intelligence Commission. See our National Police Certificate accredited bodies page for links to lodge screening requests.

Immunisation Risk for this position is–Category A (direct contact with blood or body substances)

SA Health Services are required to implement the Addressing vaccine preventable disease: Occupational assessment, screening and vaccination policy in the workplace.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants are encouraged to apply. Job Ref: 951890

Enquiries:

Office of Aged Care, Rehabilitation and Palliative Care

Phone: (08) 7321 4232

E-mail: [email protected]

Application Closing Date:

23 October 2026 – 11.55PM

Role Description and Further Information:

951890 - Occupational Therapist, NARS - ACRPC - AHP1 - Role Description.pdf

951890 - Occupational Therapist, NARS - ACRPC - AHP2 - Role Description.pdf

* Refer to the SA Health Career Website – How to apply for further information.

Advertised: 09 Oct 2026 Cen. Australia Daylight Time

Applications close: 23 Oct 2026 Cen. Australia Daylight Time

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Start your nursing career where care, connection and recovery come first.

Employment Type: Permanent Full-time, Part Time and Casual Opportunities

Position Classification: Assist In Nursing

Remuneration: $32.85 - $36.04 per hour + 12% Superannuation + Salary packaging

Hours Per Week: 38

Requisition ID: REQ698363

Location:Tamworth

Closing Date: Monday 19th October 2026

About the Opportunity

An exciting opportunity is available for an Undergraduate Assistant in Nursing (AIN) to join the team at the new Tamworth Mental Health Unit, servicing the New England North West region.

This brand-new, purpose-built facility features 37 inpatient beds, including:

• 20 adult mental health beds
• 5 high-acuity beds
• 4 beds for younger people
• 8 older persons mental health beds

The Tamworth Mental Health Unit delivers contemporary, recovery-oriented care within a modern therapeutic environment designed to support consumers, families and staff.

Care is provided by a highly skilled multidisciplinary team, incorporating medical, nursing, psychology, occupational therapy, social work and allied health professionals. Consumers are encouraged to participate in a structured therapeutic program focused on engagement, social connection, education, skill development and improving both mental and physical wellbeing. As an Undergraduate AIN, you’ll have the opportunity to gain valuable hands-on experience within a specialist mental health setting while building your clinical skills and confidence alongside experienced clinicians. From day one, you’ll be supported through a comprehensive orientation program, regular in-service education and access to ongoing professional development, supervision and mentoring.

What You Will Be Doing

As an Assistant in Nursing, you will support Registered Nurses and Enrolled Nurses to deliver safe, person-centred and recovery-focused care to consumers within the inpatient mental health setting.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Assisting consumers with activities of daily living, including personal care, nutrition, mobility and comfort.
• Undertaking delegated consumer observations and reporting changes in behaviour, mental state or physical health.
• Supporting consumers to participate in therapeutic, recreational and group activities.
• Assisting with routine clinical tasks within your scope of practice.
• Maintaining a safe and supportive ward environment.
• Accurately documenting delegated care and observations.
• Communicating effectively with nursing staff and the multidisciplinary team to support continuity of care.

This role works within a clearly defined scope of practice under the delegation and supervision of a Registered Nurse and reports to the Nurse Unit Manager through the Registered Nurse in Charge.

This is an excellent opportunity to gain practical experience in mental health nursing while working in a supportive, learning-focused environment.

About You

We are seeking enthusiastic and reliable undergraduate nursing students who are passionate about mental health and eager to build their clinical skills.

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Current enrolment in a Bachelor of Nursing program.
• Successful completion of first year and first semester/trimester of second year of an undergraduate nursing degree.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• A person-centred and compassionate approach to care.
• The ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.
• Reliability, accountability and a positive attitude.
• A willingness to learn and contribute to a supportive team environment.
• An interest in developing knowledge and experience in mental health nursing.

This position offers an excellent opportunity to develop practical skills, gain exposure to specialist mental health care and begin building a rewarding career in nursing within a modern, supportive and multidisciplinary environment.

What we can offer you:

✅ Opportunities for ongoing learning and professional development

✅ Sustainable Healthcare: Together towards zero

✅ Monthly Allocated Days Off (for full-time employees)

✅ 4 weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part time employees)

✅ Paid parental leave (for eligible employees) - giving you the opportunity for true Worklife balance

✅ Salary packaging options - up to $11,600 plus novated leasing

✅ Fitness Passport for health and well-being - discounted gym options for you and your family

✅ Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members

✅ The Welcome Experience helps you and your family connect with local people and resources, making it easier to settle in and feel at home in your new community. Learn more at www.nsw.gov.au/welcomeexperience

Additional Information

To be eligible for permanent employment in this position you must be an Australian Citizen, or a permanent resident of Australia, or a New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand Passport. Employment of a temporary visa holder may only occur if no suitable local candidate is identified for the position; in this instance, you may only be offered employment in line with the conditions and expiry date of your visa.

We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position.

An eligibility list will be created for future permanent full or part time and temporary full or part time vacancies.

Hunter New England Health is dedicated to fostering a child-safe environment that respects and upholds the rights of children and young people, aligned with NSW Health’s commitment to implementing the Child Safe Standards. We aim to ensure that children and young people feel safe, supported, and included in their care. All current and prospective staff are expected to prioritise the safety, welfare, and well-being of children and young people, actively working to protect them from harm and abuse.

At Hunter New England Local Health District, we are an inclusive employer dedicated to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and welcoming workplace. Our commitment to a workforce that reflects the community we care for is essential for delivering the highest quality healthcare to our community. We encourage people with diverse lived experiences to apply. If you require any accommodations or adjustments to the recruitment process please let us know when you apply or at any stage of the process. We will work with you to meet your needs and create the best possible experience. Please contact [email protected] for confidential support.

Need more information?

1) Click here for the Position Description

2) Find out more about applying for this position

For role related queries or questions contact Priscilla Zifodya on [email protected]

Information for Applicants:

Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria contained within the position description (link below).For assistance addressing selection criteria visit: https://bit.ly/3vL5fq2

Stepping Up Websiteis a resource designed to help indigenous job applicants apply for positions in NSW Health. For more information, please visit: https://bit.ly/HNEHealthSteppingUp

This is a Category A position. Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance withNSW Health policy directive PD2024_015: Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseasesfor Category A positions prior to offer.All new employees must agree to comply with the requirements outlined in the policy.

Salary Packaging:is beneficial to most Hunter New England Health employees and may increase your take-home pay! Salary package a range of personal expenses including novated motor vehicle leases, relocation expenses, and HECS/HELP debt. Find out more by contacting SalaryPackagingPLUS! via [email protected] or 1300 40 25 23.

Hunter New England Health employees may be eligible for a range ofbenefitssuch as allocated days off (ADO) for full time employees, long service leave, paid maternity leave, and salary packaging options including meal expenses.

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Pharmacist - Pt Pirie

Job no: 952532

Work type: Part time

Location: Yorke and Mid North

Categories: Allied and Scientific Health, Medical, Public Health

Yorke and Northern Local Health Network

Statewide – SA Pharmacy

• SA Pharmacy - Port Pirie Hospital SA 5540
• Salary AHP-2 $94,997 - $110,052 p.a.+ Superannuation & Salary Sacrifice Benefits
• Regional Incentive Payment for up to 5 years
• Temporary up to 31/7/27 and part-time working 18.75 hours per week

About the role

Join our pharmacy team in Port Pirie and make a meaningful difference to patient care through high quality, comprehensive medication management. As a Pharmacist, you will provide professional, dispensing, clinical, production and counselling services for inpatients and outpatients, helping optimise drug therapy and achieve safe, effective and cost efficient use of medicines.

Working as part of a collaborative multidisciplinary team, you will provide trusted medication and therapeutic advice to medical, nursing and other health professionals. You will contribute your expertise across a diverse range of pharmacy services while working within hospital and departmental policies, SA Health guidelines and State and Federal legislation.

About You

You are a motivated pharmacist who enjoys working collaboratively, delivering excellent patient care and contributing to safe and effective medication management.

• Bachelor of Pharmacy and Pharmacy Board registration
• Provide clinical, dispensing and medicines information services
• Build strong relationships across multidisciplinary teams
• Apply sound judgement, accuracy and attention to detail
• Bring initiative, adaptability and a patient-focused approach

About us

Statewide Clinical Support Services(SCSS) is a unique public healthcare organisation that serves health consumers and provides specialist clinical services to the health system in South Australia. SCSS encompasses BreastScreen SA, SA Dental, SA Medical Imaging, SA Pathology, and SA Pharmacy. Come and work with us to improve the health and well-being of South Australians, across all age groups and at any time of their life or health need.

What we offer

• Salary Benefits: Enjoy flexible salary packaging options, including up to $9,010 each FBT year for living expenses (such as mortgage, rent, utilities and groceries) plus an additional $2,650 for meal and entertainment expenses.
• Professional Development: Opportunity to apply for reimbursement of eligible professional development activities, and access to dedicated leave for ongoing learning.
• Annual Leave: Enjoy paid recreation leave for essential rejuvenation, with leave loading applied.
• Health and Fitness Benefits:Access to Fitness Passport, a discounted workplace health and fitness program for you and your family, plus an annual voluntary flu vaccination to support your wellbeing.
• Employee Assistance Program: Confidential counselling and support services for you and your family via our Employee Assistance Program.

• Regional Incentive Payment: Rewarding your impact in regional communities with an annual payment of up to $1,765 for eligible MMM4 locations, in accordance with the Allied Health Professionals, Assistants and Psychologists Enterprise Agreement 2025.

Diversity and inclusion:

Statewide supports and fosters a culture in which employees feel they belong and feel safe at work. The culture aims to encourage all people to use their talents and to be valued and rewarded for their contributions.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants are encouraged to apply.

Application Information:

• Please refer to the role description for essential educational/vocational qualifications that may be required.
• Appointment will be subject to a satisfactory Criminal History Check and compliant Immunisation screening as indicated in the role description.
• SA Health Services are required to implement the Addressing vaccine preventable disease: Occupational assessment, screening and vaccination policy in the workplace.

Please note that unsolicited applications from recruitment agencies or third parties will not be accepted for this position.

Job ref: 952845

Enquiries to:

SA Pharmacy Admin

Application Closing Date

11:55 pm Friday 16 October 2026

Attachments

952532 Rd Pharmacist - Pt Pirie.pdf

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Advertised: 08 Oct 2026 Cen. Australia Daylight Time

Applications close: 16 Oct 2026 Cen. Australia Daylight Time

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