Occupational Therapist - TCP

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• Flinders and Upper North Local Health Network – Whyalla
• AHP2 | Full Time | Ongoing
• Base

Salary Range

$94,997 - $110,052 p.a

Join us as an Occupational Therapist and support individuals to achieve greater independence and wellbeing!

Discover the Flinders and Upper North – Where Lifestyle Meets Opportunity

Imagine living where your commute is short, your weekends are long, and your backyard is filled with breathtaking landscapes. The Flinders and Upper North region offers a lifestyle that blends career growth with endless adventure.

Here, you’ll have more time for what matters most - whether that’s exploring the rugged beauty of the Flinders Ranges, enjoying time on the water, connecting with friends, or simply embracing the serenity of regional living. With access to quality public and private schools, plus tertiary education options, this is an ideal place to raise a family and build a future.

Your Career. Your Impact

When you join us, you’re not just taking a job - you’re becoming part of a supportive, welcoming team committed to improving the health and wellbeing of our communities. You’ll work across discipline-specific and multi-disciplinary teams, gaining experience in diverse settings that challenge and inspire you. We invest in your future through continuing education and professional development opportunities, so you can grow your skills and advance your career - all while making a real difference in the lives of people in our region.

Make the move. Discover a region where life is simpler, opportunities are greater, and community matters. Come and Discover FUNLHN [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Sc5uurPYJXA] - Living and Working in Whyalla [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IG4O7hUjDpg]

To learn more about working with the Flinders and Upper North Local Health Network, including its services and facilities, visit: Working at the FUNLHN [https://www.sahealth.sa.gov.au/wps/wcm/connect/Public%20Content/SA%20Health%20Internet/Careers/Working%20for%20SA%20Health/Our%20services/Working%20at%20FUNLHN/Working%20at%20Flinders%20and%20Upper%20North%20Local%20Health%20Network]

Our Benefits

• Financial
• Incentive: You may be eligible for Regional and Locality allowance (where applicable) and salary packaging [https://www.smartsalary.com.au/] to increase your take‑home pay.
• Grow
• Your
• Career: Access to professional development, clinical supervision, and support for new graduates, including the Transition to Professional Practice Program for Allied Health Professionals (AHPs) | SA Health [https://www.sahealth.sa.gov.au/wps/wcm/connect/public+content/sa+health+internet/careers/working+for+sa+health/our+services/working+in+regional+sa/transition+to+professional+practice+program+for+allied+health+professionals].
• Work-life
• Balance: Flexible working arrangements to support your lifestyle and personal commitments.
• Prioritise
• Your
• Wellbeing: Enjoy Fitness Passport [https://portal.fitnesspassport.com.au/FUNLS] discounts for you and your family, annual flu vaccinations, and access to confidential counselling through our Employee Assistance Program.
• Relocation
• Support: Up to $13,000 reimbursement may be available for those relocating. Learn more a SA Health Careers - Relocation support [https://aus01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.sahealth.sa.gov.au%2Fwps%2Fwcm%2Fconnect%2Fpublic%2Bcontent%2Fsa%2Bhealth%2Binternet%2Fcareers%2Fworking%2Bfor%2Bsa%2Bhealth%2Four%2Bbenefits%2Frelocation%2Bsupport&data=05%7C01%7CEmmanuele.Cirillo%40sa.gov.au%7C18d3028d50cd48f2462d08dbb2799fe7%7Cbda528f7fca9432fbc98bd7e90d40906%7C1%7C0%7C638300007679569025%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C3000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=Y1zKcgABuewu6Uh0vCdZRkoHH5bXRCtIUyBTpGA2kxg%3D&reserved=0].

About the Role

You will deliver comprehensive and integrated services that support the needs of the local community. Working within a multidisciplinary team, you will provide preventative, early intervention, therapeutic and evaluative services across a range of settings. You will apply professional expertise with increasing autonomy while contributing to service delivery, workload management and support for less experienced staff and students.

Learn more about our Allied Health [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2MHqABA6ULU] workforce!

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About You

• Hold a recognised Occupational Therapy qualification and meet all professional registration or membership requirements.
• Ability to apply professional judgement and deliver a broad range of clinical services across varied settings.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage workload and support team priorities.
• Commitment to collaborative practice, continuous learning and quality service delivery.

Want To Know More? Contact

Selina Ashton - Team Leader Nursing OOHS FUNLHN, 0468 660 117, selina.ashton@sa.gov.au [selina.ashton@sa.gov.au]

Applicant Information

• Please refer to the role descriptions below for more detailed information on the position, responsibilities, and qualifications.
• Appointment will be subject to a satisfactory Criminal History Check and Immunisation compliance [https://www.sahealth.sa.gov.au/wps/wcm/connect/Public+Content/SA+Health+Internet/Clinical+Resources/Clinical+Programs+and+Practice+Guidelines/Immunisation+for+health+professionals/Health+care+worker+immunisation+and+screening+requirements] as indicated on the Role description.
• 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.

Refer to the SA Health Career Website How to Apply [https://www.sahealth.sa.gov.au/wps/wcm/connect/public+content/sa+health+internet/careers/how+to+apply/how+to+apply] for further information.

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Application

Closing Date

Saturday 27th June 2026 - 11:55PM