At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide assessment and treatment for paediatric clients, collaborating in a multidisciplinary team.
- Company: Join the Far West Local Health District, dedicated to rural and remote healthcare excellence.
- Benefits: Enjoy 5 weeks annual leave, salary packaging, and professional development opportunities.
- Other info: Experience the vibrant culture and lifestyle of Broken Hill while advancing your career.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on children's lives in a supportive community.
- Qualifications: Must be a qualified Occupational Therapist with experience in paediatrics.
The predicted salary is between 121568 - 125507 $ per year.
Employment Type: Permanent Full Time
Position Classification: Occupational Therapist Level 3
Remuneration: $121,568 - $125,507 + superannuation
Hours Per Week: 38
Location: Broken Hill
Broken Hill truly is a town like no other with a supportive community that will welcome you with open arms. Great opportunity to join a supportive team and where you can make a real impact in providing the best patient experience.
What you'll be doing:
The Senior Clinical Occupational Therapist position is responsible for providing assessment and treatment primarily to the Paediatric services - clients from birth to 18 years of age (including Primary Health Care), however at times adult services may be required on outreach or during times of low staffing. The Broken Hill Health Allied Health Service utilises a collaborative practice model in a multidisciplinary team. Outreach and telehealth services may also be components of services that will be required.
What is on offer:
- 5 weeks paid annual leave per year
- 12 paid ADOs per year
- Salary packaging (pay less tax) and enjoy up to $9k for living expenses + $2.6k meal & entertainment
- Novated leasing
- Corporate rates at local gym (YMCA)
- Professional development through frequent online and face-to-face learning opportunities
About the Far West LHD:
The Far West Local Health District is one of 15 LHDs under NSW Health, providing high quality public health services to the communities in far west NSW. Our vision is to create excellence in rural and remote healthcare. Key to our success of course, is our people. Our workforce is inclusive and diverse.
About Broken Hill:
A true "Oasis in the Outback", Broken Hill is a thriving regional town in far west NSW full of diversity, history and character. Being Australia's first city to be Nationally Heritage Listed, Broken Hill is a culturally rich town with a vibrant art scene with over 20 galleries! The unique attractions, festivals and beautiful natural landscapes see tourists flock from all over, but the ones who stay quickly fall in love with the place and its liveability.
Applications Close: 3 November 2026
Empower, listen and act together. Together, we can make a positive difference in the lives of all children, young people and families within our community to keep them safe from harm and to empower children's voices. At Far West Local Health District we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, where we don't just accept differences, but we honour and support it.
Senior Paediatric Occupational Therapist in Broken Hill employer: Far West Local Health District
The Far West Local Health District is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and inclusive work culture that empowers staff to deliver outstanding healthcare in rural and remote areas. With generous benefits such as salary packaging, professional development opportunities, and a welcoming community in Broken Hill, employees can enjoy a fulfilling career while experiencing the unique lifestyle of country living. Join us to make a meaningful impact on health outcomes and grow your career in a vibrant and culturally rich environment.
Contact Details:
Far West Local Health District Recruitment Team
