At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide advanced clinical care and lead service delivery in a collaborative team.
- Company: Join CALHN, a respected community of Occupational Therapists in Adelaide.
- Benefits: Salary packaging, professional development, flexible work options, and wellness programs.
- Other info: Diversity and inclusion are at our core; we welcome all applicants.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on clients while advancing your career in a supportive environment.
- Qualifications: Recognised OT qualification, AHPRA registration, and extensive clinical experience.
The predicted salary is between 120284 - 120284 $ per year.
Job no: 941880
Work type: Full time
Location: Adelaide CBD
Categories: Allied and Scientific Health
Central Adelaide Local Health Network (CALHN)
Acute Sites - The Royal Adelaide Hospital and The Queen Elizabeth Hospital
Salary AHP-3 $112,139 - $120,284 p.a. + super + salary packaging
Permanent full-time; part-time will also be considered
Why Occupational Therapists choose CALHN:
- Join a respected OT community that learns, leads and grows together
- Expand your skills across diverse and complex clinical areas
- Influence practice through leadership, education and quality improvement
- Work with multidisciplinary teams that value your expertise
- Access real career development opportunities across CALHN
About the Role
As a Senior Occupational Therapist, you'll provide advanced clinical care, lead service delivery and support the development of staff within a collaborative multidisciplinary team. This is an opportunity to influence practice, build capability and improve outcomes for clients and communities.
- Deliver expert OT services across complex caseloads
- Lead daily service priorities and clinical practice
- Supervise, mentor and support staff and students
- Drive quality improvement and service development
- Partner with multidisciplinary teams to achieve great outcomes
About You
You are an experienced Occupational Therapist who combines clinical expertise with strong leadership and a commitment to person-centred care.
- Hold a recognised OT qualification and AHPRA registration
- Bring extensive experience across acute, rehab and/or community settings
- Apply advanced clinical reasoning to complex presentations
- Lead, support and develop staff and students
- Use evidence-based practice to improve care and outcomes
Why You'll Love It Here - CALHN benefits that matter
- Boost your take-home pay – salary packaging up to $9,010 for living expenses + $2,650 for meals & entertainment + pre-tax super & novated lease options
- Grow and develop – professional development allowance and pathways
- Clinical collaboration – strong multidisciplinary support and shared expertise
- Progress your career – recognition and opportunities across CALHN
- Balance your life – flexible work options available
- Stay well – Leave loading, fitness discounts and flu vaccinations
- Feel supported – Employee Assistance Program for you and family
- Relocate with ease – up to $10,000 for eligible applicants
Diversity & Inclusion
We'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 role description for essential educational/vocational qualifications that may be required 941880 RD Senior Occupational Therapist.pdf
Appointment will be subject to satisfactory Criminal History Clearances and compliant immunisation screening as indicated in the role description.
Curious about this role? Connect with Lauren Gee, Manager
Phone: 0403 659 235
E-mail:
Applications close: 11:55 pm, Wednesday 26 August 2026
Job Ref: 941880
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