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• Central Adelaide Local Health Network, Hampstead
• Salary AHP3 $104,180 to $111,746 pa + Superannuation + Salary Sacrifice
• Full Time Ongoing position available

Join Our Innovative Team!

CALHN’s CO-ACT initiative (Care of the Older Person and Community Transition) is transforming the way we support older adults as they move from acute to ongoing care. This is your opportunity to join a dynamic multidisciplinary team dedicated to improving patient outcomes.

The CO-ACT team is setting new benchmarks in aged care through collaboration, innovation, and excellence. Your expertise will play a pivotal role in shaping a progressive model of care within a supportive and forward-thinking environment.

If you are passionate about providing exceptional care and services to older persons and want to enjoy the benefits of working in the public sector, join us today!

About the Role

As a Senior Occupational Therapist within the CO-ACT team at Central Adelaide Local Health Network (CALHN), you will play a pivotal role in delivering high-quality, patient-centred care. Working as part of a dynamic multidisciplinary team, you will be responsible for the daily management, coordination, and supervision of Occupational Therapy services, ensuring best-practice interventions that support positive clinical outcomes. Your expertise will help shape service delivery, advocate for patients, and drive continuous improvement through education, quality initiatives, and innovative planning.

This role offers the opportunity to contribute to clinical leadership, mentoring, and professional supervision while fostering a culture of excellence in Occupational Therapy. You will collaborate with senior clinicians, contribute to research and service evaluation, and represent CO-ACT in key committees and working groups. With a focus on professional development, student education, and the implementation of evidence-based models of care, this is a rewarding opportunity to make a lasting impact on patient care and the future of Occupational Therapy within CALHN.

About You

We are looking for an experienced and motivated Senior Occupational Therapist who is passionate about delivering high-quality care and driving best practice within a multidisciplinary team. To succeed in this role, you will bring:

• Qualifications & Experience – A recognised degree in Occupational Therapy and current registration with the Occupational Therapy Board of Australia. Extensive experience in adult rehabilitation across acute, sub-acute, and community settings, with a strong foundation in client-centred care and complex case management.
• Leadership & Teamwork – Proven ability to lead, mentor, and supervise staff while fostering a collaborative team environment across multiple disciplines. Experience in service development, quality improvement, and professional leadership within an evolving healthcare landscape.
• Clinical Expertise & Problem-Solving – Strong clinical reasoning and professional judgment in managing complex health conditions, including neurological, orthopaedic, and psychosocial presentations. Ability to assess, implement, and evaluate interventions that support patient recovery and independence.
• Communication & Organisational Skills – Highly developed verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively with clients, carers, and healthcare professionals. Excellent time management, adaptability, and problem-solving skills to navigate changing service needs and priorities.

If you're a passionate and experienced Occupational Therapist ready to lead, innovate, and make a lasting impact, we'd love to hear from you!

About CALHN

At Central Adelaide (CALHN), we’re shaping the future of health through excellence in clinical care, research, and innovation. As South Australia’s largest health network, we deliver exceptional, safe and connected healthcare—for our patients, our community, and our people.

With more than 17,000 dedicated employees, every day at CALHN presents an opportunity to make a real impact—not because it’s expected, but because our values guide us to be our best. Join us and be part of a team that’s driven by a commitment to a seamless safe and connected experience for all.

Find out more about our stories , our network, and the opportunities to be part of CALHN.

Benefits of Joining CALHN

At CALHN, we're dedicated to your career satisfaction and wellbeing, offering tailored benefits including:

• Salary Attractions: Flexible options for salary packaging covering living expenses, meal and entertainment allowances, and novated leasing.
• Relocation Support: Up to $10,000 reimbursement of approved relocation expenses for transitioning to CALHN, for eligible applicants, further information can be found here.
• Health and Fitness Benefits: Access to Fitness Passport, a discounted workplace health and fitness program available to CALHN staff and their families.
• Career Opportunities: Explore career growth within the SA Health system with opportunities for skill development and movement across various metropolitan and regional sites. Benefit from a clear pathway to career advancement and professional development.
• Employee Assistance Program: Confidential counselling and support services are available via our Employee Assistance Program.

Join CALHN for a fulfilling career bolstered by comprehensive benefits and unwavering commitment to your success.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

CALHN is an Equal Opportunities employer 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, disability, all genders, and LGBTQI+ community.

What To Know More?

Please contact: Health.COACTEnquiries@sa.gov.au

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: 897953

All applications are to be submitted by:

11:55pm Friday 9 May 2025

Refer to the SA Health Career Website - How to apply for further information

 897953 RD AHP3 OT CO-ACT.pdf

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