The Team
Our Occupational Therapy service located in Launceston comprises over 40 wonderful people delivering services across acute, sub-acute and the northern Tasmanian community.
Our graduate and early career pathway features a rotational program offering occupational therapists solid foundational practice skills and the valuable opportunity to gain hospital experience in acute medicine, general surgery & trauma, stroke & other acute specialities, inpatient and outpatient rehabilitation, and home-based services in the community. You will be welcomed by peers from all over Australia who now call Launceston home. We’ll look after you from the very beginning, ensure you are fully inducted and set up to thrive. You will be supported in your professional growth with high quality clinical supervision, regular professional development and daily access to senior occupational therapists and OT clinical leads to nurture and mentor you as you consolidate your skills. Attention to your well-being and work-life balance is our priority.
See what these OTs on our team have to say: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KuJLaXoDOwk
If you would like to speak to one of the team, email us and we’ll link you up.
The Role
Our graduate and early career pathway is designed to support your learning by offering:
- Rotations which are 4-6 months long in a variety of clinical areas including: emergency, acute medicine, general surgery & trauma, stroke & other acute specialities, inpatient and outpatient rehabilitation, and home-based services in the community.
- 1:1 supervision from our experienced and supervision-trained Senior OTs or Clinical Leads in each rotation, including protected time for formal supervision and informal day-to-day supervision and support.
- Weekly in-service program.
- Weekly tutorial program aimed at early career OTs (topics such as wheelchair prescription, upper limb assessment, Traumatic Brain Injury assessment, neuro-screening and interventions, home modifications etc.).
- A workplace that supports OTs moving to a new place through relocation assistance, local tips and advice, a friendly and welcoming team, and building connections through everyday work and social occasions.
You will need
- Strong foundations in contemporary Occupational Therapy and the ability to apply this in hospital, outpatient and community settings
- Well-developed verbal and written communication skills, and 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.
The moment you step foot here, in Launceston, you feel it. The culture, the spirit, the connection. Launceston isn’t just a place to work. It’s a lifestyle choice. This is the story of Launnie and it can be your story too https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CdtuAgmKdo4
Details of appointment
Permanent full time, day worker position, working 76 hours per fortnight, commencing as soon as possible.
*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 other 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 Union 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
Benefits available to eligible candidates
- Travel and relocation assistance support may be available up to $5,000 for eligible appointees from interstate.
- 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.
Applicants should note the following criteria are desirable:
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:
Application Guide:
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: Amanda Catlin
Position: Clinical Lead, Workforce Development
Phone number: (03) 6777 6216
Email address: amanda.catlin@ths.tas.gov.au
What it is like working at the Department of Health?
Compassion, Accountability, Respect, Excellent are the key values to work in Department of Health. Listen to some of the lived experiences from within the department through some of our wonderful staff and hear about their journey in relocating to Tasmania!
Move to Tasmania | Tasmanian
One Health Podcast - Spotify
One Health Podcast - Apple
Tasmanian Health Careers | Tasmanian
Department of Health has achieved the “Carer Accredited Employer Status” providing support to employees with caring responsibilities. (Find out more under the Carer Recognition Act 2023).
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.