About the Role
We have an exciting full-time opportunity for a passionate and adaptable Occupational Therapist to join our supportive and multidisciplinary team at Cairns Private Hospital.

In this varied role, there is opportunity to work across our inpatient rehabilitation unit, day programs, outpatient services, and in the community. You will be based at our McLeod Street clinic as well as travelling within a one-hour radius of Cairns to provide high-quality, patient-centred care.

What You’ll Do

• Deliver high-quality occupational therapy services across inpatient, outpatient, and community settings.
• Complete comprehensive assessments and develop tailored treatment plans in collaboration with patients, the multidisciplinary team, and consulting physicians.
• Support patient recovery through goal-oriented, occupation-focused interventions.
• Manage a dynamic caseload while balancing administrative responsibilities.

About You
You are a proactive, adaptable Occupational Therapist who thrives in a fast-paced environment. You enjoy working as part of a team, have strong clinical reasoning skills, and are committed to achieving the best outcomes for your patients.

Ideally, you have experience in inpatient, outpatient and community neurological rehabilitation.

Essential Criteria

• Tertiary qualification in Occupational Therapy and current AHPRA registration.
• Experience in a hospital setting; neurological rehab experience highly regarded.
• Valid QLD Driver’s Licence and access to your own vehicle.
• Willingness to travel within a 1-hour radius of Cairns.
• Strong problem-solving, communication, and time management skills.

About Us

Ramsay Health Plus (RHP) Cairns, proudly owned by Ramsay Health Care, is a vibrant multidisciplinary allied health practice connected to Cairns Private Hospital. Conveniently located on McLeod Street, RHP has been serving the community for nearly three years, offering both clinic-based and outreach services including Physiotherapy, Exercise Physiology, Speech Pathology, and Occupational Therapy.

Remuneration

$54.75 - $60.98 + superannuation based on experience level and qualifications, exclusive of penalties or allowances.

What’s in it for you?

• Professional Advancement: Recognition, Rewards, Professional Development, and Employee referral programs. Free access to LinkedIn Learning, education scholarships and the Ramsay Leadership Academy to support career progression.
• Discounts: Hospital, Allied Health & Pharmacy discounts - you’ll pay less for hospital cover and receive higher extras limits for things like General and Major Dental.
• Health and Wellbeing: Flexible work opportunities with the ability to have a say in your roster, Flexible Leave Program, and a free Employee Assistance Program offering access to confidential counselling, coaching and support.
• Leisure/Social/Financial: Discounts for leisure travel with selected Hotels, salary sacrifice opportunities e.g., airport lounge membership, self-education expenses, novated leasing and more.
• Admin Support: Our Practice Manager handles scheduling, agreements, and billing—so you can focus on care!

Requirements

• Must provide a National Police check conducted within the previous 12 months
• According to the role, Ramsay may require a Working-With-Children check and proof of immunisation against infectious diseases.

To Apply

All applications must be lodged online. Applications made by recruitment agencies will not be considered.

Ramsay Health Care is committed to Child Safety.  Details of our commitment are set out in our Code of Conduct, available at www.ramsayhealth.com

For enquiries, please contact:
Josh Greenwood, Allied Health Manager

Email: GreenwoodJ@ramsayhealth.com.au