Occupational Therapist

We exist to take health care to the furthest corners of East Arnhem Land to empower every person to live their best possible life. To bring happiness and success to each person we care for, empowering individuals to live their best possible life.

In this role you’ll see some of the most untouched and unique places in Australia, as you travel by road or small plane to bring OT to some of the most remote Indigenous communities across Arnhem Land.

Enjoy a three-day weekend every week, 5 weeks of annual leave, and a 4-day working week so you can truly explore Arnhem Land. 

We are now looking for a full-time or part-time occupational therapist to join our dedicated team of GPs, OTs, physiotherapists, and speech pathologists, based in Nhulunbuy, NT. 

While based on the Gove Peninsular, each therapist joins a multidisciplinary team—dedicated to taking a regular team to a remote community—to support individuals to live their best possible life. See more about our team here

Base Salary: $110,335 - $121,633

Professional benefits include:

• Above award remuneration and internal pay scale, increasing annually.
• Professional indemnity costs covered.
• NTPHN Relocation and establishment support ($10,000).
• $5,000 sign-on bonus
• Access to additional NTPHN Scholarships and Bursaries ($20,000).
• Access to fleet vehicles to facilitate community-based therapy sessions

Rediscover work-life balance with:

• 5 weeks annual leave
• Paid birthday leave
• Heavily Subsidized accommodation Supplied ($200 per week). 
• A five-minute drive to work
• 1 week of paid professional development leave
• Paid clinical support time.
• Access to NTPHN Scholarships and Bursaries $20,000

In addition, our well-being benefits include:

• Free GP services
• Free gym membership - 24/7 access
• Free Pilates classes
• Free Physiotherapy sessions
• Free massage
• Free 24/7 EAP for you and your immediate family

Your responsibilities will include:

• NDIS comprehensive assessments and NDIS reporting 
• Learning the unique cultural, physical, and emotional needs of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities
• Delivering and documenting on individual patient assessments, treatment plans, and progress with cultural sensitivity;
• Collaborating with our multidisciplinary teams to provide holistic, respectful care and to adjust treatment plans as needed
• Being supportive, flexible and adaptable in supporting the healthcare team
• Your caseload will be predominantly NDIS with occasional private and aged care clients
• Day-to-day - providing occupational therapy services within the local schools or clinics for 1-2 days of the week 

About You

We are looking for an occupational therapist who is kind, positive, caring, and passionate about quality care for all. 

Our ideal candidate will have at least 1-2 years' experience as an occupational therapist in a private practice environment and have the confidence and ability to operate independently. We are open and encourage applications from candidates with all levels of experience who are looking for their next adventure.

You’ll require current AHPRA registration and have prior experience working with Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander people within a remote or regional community. 

Rediscover true work-life balance with a 5-minute commute to work and a 4-day week so you can enjoy all that Arnhem Land has to offer, whether you love four-wheel driving, boating, camping, or fishing. 

We’re here to make a lasting impact, so if you want to make a genuine difference, we would love to hear from you—don’t wait, Apply Now.

Occupational Therapy Job Opportunity