Occupational Therapists

ANZSCO 252411– Private and Public Advertisers (Hospitals, Clinics, Age Care & Health Services)

Positions available 1,500+ NSW VIC QLD SA WA TAS NT ACT

Occupational Therapists evaluate individuals’ functional limitations caused by illnesses and disabilities, and deliver therapy to help them engage in their daily activities and occupations.

Indicative Skill Level:

In Australia and New Zealand:

Occupations in this unit group have a level of skill commensurate with a bachelor degree or higher qualification (ANZSCO Skill Level 1).

Registration or licensing is a mandatory requirement for this position.

Estimate salary aud$70,000 up to aud$120,000 per year.

Tasks Include:

• Assessing clients’ emotional, psychological, developmental, and physical capabilities using clinical observations and standardized tests.
  • Evaluating clients’ functional potential within their home, leisure, work, and school environments, and recommending environmental adaptations to optimize their performance.
  • Planning and directing individual and group programs that incorporate vocational, recreational, remedial, social, and educational activities.
  • Providing guidance to family members, caregivers, employers, and teachers on adapting clients’ environments at home, during leisure activities, and at work or school.
  • Supplying adaptive equipment, such as wheelchairs and splints, to assist clients in overcoming their functional limitations.
  • Collaborating with other healthcare professionals in overall case management for clients.
  • Working alongside other professionals to offer specialized advice to specific client groups, such as those in need of driver rehabilitation, third-party compensation, or medico-legal representation.
  • Documenting clients’ progress and maintaining professional relationships in accordance with relevant legislative requirements and ethical guidelines.