Mobile Occupational Therapist | Contractor

Job title: Mobile Occupational Therapist

Job type: Contractor, flexible

Work setting: Mobile

Salary offer: $90 - $100/hour (DOE)

Location: Sydney (clinics locations in Gregory Hills and Leichhardt)

About the company:

Our client is a leading provider of mobile, multidisciplinary allied health services across Australia, dedicated to helping individuals live with greater confidence, independence and quality of life.

With a compassionate and client-centred approach, their experienced team of Occupational Therapists, Speech Pathologists and Physiotherapists delivers personalised care tailored to each individual's needs and goals.

Through their mobile service model, our client brings essential allied health support directly to clients in their homes and communities, making care more accessible, flexible and convenient. Their services support individuals experiencing communication difficulties, physical injuries, mental health challenges and psychosocial needs, with a strong focus on empowering clients to achieve meaningful outcomes.

About the role:

Our client is seeking a motivated and compassionate Occupational Therapist to join their team on a contractor basis. This is an excellent opportunity for an OT who enjoys working independently, providing community-based care, and making a meaningful difference in the lives of clients.

In this mobile role, you will work with clients in their own environments to assess their functional needs, develop personalised intervention plans, and support them in achieving their individual goals. You will have the opportunity to provide a range of Occupational Therapy services, including:

• Conducting functional assessments and activities of daily living (ADL) assessments.
• Supporting clients to develop daily living skills and improve functional independence.
• Completing home access assessments and recommending minor home modifications.
• Assessing wheelchair requirements and providing seating recommendations.
• Conducting access assessments for NDIS participants.
• Providing pressure mapping services where required.
• Delivering ongoing therapy and tailored interventions to support clients' individual goals.
• Working collaboratively with clients, families, carers, and other healthcare professionals to achieve positive outcomes.

Benefits:

• Competitive contractor rate: Earn $90–$100 per hour, depending on experience.
• Flexible working arrangements: Enjoy the autonomy and flexibility that come with contractor work.
• Mobile service model: Deliver care in the community and work directly within clients' everyday environments.
• Meaningful and varied caseload: Support clients with diverse needs and help them achieve greater independence.
• Person-centred approach: Focus on individual goals and practical outcomes that improve clients' quality of life.
• Multidisciplinary environment: Opportunity to work alongside professionals across Occupational Therapy, Speech Pathology, and Physiotherapy.
• Professional autonomy: Apply your clinical expertise to develop tailored strategies and recommendations for each client.

Requirements:

• Tertiary qualification in Occupational Therapy.
• Current registration with AHPRA as an Occupational Therapist.
• Experience in community-based Occupational Therapy, NDIS, or mobile allied health services is highly regarded.
• Knowledge and experience in functional assessments, ADL assessments, home modifications, assistive technology, or related OT services.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport with clients, families, and other stakeholders.
• Ability to work independently, manage a caseload, and maintain accurate clinical documentation.
• A current driver's licence and access to a reliable vehicle for community visits.
• Relevant professional indemnity insurance and other requirements applicable to independent contractors.
• A genuine commitment to person-centred care and helping clients achieve their functional goals.

If you're an Occupational Therapist looking for a flexible contractor opportunity where you can make a real difference in the community, we'd love to hear from you!

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