Occupational Therapist

Flow Healthcare

Newcastle, Newcastle, Maitland and Hunter NSW (Hybrid)

Physiotherapy, OT and Rehabilitation (Healthcare and Medical)

Casual/Vacation

70/hr casual + super

Occupational Therapist (Level 2) to Community Aged Care and Disability

70/hr casual + super | Community-based | Flexible work

Location: Newcastle, Lake Macquarie, Maitland, Hunter Region and Tea Gardens area

Employment Type: Casual (regular, consistent hours available)

Flow Healthcare is looking for a capable and motivated Occupational Therapist (Level 2) to join our growing team in a casual position with a consistent weekly caseload. Your role will be supporting older adults to live independently and safely in their homes across our region. You will also have the opportunity to support adults living with a disability who access the NDIS.

This is a rewarding opportunity suited to an OT who is reliable, practical, and enjoys doing high-quality clinical work in a supportive environment.

About the role

Casual employment with consistent weekly caseload (typically up to 15 hours/week, with opportunity to increase)

Work structured to support regular billable hours including sessions and report writing

Opportunity to build caseload over time if desired

Community-based work including supporting older adults accessing the Support At Home program, and a small caseload of adult NDIS participants

This role requires travel and work locations include: client’s homes, Residential Aged Care Facilities (RACF), and community settings.

Flow Healthcare is a fully mobile healthcare service with documentation and non-face-to-face tasks completed remotely / Work From Home setting.

Structured face to face induction with shadowing and regular clinical support provided.

Consistent referral flow and scheduling support provided to help maintain reliable weekly hours

What you’ll be doing

Provide in-home OT services to Support At Home clients with diverse health needs

Provide community-based OT services to NDIS participants

Conduct assessments and implement goal-directed, evidence-based interventions

Collaborate with clients, Care Managers, Support Coordinators, health professionals, and stakeholders to deliver tailored therapeutic plans

Prescribe equipment including wheelchairs, assistive aids, and minor home modifications

Provide falls and pressure injury prevention, education, and interventions.

Provide manual handling education and intervention

Prepare clear, timely, and clinically sound reports

Complete documentation and administrative tasks within expected timeframes

Work in line with professional standards, organisational processes, and clinical expectations, including knowledge and understanding of NDIS and My Aged Care funding bodies requirements

Communicate effectively with clients, families, staff, and other health professionals

What we’re looking for

Degree in Occupational Therapy and Current AHPRA registration as an Occupational Therapist (with no restrictions)

Demonstrated experience in community-based OT

Comprehensive experience and competence in completing functional assessments and reports including initials, falls, functional capacity and assistive technology.

Ability to work independently within established clinical and operational expectations

Strong communication, organisation, and time management skills

Commitment to professional development and achieving billable expectations

Valid Australian driver’s licence and access to a reliable vehicle with comprehensive insurance

Current Police Check and NDIS Worker Screening Check or willingness to obtain

Current First Aid and CPR

Willingness to obtain annual flu vaccination

Full working rights in Australia

What we offer

Above award wage + superannuation

Flexible scheduling to suit your availability (ideal for part-time, contracting, or return-to-work clinicians)

Ongoing professional development support, tailored to your learning goals, with an annual CPD allowance

Clinical Supervision from a senior Occupational Therapist

Induction with lead OT

Calendar scheduling support

Laptop, smartphone and tools to do the job

Employer-provided professional indemnity and public liability insurance

Professional, collaborative environment with support to help you deliver your best work

About Flow Healthcare

We are a Newcastle based, mobile healthcare service providing Occupational Therapy and Registered Nursing services to our community. Our mission is to provide high-quality, compassionate, and professional disability and aged care services that empower and enable our clients to live their best lives.

Ready to apply?

Apply with your CV and a brief cover letter outlining your experience as an Occupational Therapist.

Please let us know if you have any particular areas of practice you are passionate about or keen to develop further.

If you have any questions about the role

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Email: info@flowhealthcare.com.au or call Amy Carroll on 0461484529