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Occupational Therapist

Occupational Therapist
Brightside Recruitment

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Newcastle, New south wales, Australia
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Job posted on September 4, 2025
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Job Description:
Occupational Therapist
Location: Newcastle, NSW
Employment Type: Full-Time (Part-Time Also Considered)
Salary: Up to $115k + Super + bonuses + car options

We’re partnering with one of our long-standing and most trusted clients to recruit passionate Occupational Therapists in Newcastle.

Whether you're a recent graduate or an experienced clinician ready to step into a senior or leadership role, this team has the structure, flexibility, and culture to help you thrive.

This is genuinely one of the most supportive environments we’ve come across – daily drop-in clinical mentoring, realistic caseload expectations, and a team that just… gets it.

Why You’ll Love This Role:
  • Sponsorship available – we’re open to candidates needing 482 or 186 visa support
  • Clinic + Community mix – no two days the same, and plenty of variety
  • Caseload your way – choose paeds, adults, or a mix based on your preference
  • Flex your calendar – full autonomy to design your week and work hours
  • Support you’ll feel – daily clinical drop-ins, weekly team huddles, therapy mentors, operational admin support
  • Career pathway choice – from grad to team lead, with structured PD plans
  • Realistic KPIs – achievable targets designed to promote quality over quantity
  • Genuine culture of care – low turnover, warm leadership, and team-driven values
  • Generous package – up to $115k + Super (depending on experience) + bonuses + car options + laptop + phone

About You:
  • AHPRA-registered Occupational Therapist (or pending for new grads)
  • Open to working across clinic and community settings
  • Interested in building strong, lasting connections with clients and their circles of support
  • Passionate about providing meaningful, outcomes-driven therapy
  • Happy to collaborate in an interdisciplinary team
  • Looking for a workplace where you’re seen, heard, and supported

Whether you’re a new grad, an early career/established OT, or someone looking to lead and mentor others, this team will meet you where you're at and grow with you.

Let us know if you’d like a confidential chat – happy to run through the team, structure, and flexibility on offer.

Please click apply or contact:
laura@brightsiderecruitment.com.au
0435 554 593
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