Occupational Therapist- All Levels!
Job No:
NWRH172
Location:
Townsville/Mount Isa/Longreach
Shape lives. Grow your career. Experience something extraordinary.
At North and West Remote Health (NWRH), we’re passionate about delivering health services that truly change lives. We’re looking for Occupational Therapists at all stages of their careers — from enthusiastic graduates to experienced clinicians, and even a Senior Occupational Therapist to lead and inspire our Mount Isa team.
With flexible work options, varied caseloads and unmatched professional development opportunities, you’ll thrive both personally and professionally while enjoying the lifestyle of regional North Queensland.
Why you’ll love working with us
Great pay & perks – salaries from $80,445 + super, with salary packaging up to $15,900 tax-free
More time off – 5 weeks annual leave + 17.5% leave loading
Career growth – 10 days paid PD leave + up to $10,000 for development each year
Stay connected – annual flight home after 12 months (Mount Isa & Longreach)
Relocation made easy – arrival accommodation + rental subsidy support
Extra perks – birthday leave, service recognition bonuses & staff celebration programs
Graduate & professional support – structured supervision, mentoring & peer networks
Leadership pathway – Senior OT opportunity in Mount Isa to guide service delivery and mentor junior staff
What you’ll do
As part of a supportive, multidisciplinary team, you will:
- Deliver OT services across a diverse caseload, from children to older adults
- Support participation in daily life, school, work and leisure activities
- Assess and enhance emotional, cognitive, physical and developmental skills
- Recommend adaptations and strategies to help clients thrive
- Educate and empower families, carers, and communities
- Contribute to early childhood supports and community health initiatives
What we’re looking for
- AHPRA registration (or eligibility)
- Recognised Occupational Therapy qualification
- Current C Class Driver’s Licence
- A passion for rural health and making a difference
Life in North Queensland
- Mount Isa – “Oasis of the Outback”: strong community spirit, great amenities, and leadership opportunity as Senior OT
- Longreach – the beating heart of the Central West: heritage-rich, connected and welcoming
- Townsville – tropical city lifestyle where the reef, rainforest and outback meet
Whether you’re starting your OT career, building your expertise, or ready to step up into a Senior role, you’ll find your place with NWRH.
Apply Now to start your OT adventure.
Don't quite meet every single requirement, but still believe you'd be a great fit for the job? We'll never know unless you hit the 'Apply' button.
For more information, contact:
- Townsville – Thomas Norton | Thomas.norton@nwrh.com.au
- Mount Isa – Esther Yang | Esther.Yang@nwrh.com.au
- Longreach – Mary Macintosh | Mary.Macintosh@nwrh.com.au
About NWRH
NWRH is a vibrant, leading not-for-profit provider of community and outreach-based allied health, mental health, aged care, wellbeing and disability services. We’ve been providing services to more than 50 communities throughout regional, rural and remote Australia since 1993.
NWRH harnesses the diversity, energy and professionalism of a large team of multidisciplinary healthcare professionals. We share a commitment to cultural competency, providing a comprehensive and robust model of healthcare service delivery.
At NWRH, you’ll have the opportunity to work in rural, remote and regional locations, be part of a supportive, multidisciplinary team and feel rewarded by the real difference we make in people’s lives. Grow, both personally and professionally, and set yourself up for success throughout your career!